Master of Architecture (Professional) and Urban Planning (Professional) MArch(Prof)UrbPlan(Prof)
Architecture
A course by
University of Auckland
A three-year, professionally accredited combined master's degree, preparing graduates to practise as architects and urban planners with the skills to shape economic, social, environmental, and cultural aspects of urban spaces.
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Core skills this course teaches
Develop advanced design and theoretical skills
Build the ability to analyse, critique, and create solutions for diverse built environment challenges, incorporating multi-disciplinary approaches.
Practice as a professional architect (following further registration requirements)
What You're Signing Up For
The Master of Architecture (Professional) and Urban Planning (Professional) (MArch(Prof)UrbPlan(Prof)) blends advanced courses from both fields in a single combined qualification. In less time than two separate degrees, students build advanced design and theoretical skills and explore local and international best urban planning practices. The programme includes intensive seminars, studios, and a research thesis, offering valuable networking and insight into real-world practice. It is professionally accredited by leading industry boards and equips graduates to work as architectural graduates or urban and policy planners.
Course Content
- Advanced design studios (ARCHDES 700, 701)
- Professional architecture and urban planning studies
- Urban planning contexts and law (URBPLAN 701, 702)
- Māori planning issues
- Urban economic development
- Housing and community development
- Urban planning theory
- Contemporary wicked problem studio
- Community design studio
- Elective seminars (topics vary)
- Design thesis (ARCHDES 797A, 797B)
- Seminars and assessment critiques with industry professionals
What you need to know first
Admission typically requires a relevant bachelor's degree in architecture or urban planning, or equivalent qualifications. See provider website for detailed admission requirements.
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Architect (pending successful completion of additional professional registration requirements)Urban plannerUrban designerCultural adviserEnvironmental plannerPolicy analyst
