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Master of Architecture

Northumbria University

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
2 years
English
On campus
Master

About the program

A four-year studio-based architecture degree that leads toward a master's degree and licensure.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (2 years): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Learners studying Architecture can develop the ability to develop discipline-specific knowledge
Critically evaluate relevant evidence and communicate ideas using suitable professional or academic methods. These are indicative learning goals
Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.

Career outcomes

Architectural designer
Architectural project manager
Architectural fabricator
Design-build professional
Architectural journalist
Architectural researcher
Architectural renderer
Urban developer

Curriculum

Four-year studio-based major covering studio foundations
Architectural and urban history
Digital visualization
Building technology
Hybrid 3D fabrication and ecological design. Third-year studio in professional practice and adaptive reuse with design firms. Guaranteed co-op or internship
Credits not stated.

Entry requirements

Academic

A minimum of a 2.2 honours degree in architecture from an RIBA validated / ARB accredited school of architecture
or equivalent. A minimum of three months post-Part 1 experience in an architecture practice is preferred
but applications are considered on an individual basis
particularly where transferrable skills and applicable knowledge can be demonstrated.

Accepted academic background

Level 3 qualifications such as A-levels, T Levels, BTEC, Scottish/Irish Highers, Access to HE, International Baccalaureate, or the country-specific equivalent listed on the country pages; extended degrees (with a foundation year) take lower points; top-ups need a prior HND/foundation degree; some courses need GCSE maths or science and portfolios/interviews

Language tests

IELTS 6.5 (min 5.5 each component)
TOEFL iBT
PTE Academic
Cambridge
Duolingo

Other requirements

Portfolio required

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
Passport Copy
Evidence of Previous Qualifications

How to apply

1. Check entry requirements (UCAS Tariff points
GCSEs
IELTS; country equivalents at northumbria.ac.uk/yourcountry) and key dates on the course page. 2. Apply directly via the international application on the course page (choose the start month) or through UCAS; no university application fee is stated. 3. Submit qualifications
English evidence and personal statement; some courses need a portfolio or interview. 4. Accept the offer and pay the 5
500 GBP minimum tuition deposit. 5. Receive the CAS and apply for the UK Student visa with proof of funds.

Other costs

Tuition per year	£19,850 GBP
Application fee	_
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	City Campus
Faculty or school	School of Architecture and Built Environment
Department	_
Teaching language	English
Credit value	_
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	2 years
Scholarship note	Scholarship or bursary opportunities may exist for eligible applicants at Northumbria University. Award availability, the qualifying intake and program restrictions must be confirmed individually.

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Scholarship or bursary opportunities may exist for eligible applicants at Northumbria University. Award availability, the qualifying intake and program restrictions must be confirmed individually.

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Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.