Master of Architecture Curriculum
The Master of Architecture (MArch) program prepares students to engage in the cultural practice of architecture with critical ability, inventive curiosity and technical facility. Design studios and theory courses focus on the broader cultural implications of architecture, while courses in technology and professional practice prepare the student for the realities of architectural practice. The Master of Architecture program culminates in a National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB) accredited professional degree.
The MArch curriculum provides students with an in-depth education in the knowledge and skills of the discipline. The G1 year is foundational, and develops students’ critical, technical and aesthetic sensibilities. The G2 year grounds students in professional competency, while the third year cultivates disciplinary expertise through advanced research. Students who have been granted advanced standing directly into the G2 year may bypass the G1 year curriculum unless told otherwise. See the PDF below for details on the curriculum and changes for the 2015-2016 and 2016-2017 years.
Year 1 (G1)
Autumn Semester
- ARCH 6410
- Accelerated ARCH Design I
- ARCH 5110
- History of Architecture I
- ARCH 5710
- Structures I
- ARCH 5510
- Construction I
Spring Semester
- ARCH 6420
- Accelerated ARCH Design II
- ARCH 5120
- History of Architecture II
- ARCH 5810
- Systems I
- ARCH 5520
- Construction II
Year 2 (G2)
Autumn Semester
- ARCH 7410
- Advanced ARCH Design I
- ARCH 7210
- Architectural Theory I
- ARCH 6810
- Systems II
- ARCH 5210
- Forms of Arch. Theory
Spring Semester
- ARCH 7420
- Advanced ARCH Design II
- ARCH 7220
- Architectural Theory II
- ARCH 6710
- Structures II
- ARCH ELECT
- Architectural Elective
Year 3 (G3)
Autumn Semester
- ARCH 8410
- Advanced ARCH Design III
- ARCH 8210
- Master Practitioner Seminar
- ARCH 7310
- Practice of the Design Professions
- ARCH ELECT
- Architectural Elective
Spring Semester
- ARCH 8420
- Advanced ARCH Design IV
- ARCH 8220
- Exit Review Seminar
- ARCH 8210
- Master Practitioner Seminar
- OPEN ELECT
- Open Elective