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MA Architecture (Architecture and Design)

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    MA 2 years full-time, 120 ECTS, Aalborg

Course Description

The Msc programme in Architecture at Aalborg University, Denmark, has its focal point in a number of current and future challenges in the field of architecture. With a foundation in subjects, methods, theories and disciplines pertaining to architecture and engineering, the master programme in Architecture ensures an interdisciplinary competence profile. 
 

The aim is to design architectural projects with a point of departure in Nordic Architecture. Fields of importance in this regard include tectonic design as well as sustainable architecture. Tectonic design integrates structural, functional and aesthetic parameters whereas sustainable architecture integrates design, aesthetic, technical, functional energy and comfort parameters in an integrated design process shaping high level low energy architecture.

It takes two years to attain a master degree in Architecture, and during this time you will meet a wide range of teachers who will present you with new knowledge in key areas. The educational programme is internationally oriented, and attracts Danish as well as international students. Furthermore the educational programme offers the opportunity of an internship or/and an external study as well as study trips inside and outside Denmark during the semester.

For further information regarding the educational programme please visit the following webpage: www.architecturaldesigner.dk  

Entry Requirements

Please make sure you send your application form and further documentation via post to the International Office by the required deadline.

Furthermore please note the official language requirements for international students applying to Aalborg University are:

  • IELTS (academic test): 6.5
  • TOEFL (paper-based): 550
  • TOEFL (computer-based): 230
  • TOEFL (internet-based): 80
  • Cambridge ESOL: C1

For further information regarding deadlines and requirements please see the website How to apply to Aalborg University

Besides the admission requirements listed on above mentioned webpage Architectural Design recommends that you enclose a portfolio and a CV. 

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Fees

Students from outside EU/EEA please see http://www.apply.aau.dk/how-to-apply-postgraduate/tuition-fee/

Module Details

MSc01

  • Project – Tectonic Design & Nordic Architecture (15 ECTS)
  • Course – Introduction to Problem-based Learning and the Integrated Design Process (5 ECTS)
  • Course – Studies and Experimentation in Tectonic Culture (5 ECTS)
  • Course – Engineering Architecture and Tectonic Design (5 ECTS)

MSc02

  • Project – Sustainable Architecture (20 ECTS)
  • Course – Architectural Concepts in Integrated Design (5 ECTS)
  • Course – Architectural Zero-energy Concepts (5 ECTS)

MSc03

  • Project – Architectural Research & Development (20 ECTS)
  • Course – Architectural related Research (5 ECTS)
  • Course – Transfer of Knowledge from Architectural Research to Practice (5 ECTS)

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  • Project – Professional Development (30 ECTS)

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  • Study at another University (30 ECTS)

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  • Long Master’s Thesis (+30 ECTS)

MSc04

  • Master’s Thesis (30 ECTS)

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