About the course

This one year full-time MA in Architectural Design is aimed at students who are looking for a rich, engaging and design-focused post-graduate programme, but do not wish to qualify as a UK registered architect. It shares many of the design elements of our established MArch (Master of Architecture/ Part 2) programme, but provides greater flexibility in terms of study choices, allowing you to engage with the interests of our research staff. In the programme, we will focus on using design-led research to inform your learning and investigation. You will develop your existing design skills by focussing on how design thinking might address current global challenges. This approach offers an intense and lively forum for the exploration and discussion of design issues. This is why we place particular emphasis on using design as a means to conduct research. Researching through design is a creative activity that ly integrates the process of designing with the act of researching, so that they can mutually inform each other. You will explore problems by making and testing design propositions, introducing and developing established knowledge as and when required. Through project work, you will draw on knowledge from many disciplines.

　　Career prospects - Whilst many of our graduates will choose to undertake a career within architecture or other built environment professions, the programme provides a large number of transferable skills which will be of benefit across a wide range of professions. The focus on independent, project based learning is welcomed by employers in that it provides graduates with skills in creative thinking, conceptual organisation, critical reflection and taking initiative. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: GB£25,450

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Autumn (September), 2024	Cardiff
Autumn (September), 2025	Cardiff

　　

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Entry requirements for Cardiff University

This programme would be suitable for graduates in architecture or a similar design-led subject (such as area, landscape architecture, urban design or interior design).

　　Applicants should normally hold a first or second class Honours degree. Students would be expected to show high levels of creative design thinking through their academic transcript and through the submission of an A3/A4 portfolio of academic project work.

　　Portfolios should provide evidence of imaginative & conceptual thinking, spatial sensibility, technical resolution and overall communication of ideas.

　　Applicants should apply through the University’s online application system. The School will then contact applicants directly to arrange for the portfolio to be sent.

　　Typical IELTS offer: 6.5, no sub score lower than 6.0

　　TOEFL (iBT) - At least 90 with minimum scores of 17 for writing, 17 for listening, 18 for reading and 20 for speaking

　　International Baccalaureate Language A- HL 4 or SL 5

　　

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　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 90.0

　　

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Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Cardiff University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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