MA Architecture and Adaptive Reuse
Manchester School of Architecture
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MA architecture and adaptive reuse is a programme about existing buildings, situations and places, and how over time these structures and locations can be encouraged to evolve, sustain new uses, and accommodate new users.Students on the course will investigate strategies for adaptive reuse - strategies that are not applied as a reaction to current conditions, but in anticipation of future changes.COURSE OVERVIEWAdaptation is now at the forefront of architectural practice two of the most ...Read more

MA architecture and adaptive reuse is a programme about existing buildings, situations and places, and how over time these structures and locations can be encouraged to evolve, sustain new uses, and accommodate new users.

Students on the course will investigate strategies for adaptive reuse - strategies that are not applied as a reaction to current conditions, but in anticipation of future changes.

COURSE OVERVIEW

Adaptation is now at the forefront of architectural practice two of the most pressing challenges in the 21st century are climate change and urbanisation. Given that already more than half of the global population live in urban environments, and by 2050, it is projected that over 70% of the world population will live in cities, all societies need to be able to accommodate growth while at the same time, reducing consumption. The existing building stock needs to become both more efficient and more resilient.

Students will investigate the four main aspects of sustainable reuse - environmental, societal, inhabitation and economic – while also exploring heritage, history, memory, community, and the influence these factors have on remodelling activities. They will look at the impact that context and the environment have upon projects, while developing an understanding of some of the technical issues including construction, environmental control, and materials in order to make creative and appropriate proposals for new users of buildings. Students will also examine specific examples of adaptive reuse, theories of reuse and explore strategies for the conservation and adaptation of the existing environment.­­

The specialist workshops within Manchester School of Art and the University of Manchester will provide students with opportunities to explore materiality, fabrication, and the realisation of ideas. Studio teaching is research-informed and underpinned by design research methodologies and engagement with industry.

FEATURES

  • Shape the future of the built environment by exploring new, heritage friendly and sustainable approaches to development.
  • RIBA award-winning buildings provide high-quality facilities and learning environments.
  • Benefit from building, industry and workshop visits alongside collaborative projects with students, clients and users.
  • Study a degree that is delivered jointly by The University of Manchester and Manchester Metropolitan University. You will benefit from the facilities and resources of both institutions such as libraries, computer suites, making and media workshops and much more. Upon successful completion of your studies, you will receive one degree certificate. The joint award certificate includes each institutions crest and awarding body title.

TEACHING AND LEARNING

Students of Architecture and Adaptive Reuse will be introduced to a variety of key research methodologies that directly inform their practice, whilst developing a deeper understanding of architecture and reuse. A dissertation project provides an opportunity for students to explore a research topic that directly relates to their personal interests, whilst design and investigation units will challenge students to apply analytical skills alongside creative design thinking.

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Entry requirements

You will normally have at least an upper second class undergraduate UK honours degree (or international equivalent) in a related field, including architecture, architecture technology, conservation, spatial design or interior architecture, or an equivalent architectural, design or humanities based undergraduate degree (including history, geography, urbanism, conservation, heritage, environmental science, architectural or design history). Equivalent EU/international qualifications are also accepted. Applicants who do not meet these criteria will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Other professional qualifications or degree disciplines will be considered on merit and/or with relevant professional experience. We require the submission of a digital portfolio to evidence design/architectural practice and research, and may request an interview as part of the application process.

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£12,000 per year

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£12,000 per year

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£28,000 per year

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£28,000 per year

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Manchester School of Architecture
Chatham Building Cavendish Street Manchester M15 6BR United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Manchester Oxford Road  0.2 miles away
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