Course summary
The MA in International Architectural Regeneration and Development explores the sustainable development and regeneration of the built environment. You will explore the creative, adaptive reuse of the existing built environment through sensitive and creative design interventions or choose to pursue a research-based path. You’ll learn innovative ways in which heritage sites can be evolved for contemporary use whilst respecting their diverse values. You will investigate the environmental, social and cultural issues involved in regenerating the built environment as well vernacular construction methods in your design studio-based module. The course has a global focus and you will be introduced to a network of international organisations in the field. You will gain skills in:
- critical thinking and analysis
- field research and creative design
- project management
- working in different cultural contexts.
Assessment method
Assessment methods include:
- project work
- presentations
- seminar presentations
- reports
- written assignments
- coursework.
Entry requirements
The course attracts students from a wide range of backgrounds and nationalities. Applications will normally be open to candidates who fulfil one, or more, of the following requirements: hold a good honours degree (minimum 2.2), or international equivalent, in a related discipline hold a recognised postgraduate diploma or professional qualification in a relevant subject can provide a portfolio or equivalent samples of work (for non-design applicants) are mature candidates, who can demonstrate considerable practical experience in a related field
English language requirements
IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each component
If English is not your first language then, please see here for our requirements and accepted alternative English language qualifications
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £5150 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £5150 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £5150 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £5150 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Please note tuition fees may increase in subsequent years both for new and continuing students.
Provider information
Oxford Brookes University
Gipsy Lane
Headington
Oxford
OX3 0BP