Architecture (MArch)

Dalhousie University

Canada, Halifax

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Dalhousie University

Canada , Halifax

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Halifax

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 20 month(s)

Tuition Fee

CAD 19,167 / year

Next Intake September-2026

Architecture (MArch)

About

Why choose this program?

In the Master of Architecture program, you will select courses in design, humanities, and technology, plus electives (including the School's famous Free Lab) that support your individual interests.

The co-op work term enables you to work anywhere in the world. The design thesis gives you the opportunity to focus on a significant topic.

Accreditation

The Canadian Architectural Certification Board assesses Canadian architecture programs to ensure they meet the educational standards for the eventual licensure of registered architects. Dalhousie's Master of Architecture program is fully accredited by the CACB until 2028.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Master's degree Four-year bachelor's degree. Minimum grade point average of 3.0 (B average) in the last 60 credit hours of study. Degree granted by a university of recognized standing.

English Program Requirements

Minimum test scores

The Faculty of Graduate Studies accepts a wide range of ESL tests for admissions up to two years after completion. We also accept the completion of the Dalhousie English Language Studies Department course, English for Academic Purposes - Level 2.

Some programs require higher ESL test scores than the minimums required by the Faculty of Graduate Studies that are listed below. Visit our Graduate Programs page to learn your program's specific requirements and contact your program before you apply if you are unsure of what is needed for admission.

Dalhousie English Language Studies Department course:
English for Academic Purposes - Level 2
Minimum acceptable score: Overall grade of A- for the course.

TOEFL iBT (In-person, online and at-home edition)
Minimum acceptable score: 92

MET
C1-level and 4-skills test required
64 (with no skills area below 53)

IELTS (Academic, in-person and online)
Minimum acceptable score: 7

CAEL (In-person and online)
Minimum acceptable score: 70 with no band score lower than 60

Pearson English Test PTE Academic
Minimum acceptable score: Overall score of 65 and nothing below 54

Career

Careers

After receiving a professional architecture degree, a MArch graduate typically works in an architectural office and may do professional examinations two years later to become a registered architect. Most of our MArch graduates pursue careers in architectural practice.