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MSc Advanced Architectural Design at Newcastle University

Newcastle University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

The Advanced Architectural Design MSc provides the resources for international designers to gain further skills in architectural design. Our MSc Advanced Architectural Design is aimed at international designers who want to enhance their design and research skills. This post-professional degree helps you consolidate your own identity as a designer.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences  |  Department: School of Architecture Planning and Landscape  |  Duration: Full time: 1 year  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The emphasis of our programmes is on learning and mastering sophisticated representational techniques that help you to communicate your interests and ideas. The semester 1 design project is an intensive, iterative site-specific project that introduces you to creative and critical ways of designing through different tools and media. Compulsory modules include: Advanced Architectural Design 3, Advanced Architectural Design 2, Tools for Thinking About Architecture, Architecture Ways of Knowing 1, Advanced Architectural Design 1.

Career pathways

Graduates have pursued careers both in architectural practice and academia. We foster an entrepreneurial environment that ensures you'll be well prepared to continue to make active contributions within your chosen career.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A minimum of a 2:2 honours degree, or international equivalent, in an appropriate discipline. You also need to submit a portfolio. We will also consider applicants on an individual basis with a 2:2 honours degree, or nonstandard qualifications, who can demonstrate a high level of design ability and relevant knowledge from work experience. English language: IELTS 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 5.5 in all sub-skills).

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,700 a year (2027/28). Full time tuition fee per year Source

International applicants: GBP 27,450 a year (2027/28). Full time tuition fee per year Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: Full time: 1 year

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