Program Overview

Master's Program in Architecture, Building and Planning

The Master's program in Architecture, Building and Planning at the Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) is a two-year program that focuses on the broad spectrum of disciplines related to the built environment. The program is designed to prepare students for professions such as architects, urbanists, real estate specialists, mobility advisors, civil engineers, structural designers, and building physics experts.

Program Overview

The program covers a wide range of disciplines, including architectural and urban design, civil engineering, structural design, building physics, and services, as well as urban planning, mobility, and real estate development. Students can choose from six tracks:

• Architectural Urban Design and Engineering
• Building Physics and Services
• Structural Engineering and Design
• Urban Systems and Real Estate
• Sustainable Urban Mobility Transitions
• Smart Mobility Data Science and Analytics

Program Structure

The program is extremely flexible, allowing students to compose their own personal study plan according to their interests, capacities, or other motives. Students can develop themselves into designers, researchers, managers, or policy makers in their chosen track. A member of the academic staff will be their mentor and sounding board to discuss their goals and choices.

Career Prospects

After completing the program, graduates can pursue various career paths, including:

• Architect
• Urban designer
• Urban planner
• Real estate manager
• Researcher
• Structural engineer
• Building physics consultant

Accreditation

The program is NVAO-accredited, which is a guarantee of quality in the Netherlands.

Program Details

• ECTS points: 120
• Education type: Master program
• Duration: 2 years
• Language: English
• Degree: Master of Science (MSc)

Why Choose This Program?

The program's broad orientation makes it unparalleled in the way other universities approach this degree course. The program provides a solid preparation for the multidisciplinary building industry, and Eindhoven offers small-scale education that enables students and teachers to join forces to achieve the best possible outcome. The program also offers opportunities for international experience and internships, allowing students to broaden or deepen their professional development.