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MArch Architectural Design (International) at University of Strathclyde

University of Strathclyde, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Two-year MArch aimed specifically at students from Malaysia, validated by the Lembaga Arkitek Malaysia/Board of Architects Malaysia (LAM/PAM) and carrying RIBA Part 2 exemption (no exemption from ARB Part examinations). It runs parallel to and shares the curriculum of the MArch/PgDip Advanced Architectural Design.

Department: Department of Architecture  |  Duration: 24 months full-time  |  Intake: September  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 consolidates architectural design skills, with a subject class and a design-related dissertation; Year 2 is a significant architectural project developed around a theme of the student's choice, supported by subject classes.

Career pathways

Graduates work in large multidisciplinary practices and smaller specialist architecture firms.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Normally a first-class or second-class honours degree in Architecture or equivalent agreed academic standard; aimed at students from Malaysia. An academic portfolio of design work from previous study is required. Required documents include transcripts, degree certificate, CV if out of full-time education over two years, a design portfolio, personal statement, passport copy and two referees. English language (international applicants): University standard of IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no component below 5.5, or an equivalent accepted test.

Intake: September

Duration: 24 months full-time

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