Master of Architecture
The master of architecture program offers a rigorous, accessible, and affordable professional preparation for a variety of architecture-centered careers in a world facing serious global challenges. Grounded in energy-conscious building and site design, studio coursework promotes the practical application of learned theory in building systems, construction technology, ethical practice, and cultural traditions in architecture. The curriculum combines professional requirements with hands-on design-build experience focused on community living and working spaces, so that students develop into socially aware artisan-architects who are versatile problem-solvers and skilled collaborators, dedicated to a sustainable improvement of the built environment. For more information visit the website of MassArt's Graduate Programs.
The full-residency M.Arch. program offers two tracks leading toward licensure as a professional architect in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Track I is a 7-semester program for applicants with previous bachelors degrees in disciplines other than architecture. The 102-credit Track I starts with a year of architectural design, structures, architecture history and elective courses. In their second year and final summer, Track I students join with students entering Track II to complete the program sequence. Track l Applicants submit a portfolio of art and/or architectural work.
Track II is a 4-semester program for applicants with previous bachelors degrees in architecture. The 60-credit Track II starts with a design-build summer semester, continues through fall and spring, and ends with a summer thesis semester.
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