Program Overview

ARCI 593: Architecture Research Portfolio

The Architecture Research Portfolio is a studio-based independent research by design project. With the approval of academic staff, and under supervision, students undertake a major research-based investigation that makes an original contribution to the theory and practice of architecture/interior architecture/landscape architecture. The final design/research outcome should demonstrate mastery of design thinking, resolution, development, and expression.

Course Details

• Dates: 1 Jan 2026 to 31 Dec 2026
• Starts: Full Year
• Fees:
  • NZ$10,501.20 for domestic students
  • NZ$48,391.20 for international students
• Campus: Te Aro
• Estimated Workload: Approximately 1200 hours or 23.1 hours per week for 52 weeks
• Points: 120 points

Entry Restrictions

• Prerequisites: None
• Corequisites: None
• Restrictions: None

Taught By

The School of Architecture — Faculty of Architecture and Design Innovation

Course Learning Objectives

Students who pass this course will be able to:

1. Course Learning Objectives are individual to each candidate and will be agreed on with the candidate's supervisor.

How This Course Is Taught

The teaching format of this course should be discussed with your supervisor.

Assessment

• Type: Individual
• Mark: 100%
• Assessment Method: Through a portfolio

Mandatory Requirements

There are no mandatory requirements for this course.

What You'll Need to Get

You do not need to get any texts or equipment for this course.

Past Versions of This Course

You may be able to access older versions of this course through our course archive.

Selected Offering

• Course: ARCI 593
• Dates: 1 Jan–31 Dec 2026
• CRN: 29132

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