The Master of Architecture [MARCH +3] is a three year professional degree focused on architectural design and practice. The degree is accredited through the National Architectural Accrediting Board(NAAB). Please visit the Accreditation page to learn more.

This program is dedicated to critical inquiry and the professional discipline of architecture. With a two year (five semester) core studio sequence followed by a culminating year (two semester) focused on cutting edge research and experimentation, the curriculum has focused and cumulative thematic sequence of: conceptualization (fall year 1); materialization (spring year 1); fabrication (summer year 1 design build); contextualization (fall year 2); synthetization (spring year 2); globalization (optional summer year 2); individuation (fall year 3); and assertion (spring year 3). Beginning with a core studio sequence with integrated history and theory; technology of materials and assemblies, structures, and environmental and sustainable systems; and professional practice; the core sequence is augmented by a large selection of topical studios, global studies, elective seminars and a culminating yearlong master’s project. This curricular flexibility allows for concentrations in Media + Fabrication, Sustainable Architecture and Urban Systems.

MARCH +3 Degree Plan

The professional Master of Architecture (MARCH +3) degree is a STEM designated professional degree program for students without previous degrees in architecture.

The seven semester program consists of 99 academic credits that include the course work described below. Some students may have already taken university courses meeting or exceeding the requirements described below. For such students, the curriculum may be modified by substitution of electives for courses previously taken at another institution. The appropriate area coordinator and the Director of Graduate Studies must approve any General Petitions for substitutions in the degree plan. Students with deficiencies may be required to undertake additional course work.

Students must obtain approval of their individual degree plan before the conclusion of the first semester of enrollment.

SAMPLE MASTER OF ARCHITECTURE +3 CURRICULUM

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*Courses must be selected with a graduate academic advisor and with the approval of the director of Graduate Studies.