
Master of Architecture (MArch) (RIBA pt II)
London, United Kingdom
DURATION
2 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
01 Jul 2025
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
TUITION FEES
GBP 15,400 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* international | UK: £9,250
Introduction
The Master of Architecture (MArch) (RIBA pt II) is a long-established and well-respected course that is prescribed by the Architects Registration Board (ARB) and validated by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) to give exemption from the second stage of professional education. The emphasis of the course is on innovative design work and on developing a caring and critical approach to the study and practice of architecture.
The course fosters diversity of choice, interpretation and approach, whether in design projects or more academic research. The former focuses on sophisticated design programmes (informal, technical, professional or urban terms) that demand rigour and self-criticism. The latter focuses on your major dissertation, an extended piece of specialised research into architecture and its historical or theoretical contexts.
The course has three main objectives: to develop your design ability through project-based experimentation; to present an evaluation and critique of your coursework within a broad cultural context and in light of technical, economic and legal constraints; to promote the articulate explanation and representation of quality and value in design projects.
Top reasons to study with us
- RIBA/ARB accredited programme – A long-established and well-respected RIBA/ARB accredited programme.
- Outstanding facilities – We have exceptional facilities, including purpose-built studio spaces and a cutting-edge Fabrication Laboratory.
- Award-winning students – Our students have won many international awards, including RIBA President's Medals.
- Diversity and choice – Our course gives you the opportunity to follow your own interests and direct your studies towards particular themes. Teaching is delivered through a selection of themed studio and seminar groups, each providing a unique methodological approach and a specific set of interests and ideas.
- Learn from experts – We have a dedicated team of lecturers, tutors and specialist instructors, along with guest speakers, many of whom come from leading architectural practices.
- Central London location – You'll study in the heart of central London with access to a host of museums, galleries and specialist libraries.
Why study this course?
- Outstanding facilities
We have excellent facilities, including purpose-built studio spaces and our cutting-edge Fabrication Laboratory. - Central London location
You’ll study in the heart of central London with a host of museums, galleries and specialist libraries on our doorstep. - Award-winning students
Our architecture and interiors students have won many international awards.
Career Opportunities
Most students who complete the Master of Architecture (MArch) (RIBA Part II) are subsequently employed in architectural offices and go on to take the Part III exam to become registered architects. Other students progress to take further Master’s or PhD degrees and then go into research or teaching.
This course also provides a grounding for a wealth of other related careers in design and the creative industries.
- Industry experts
You’ll be taught by a dedicated team of lecturers, tutors and specialist instructors, along with guest speakers, many of whom come from leading architectural and engineering practices. - Focus on your area of interest
Our course gives you the opportunity to follow your own interests and direct your studies towards particular themes. - Employers around the world
The University’s Careers and Employability Service has built up a network of over 3,000 employers around the world, helping all our students explore and connect with exciting opportunities and careers.
Industry links
Many of our course tutors, visiting lecturers, and specialist instructors are from leading architectural and engineering practices. This provides an essential link with the industry and ensures that our course content remains relevant and up-to-date.
We also run a series of technical studies guest lectures with speakers drawn from architectural and engineering practice.
Graduate employers
Graduates from this course are employed by many leading architectural practices, including:
- Allies and Morrison
- Bolles+Wilson
- David Miller Architects
- Foster + Partners
- Grimshaw
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Scholarships and Funding
The University is dedicated to supporting ambitious and outstanding students and we offer a variety of scholarships to eligible students.