Master of Architecture (MArch)
Cardiff University
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Our two-year MArch will take you to an advanced level of architectural design. You’ll explore the full range of skills required to be an architect, while focusing on developing your personal outlook and professional experience. The first year of the programme will be spent predominantly in architectural practice, on a placement which you will need to secure before you enrol. You will attend three short courses to help you reflect on the professional and legal aspects of the practical work ...Read more

Our two-year MArch will take you to an advanced level of architectural design. You’ll explore the full range of skills required to be an architect, while focusing on developing your personal outlook and professional experience. The first year of the programme will be spent predominantly in architectural practice, on a placement which you will need to secure before you enrol. You will attend three short courses to help you reflect on the professional and legal aspects of the practical work you’re engaged in. Your second year will be spent on a dissertation and design thesis, immersing yourself in the dynamic and collaborative studio culture of our School. This combination of practical and theoretical gives you a unique opportunity to learn from and reflect on professional practice to develop your individual stance and professional perspectives.

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11/279
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What students say
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Sanan
06 Mar 25

Its really a great place to study, every thing is fine and running but one thing that a normal person cant afford it, its only for rich people, if there are scholarship available..Read more

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Edesi
06 Mar 25

Great environment and study..Read more

Entry requirements

A copy of your degree certificate and transcripts which show you have achieved a 2:1 honours degree in architecture, together with exemption from RIBA part 1, or an equivalent international degree. If your degree certificate or result is pending, please upload any interim transcripts or provisional certificates. A copy of your IELTS certificate with an overall score of 6.5 with 5.5 in all subskills, or evidence of an accepted equivalent. A copy of your IELTS certificate with an overall score of 6.5 with 5.5 in all subskills, or evidence of an accepted equivalent and TOEFL (iBT) - At least 90 overall with minimum scores of 17 for writing, 17 for listening, 18 for reading, and 20 for speaking.

 

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£11,450 per year

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£28,200 per year

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£28,200 per year

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Sanan
06 Mar 25
Master of Architecture (MArch)
Its really a great place to study, every thing is fine and running but one thing that a normal person cant afford it, its only for rich people, if there are scholarship available...
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Edesi
06 Mar 25
Master of Architecture (MArch)
Great environment and study...
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