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MArch Architecture

University of Portsmouth, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

If you’re ready to advance your career in architecture, then our MArch Architecture degree course is the ideal next step on your pathway to become a qualified architect.

This course leads to the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) and Architects Registration Board (ARB) Part 2 exemption and teaches the professional and creative skills needed for a successful architectural career.

Our studio-based course offers a range of design studios which you can choose to join. Each has its own design ethos, theoretical positions, design briefs, and investigation methodologies.

You’ll unpack architectural topics such as urbanism, landscape, sustainability and culture, and broaden your existing knowledge, experience and skills into a postgraduate qualification.

General Eligibility

  • A minimum of a second-class honours degree in a related subject, or equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications. Must be with RIBA Part 1 exemption, or equivalent.

  • Applicants would preferably have a year of professional, relevant experience.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1

Core

  • Architectural Design: Strategy

  • Architectural Design: Synthesis

  • Architectural History and Theory: Application

  • Architectural History and Theory Introduction

  • Building Tectonics and Environment

  • Project Management in Architecture

  • Architectural History and Theory Introduction

  • Architectural History and Theory: Application

  • Building Tectonics and Environment

  • Project Management in Architecture

Optional

  • Exchange Opportunity

2 Year 2

Core

  • Practice Management and Professionalism in Architecture

  • Thesis Design

  • Thesis Dissertation

  • Thesis Preparation

  • Architectural Design: Strategy

  • Architectural Design: Synthesis

Language Requirement

The IELTS score for international applicants is 6.5 (with no less than 6.0 in each component).

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