MSc Architecture and the Sustainable Environment at University of Kent

Programme overview

A one-year MSc uniting architecture, building science, conservation and urban design to prepare graduates to address climate resilience, contribute to net zero targets and improve the health and wellbeing of people and communities. Students monitor and model the environmental performance of buildings and work with industry partners.

Faculty: School of Arts and Architecture | Duration: 1 year full-time | Intake: September | Study mode: full-time (Canterbury) | Location: Canterbury, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Principles of Environmental Design; Monitoring and Modelling of Environmental Performance; Retrofit Design; Sustainable Design; Resilience in Cities; Methods for Research in Academia or Practice; and a Dissertation or Industry-based Project.

Career pathways

Roles include specialised architect or engineer, consultancy, property developer, housing association and further research (PhD), across architecture, environmental consultancy, sustainable design and urban planning.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A first or second class honours degree (2.2 or above) in a relevant subject (or equivalent). Students needing a student visa cannot study part-time unless on a distance or blended programme with no on-campus provision. International applicants: Very Good English (high B2 CEFR), for example IELTS 6.5 with at least 5.5 in each component or PTE Academic 67 with at least 59 in each sub-test; a UK degree or a degree from a majority English-speaking country may also satisfy the requirement.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,300 a year (2027/28). Full-time annual tuition fee from the 2027/28 fee table Source

International applicants: GBP 23,950 a year (2027/28). Full-time annual tuition fee from the 2027/28 fee table Source

Intake: September

Duration: 1 year full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.kent.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/apply

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