Course summary
This programme is Part 2 of the three parts required to become a professional architect in the UK. Continue your architectural studies with a focus on quality design, innovating responsibly in a world of finite resources, and shaping environments that leave a positive legacy. Learn through a combination of taught modules, lectures, seminars and workshops, and further your professional and creative skills in a series of vertical design studios conceived as research units and run across the two years. These studios will involve partnerships with practices, Invisible Studio and Haworth Tompkins, including the sharing of a design problem and an investigative and applied research approach that will become the basis for your design thesis and dissertation.[1] You’ll be supported to become an active researcher and innovative practitioner with a formidable skillset. We'll also encourage you to explore opportunities such as gaining teaching experience, studying abroad, and undertaking credit-bearing practical training. [1] Relationships with specific architectural firms may be subject to change. For more information, please visit the programme page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/Subject-area/architecture-pg/master-of-architecture.
Modules
Sample modules may include: *Architectural Design *Research Methods *Architectural Technologies *Professional Skills *Design Pedagogy Check our website for more details of the course structure.
Entry requirements
IELTS: Overall 6.5 with no element less than 5.5 (or equivalent). Entry requirements: You must have achieved a 2:2 or higher on a Part 1 ARB validated (prescribed) award. If you hold a qualification obtained outside the EU, or a non-recognised UK qualification, you will need to pass ARB’s own Prescribed Examination at the relevant level to be eligible for this programme. Information about the procedures and eligibility criteria for ARB examination at Part 1 are available on the ARB website. You must also submit a sample portfolio (max. 10MB) as part of your application, showing evidence of your creative ability, problem-solving skills, architectural knowledge and potential for postgraduate study. If you are invited to interview you will be able to present a full portfolio. The application process: the number of places are limited and early application is recommended. As part of the application process for acceptance onto the Master of Architecture course, you must submit a sample portfolio (maximum 10MB in file size) when you submit your online application. Your invitation to interview will be based on the sample portfolio you provide.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Channel Islands | £10500 | Whole course |
Republic of Ireland | £10500 | Whole course |
EU | £25800 | Whole course |
England | £10500 | Whole course |
Northern Ireland | £10500 | Whole course |
Scotland | £10500 | Whole course |
Wales | £10500 | Whole course |
International | £25800 | Whole course |
Additional fee information
Provider information
University of Reading
Whiteknights House
PO Box 217
Reading
RG6 6AH