MArch (Des) MBenv (Sust Dev) - Master of Architecture (Architectural Design) Master of the Built Environment (Sustainable Development)

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MArch(Arch Des) MBEnv(Sust Dev)

The MArch(Arch Des) and MBEnv(Sust Dev) degrees have distinctively different emphases. The MArch(Arch Des) caters primarily to those interested in advanced architectural design and students are expected to have professional degrees in architecture, a qualification they share with a majority of those enrolling for the MBEnv(Sust Dev). The MBEnv(Sust Dev) focuses much more on applying principles of sustainability to designing the built environment. By strategically selecting elective courses, the new program will allow interested students to complete requirements for both degrees in four semesters, a reduction of one semester in the time it would normally take to complete both degrees separately.

The combined program leads to the award of two degrees with two testamurs (MArch (Arch Des) MBEnv(Sust Dev). It is a post-professional qualification and is not accredited for professional registration.

Career Opportunities

Environmentally oriented students will be able to improve their knowledge and skills in applying sustainability principles to the planning, design, construction and management of buildings as well as the urban environment in general. Architecturally oriented students will be able to expand their range of skills and the boundaries of their knowledge in applying broad sustainability principles including green building techniques to their work.

Advanced Standing

Where applicants have undertaken external courses equivalent to core courses advanced standing of up to 12 UOCs may be permitted. When considering the granting of advanced standing on the basis of previous postgraduate study at another institution, the program authority will take into account the quality of the institution and the quality, level and content of postgraduate courses previously undertaken.

Admission requirements

The minimum requirement for the combined program is an appropriate Bachelor of Architecture degree with grades of credit average or above, from a recognised institution. A minimum of one year of work experience in an architectural or building design office since graduation is highly desirable. Applicants must also submit a portfolio of their undergraduate work.

 

PROGRAM Schedule

Master of Architecture (Architectural Design)
Master of the Built Environment (Sustainable Development) - 8133

YEAR 1 MArch(Arch Des) Program

Semester 1

MArch(Arch Des) core courses
MArch(Arch Des) courses
MBEnv(Sust Dev) courses
Total Units of Credits UOC

12
6
6
24

Semester 2

MArch(Arch Des) core courses
MArch(Arch Des) courses
MBEnv(Sust Dev) courses
Total Units of Credits UOC

12
6
6
24

YEAR 2 MBEnv(Sust Dev) Program

Semester 1

MBEnv(Sust Dev) core courses
MArch(Arch Des) courses
Total Units of Credits UOC

12
12
24

Semester 2

Graduation Project
MArch(Arch Des) courses
Total Units of Credits UOC

12
12
24

Code Course Name UOC

MArch (Arch Des) Core Courses
ARCH7103 Architectural Design Project 1 12
ARCH7104 Architectural Design Project 2 12

MArch (Arch Des) Courses
ARCH7304 Architecture and the City 6
ARCH7305 Theories in History 6
ARCH7306 Theory and Architectural Practice 6
ARCH7307 Arch Design Strategies 6
ARCH7308 Arch Design Aesthetics 6
ARCH7309 Architectural Writing and Criticism 6

MBenv (Sust Dev) Core Courses
SUSD0003 Energy and the Built Environment 6
SUSD0004 Human Factors, Sustainability and Habitability 6
SUSD0005 Graduate Project 12

MBenv (Sust Dev) Courses
SUSD0001 Sustainable Development and the Urban Environment 6
SUSD0002 Resources, Materials and Sustainability 6
Architectural Design Charatte is a substitue for 1 of the 2 Architectural Design Projects. The offer of the course depends on the availability of an international architect/designer/theorist. It is offered only in the Summer term and only when advised by the Program Directors.