Introduction
The Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Architecture (Thesis) is a research-intensive, 45-credit graduate program. Students engage with areas of research and scholarship in the School of Architecture, including the history and theory of the built environment, building technology, climate-conscious design, media and computation, urban studies, and spatial justice. The program prepares students for research at the PhD level or for research-oriented careers such as in cultural institutions and the building industry.
Admission to the program requires support from a supervisor within the School of Architecture. The supervisor closely guides the development of the student’s research toward a written thesis. Applicants should identify and contact potential supervisors before the admission deadline in order to discuss the suitability of their research interests.
Students admitted to the M.Sc. program also benefit from courses on research methods and communication, as well as advanced graduate seminars on topics related to their research. The duration of the coursework is two terms (fall and winter) before students initiate their thesis project in the summer.
The M.Sc. in Architecture is a non-accredited degree. It is oriented toward students who already hold a professional degree in architecture and wish to acquire advanced research training. Students who hold degrees in other disciplines and wish to pursue research that engages design and architecture are also welcome to apply.
The faculty members listed below are available to supervise M.Sc. students.
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