C04235v2 Master of Architecture
University of Technology Sydney
About
The Master of Architecture is a focused, professional degree and is required to become a practising architect.
It is the second of two degrees, undertaken after the successful completion of the Bachelor of Design in Architecture (C10004) or equivalent.This course is an innovative and flexible professional degree.
Through a non-sequential structure, which allows students to select from a range of core and elective subjects, it gives students choice regarding their professional specialisation that can best serve them in their future careers.
Architectural design subjects enhance a critical understanding of architecture as both a discipline with an existing body of knowledge and a set of practices that continuously challenge and add to that body of knowledge.
Research is undertaken as a preliminary to design decision-making, during design and in reflection on design development.
Architectural practice subjects prepare students for expanded practice in emerging media and markets, contemporary business practice and global economies and within challenging social, environmental, political and regulatory contexts.
Students who complete a Master of Architecture and subsequent practical experience are eligible to become registered architects.
Structure
This course comprises 96 credit points, made up of 72 credit points of core architectural practice subjects, 24 credit points of architectural electives.
Course completion requirements
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| CBK90795 Electives | 24cp |
| STM90794 Core subjects | 72cp |
| Total | 96cp |
Course program
The following example shows a typical full-time program.
Autumn commencing, full time
Year 1
Autumn session
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| 11504 Practice: Research Cultures | 6cp |
| 11551 Masters Architectural Design Studio 1 | 12cp |
| Select 6 credit points from the following: | 6cp |
| CBK90795 Electives | |
Spring session
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| 11503 Practice: The Profession | 6cp |
| 11552 Masters Architectural Design Studio 2 | 12cp |
| Select 6 credit points from the following: | 6cp |
| CBK90795 Electives | |
Year 2
Autumn session
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| 11502 Practice: Finance and Project Management | 6cp |
| 11553 Masters Architectural Design Studio 3 | 12cp |
| Select 6 credit points from the following: | 6cp |
| CBK90795 Electives | |
Spring session
| course | credit |
|---|---|
| 11501 Practice: Advocacy | 6cp |
| Select one of the following: | 12cp |
| 11554 Masters Architectural Design Studio 4 | |
| 11555 Masters Architectural Design Thesis | |
| Select 6 credit points from the following: | 6cp |
| CBK90795 Electives | |
Entry requirements
Applicants must have completed a UTS recognised bachelor's degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification, or submitted other evidence of general and professional qualifications that demonstrates potential to pursue graduate studies.
Applicant must have a UTS Bachelor of Design in Architecture or equivalent.
UTS students admitted in 2017 or earlier
Applicants with a completed UTS Bachelor of Design in Architecture who commenced the course in or before 2017 and attained a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 5.50 or above are made a threshold offer.
UTS students: GPA dependant
Applicants with a completed UTS Bachelor of Design in Architecture who commenced in or before 2017 and attained a minimum grade point average (GPA) between 5.00 and 5.49 must provide the following additional material in order to be considered for a place:
- a digital portfolio (between three and five examples of design projects) in PDF format consisting of their architectural projects from previous studies (university level), professional or creative work; the portfolio should emphasise prior individual academic work over related professional work
- a two-page CV in PDF format that clearly articulates their design or related experience, and
- a personal statement of 300 words (max.) in PDF format addressing their reasons to undertake the Master of Architecture.
Non-UTS applicants: GPA 5.00 or above
Applicants with a completed degree which is equivalent to the UTS Bachelor of Design in Architecture and have attained a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 5.00 or above must provide the following additional material in order to be considered for a place:
- a verified copy of the candidate's previous academic transcript
- a digital portfolio (between three and five examples of design projects) in PDF format consisting of their architectural projects from previous studies (university level), professional or creative work; the portfolio should emphasise prior individual academic work over related professional work
- a two-page CV in PDF format that clearly articulates their design or related experience
- an employer's letter confirming the dates of employment, and the position held, and
- a personal statement of 300 words (max.) in PDF format addressing their reasons to undertake the Master of Architecture.
Students must refer to the inherent requirements for all degrees offered by Design and Architecture in the Faculty of Design, Architecture and Building.
Information on how to calculate grade point averages (GPA) can be found at Calculating GPA.
The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: Academic IELTS: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL: paper based: 550-583 overall with TWE of 4.5, internet based: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64; or CAE: 176-184.
Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.
International students
Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.
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