MArch Architecture at University of Cambridge

Architecture at Cambridge combines the intellectual challenges of both arts and sciences with the opportunity for creative design. Study history and philosophy of architecture, participatory practice, inclusivity, contemporary culture and urbanism. Alongside this you’ll learn about construction, structural design and environmental design.

Faculty: School of Arts and Humanities  |  Department: Architecture department  |  Duration: MArch, 4 years, full time or BA (Hons), 3 years, full-time  |  Study mode: full-time (integrated: optional fourth year after the BA)  |  Intake: October 2027  |  Location: Cambridge, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 (Part IA): The first year is an introductory course establishing the groundwork and is mostly taught jointly with Design. In your studio work you will be introduced to the possibilities of architecture. You’ll learn the communication skills that are needed to develop designs for buildings and objects. Year 2 (Part IB): You choose from various options for studio work, with projects ranging in scale from mapping studies and interior interventions, to small or medium-sized buildings. Year 3 (Part IIA): You choose from a selection of studio options.

Career pathways

Many graduates continue into professional training, but some go into creative fields or research. Some areas of research include: history and philosophy of architecture, environmentally responsible design, architecture and the moving image, urban design and transport planning, disaster relief.

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