Overview
The Architecture programme at University College Dublin equips graduates to work in the field of Architecture anywhere across the world in architectural practice and in other forms of creative practice as well as in the areas of policy, consultancy and academia.
- MArch (Hons) is the only programme that is accredited by the professional institute in Ireland (RIAI), and by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) and which also has International Certification with the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB) in the USA.
- Strong emphasis on research and on critical, reflective practice.
- Intensive small-group teaching from leading practitioners and academics.
Career & Graduate Study Opportunity
The MArch qualification is RIAI (and European Union), and RIBA accredited and has International Certification with the NAAB. It will equip graduates to work in architecture anywhere across the world, whether in major global centres or in particular regional contexts. This triple accreditation makes this Masters course unique and offers unrivalled opportunities to graduates. Graduates are involved in architectural practice and in other forms of professional creative practice, as well as in areas of policy and consultancy. Many graduates also go on to further postgraduate study, in UCD and elsewhere. Past students in the course’s connected programmes have gone on to become international or national experts in their selected fields.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Design Technologies
- Research & Innovation in the Designed Environment
- Architectural Design
- Architectural Design - Comprehensive Design Studio
- Realising Built Projects
- Conservation History, Theory and Policy
- Urban Design Theory (UDT)
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Courses will remain open until such time as all places have been filled, therefore early application is advised
Language
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Dublin, Ireland
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Portfolio Submission is essential
- A bachelor’s degree in architecture or another approved equivalent degree (NFQ Level 8) with a minimum upper second class honours or international equivalence (2.1 or UCD GPA 3.08 or equivalent) is required .
- Applicants whose first language is not English must also demonstrate English language proficiency of IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0 in each element), or equivalent
- These are the minimum entry requirements – additional criteria may be requested for some programmes
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Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents29100 EUR / year≈ 29100 EUR / year -
EU/EEA Applies to you
Applies to youEU/EEA Nationals9530 EUR / year≈ 9530 EUR / year
Additional Details
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Living costs
Dublin
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