Overview
The Master of Architecture degree provides professional education in the practice and theory of architecture. For full time attendance, the program is typically completed in two years. Part time attendance for 2.7 years is an option for domestic students. It is designed to deliver an architectural education appropriate to contemporary … For more content click the Read More button below.
Building on the solid disciplinary foundation established by Bachelor of Architectural Studies in literacy and knowledge, as well as in comprehensive skills of architectural design, the Master of Architecture provides an opportunity for students to pursue one of four streams. These are listed under the Program Structure section below.
Pursuing a stream is optional. Students can also elect to complete the program without completing a stream option.
Learning Outcomes
1.
Create and develop compelling architectural proposals that synthesise disciplinary knowledge and professional competencies with an ambition to support the wellbeing of society.
- Scholars
- Professionals
- Leaders
2.
Demonstrate independent skills in architectural enquiry through research, analysis, critique and reflection.
- Scholars
- Leaders
3.
Apply advanced communication skills which are precise, persuasive and creative using a variety of methods and media.
- Professionals
- Scholars
4.
Exercise informed ethical judgement in scholarship and architectural practice.
- Professionals
- Scholars
5.
Demonstrate the ability to work collegially and productively in teams encompassing diverse cultural and disciplinary affiliations.
- Leaders
- Global citizens
Program Structure
Students must complete 96 UOC when taken as a standalone program.
Stream Options
Core Courses48 Units of Credit:
Enrolment Disclaimer
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You are responsible for ensuring that you enrol in courses according to your program requirements and by following the advice of your Program Authority. myUNSW enrolment checks that you have met enrolment requirements such as pre-requisites for individual courses but not that you are enrolling in courses that will count towards your program requirements.
You are responsible for ensuring that you enrol in courses according to your program requirements and by following the advice of your Program Authority. myUNSW enrolment checks that you have met enrolment requirements such as pre-requisites for individual courses but not that you are enrolling in courses that will count towards your program requirements.
Admission Requirements
Entry Requirements
Minimum Entry Requirements
Program Requirements
Progression Requirements
Progression rules are in accordance with university policy.
For more information on university policy on progression requirements please visit Academic Progression
Associated Programs
Postgraduate Pathway
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD1120 - Built Environment
Master of Philosophy - MPhil2222 - Built Environment
Professional Outcomes
Accreditations
Architects Accreditation Council of Australia
Professional Recognition
Students enrolled in the MArch program are eligible to become Student Members of the Australian Institute of Architects.
Recognition of Achievement
Award with Excellence
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The Award with Excellence is awarded in coursework masters programs, including Masters (Extension) but with the exception of Masters (Extended) such as JD and MD, when a Weighted Average Mean (WAM) of at least 80% has been achieved and at least 50% of the requirements of the award are completed at UNSW. All eligible programs will award 'with Excellence' except in special circumstances where approval of Academic Board has been given for a program to opt out.
Program Fees
At UNSW fees are generally charged at course level and therefore dependent upon individual enrolment and other factors such as student's residency status. For generic information on fees and additional expenses of UNSW programs, click on one of the following:
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