MArch Advanced Architectural Design Masters
Program Overview
This program focuses on design studies and cultural studies, equipping students with a comprehensive understanding of architecture and its related fields. Through studio work, lectures, and hands-on projects, students develop skills in design, analysis, and problem-solving. The program offers career opportunities in a diverse range of industries, including architecture, design, and cultural studies.
Program Outline
Outline:
- Year 1:
- Design Studies 4A – To Care (Part 1)
- Design Studies 4B – To Care (Part 2)
- Cultural Studies 4
- Year 2:
- Design Studies
- Cultural Studies 5
- Professional Studies 5
Assessment:
- Exams in semesters 1 and 2 on all aspects of the course
- Complete academic portfolio based on advanced design study
Teaching:
- Studio design work
- Lectures
- Special projects
- Workshops
Careers:
- Architect
- Architectural assistant
- Assistant rural surveyor
- Computer Graphics/Web Designer
- Computer Games Designer
- Community Engagement Leader
- Journalist
- Model Maker/physical & virtual
- Part 2 architectural assistant
- Part 3 architectural design
- Practical conservation worker
- Project Manager
- Researcher
- Teacher
- Theatre/Stage Set Designer
- Urban Designer
Other:
- Study abroad opportunities (subject to academic performance)
- Guest lectures from industry professionals
- Extensive programme of student awards provided by professional bodies
All fees quoted are for full-time courses and per academic year unless stated otherwise. Tuition fees will be notified in your offer letter. All fees are in £ sterling, unless otherwise stated, and may be subject to revision. Annual revision of fees Students on programmes of study of more than one year (or studying standalone modules) should be aware that tuition fees are revised annually and may increase in subsequent years of study. Annual increases will generally reflect UK inflation rates and increases to programme delivery costs. 2024/25 Go back ScotlandTBC England, Wales & Northern Ireland£9,250 International£23,200 Additional Costs books & printed materials – £250 study trips (optional) – £250 drawing materials – £100 model making – £200 miscellaneous costs – £120
Entry Requirements:
- Normally, a first-class or second-class honours degree in Architecture would be required.
- If you hold overseas qualifications obtained outside the EU or hold a non-recognised UK qualification you will need to pass ARB’s Examination for Equivalence to Prescribed Qualifications (also known as the ‘Prescribed Examination’) to obtain ARB Part 1 and progress towards registering as an architect in the UK. Please note, this is not guaranteed and there is a financial cost to this process.
- An academic portfolio will be required containing all relevant design work from your previous course of study to provide a broad range of work to evidence your depth of skillset.
