Master of Architecture (Professional) and Housing Studies MArch(Prof)HousSt

at University of Auckland

Programme structure

This combined masters programme gives you an exciting opportunity to deepen your knowledge with advanced specialist training and contribute to the knowledge in your field by completing a substantial research thesis project.

• 90 points: ARCHDES 701, 703, ARCHGEN 703, ARCHPRM 701
• 60 points from ARCHHTC 702, 705, ARCHTECH 709, GEOG 719, LAWGENRL 728, PROPERTY 743, URBPLAN 713
• 30 points comprising:

            – up to 15 points from ARCHDRC 700-703
            – up to 15 points from ARCHGEN 711-715, 733
            – a further 15 points from ARCHHTC 700-705
            – up to 15 points from ARCHPRM 700, 702-705
            – a further 15 points from ARCHTECH 706-710
            – up to 15 points from HERCONS 700–703
            – up to 15 points from URBDES 702
            – up to 15 points from another approved 700 level course offered at this University

• 120 points: ARCHDES 796 Thesis

Programme requirements

Study option

Taught
300 points
Grade required
GPE
Grade Point Equivalent
5.0
 
An undergraduate degree in architecture or design

Qualification
IELTS Academic
International English Language Testing System
Score required
6.5

Further programme requirements

Taught 300 points

You must submit a portfolio, written statement and CV via the portfolio system Slideroom.

Portfolio content:

Your portfolio should convey your design ability and sensibility, your creativity and your skill with a range of architectural media. It must consist of between 12 and 15 pages of your own drawings and / or other creative works.

• You can choose any page size up to a maximum of A3 to present your work. You may display one or multiple images on each page.
• Each PDF file submitted must not exceed one page in length.
• Each digital experiment counts as one page.

Written statement:

This one page document should outline your reasons for wanting to participate in the MArch(Prof) programme.

CV content:

This brief CV should include descriptions and examples of relevant work experience or any other activities considered relevant to the application. Details of any academic and/or professional design awards/prizes should also be included.

2022 fees

Domestic students
NZ$8,925.60 – $10,598.40

International students
NZ$46,752

Fees are set in advance of each calendar year and will be updated on this website. Fees are inclusive of 15% GST, but do not include the Student Services Fee, course books, travel and health insurance, or living costs. Amounts shown are indicative only. In addition to the tuition fees, there is a Student Services Fee of $8.16 per point, estimated at $979.20 for full-time study (120 points). Fees will be confirmed upon completion of enrolment into courses.

*Please note: amounts shown are indicative and estimates only.

Where could this programme take you?

This programme is designed for people wanting to become a practising architect, with a specialisation in housing, from affordable and community housing through to medium- and high-density housing, including high quality apartments.

Jobs related to this programme

• Architect
• Architect specialising in housing