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Master of Architecture and Urban Planning

Extend your Architecture and Urban Planning BA Honours degree by one or two years by opting for an accredited Masters pathway in Architecture or Urban Design.

Master of Architecture and Urban Planning

Extend your Architecture and Urban Planning BA Honours degree by one or two years by opting for an accredited Masters pathway in Architecture or Urban Design. You can choose one of the following pathways in Stage 3.

Architecture pathway

The Architecture pathway offers an integrated architectural project for a public building.

You'll develop a climate responsive approach to design that will enable you to take position and action as an architect.

You'll take specialised modules during Stage 3 and proceed to further your knowledge in professional and design practice during your final year. 

Accreditation

This pathway is professionally accredited by the Architects Registration Board (ARB) and has gained candidate status by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA). 

 

Urban Design pathway

The Urban Design pathway includes a year in planning practice to gain the Certificate in Planning Practice. 

You will take specialised modules in Stage 3 and complete a paid year in industry the following year.

You will then return to university for your final year and study urban design with a focus on regeneration, housing and urban transformation. 

Accreditation

This pathway is professionally accredited by the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI). 

What you'll study

On our Masters pathways, you'll:

  • Develop skills to design at various scales using both analogue and digital techniques.  
  • Explore the historical and theoretical context of architecture and cities, construction technologies, and understand the role of urban planning.
  • Learn how to address the climate change by using nature-based solutions and low carbon materials in your designs.  
  • Understand the role built-environment professionals play in involving communities to co-design public spaces and buildings
  • Contribute to a real-life project that will develop professional skills. 

Career options

The Architecture and Urban Planning degree has proved very attractive to employers in the creative industries. Our graduates have gone on to careers in architecture, urban design, landscape architecture, urban planning, spatial planning and also work in organisations that help shape the built 
environment. 

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