Master of Architecture (Professional) MArch(Prof) at University of Auckland

About

If you wish to become a practising architect, you must complete the MArch(Prof) programme or one of our associated combined masters programmes (followed by additional requirements from the registration boards).

The MArch(Prof) is professionally accredited, recognised by the New Zealand Registered Architects Board (NZRAB), Te Kāhui Whaihanga New Zealand Institute of Architects (NZIA) and the Commonwealth Association of Architects (CAA).

Following a year of advanced study, you will have the chance to explore an individual architectural design proposition, supported by a strong theoretical component, in a design thesis.

Disciplines

Creative Arts and Industries

Requirements

Entry Requirements

2025 entry requirements

My highest qualification is from:

Programme requirements

Minimum programme requirements

Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.

Study option

Research 240 points

Grade required

GPA Grade Point Average 4.0

Bachelor of Architectural Studies

Calculate your Grade Point Average (GPA)

Further programme requirements

Research 240 points

If your BAS was completed more than two years prior to starting your MArch(Prof), you must submit a portfolio, written statement and CV via the portfolio system Slideroom.

Portfolio content

Your portfolio should convey your design ability and sensibility, your creativity and your skill with a range of architectural media. It must consist of between 12 and 15 pages of your own drawings and / or other creative works.

You can choose any page size up to a maximum of A3 to present your work.
You may display one or multiple images on each page.
Each PDF file submitted must not exceed one page in length.
Each digital experiment counts as one page.

View sample MArch(Prof) portfolio

Written statement

This one page document should outline your reasons for wanting to participate in the MArch(Prof) programme.

CV content

This brief CV should include descriptions and examples of relevant work experience or any other activities considered relevant to the application. Details of any academic and/or professional design awards/prizes should also be included.

Submit your portfolio, written statement and CV via the portfolio system Slideroom by 8 December.

Other pathways to study

You must have completed your Bachelor of Architectural Studies (BAS) with a GPA of 4.0 or higher over 60 points above Stage II. You must have completed your degree within two years of commencing the MArch(Prof).

If you have no more than 20 points remaining to complete your BAS, and have an average grade of B (or higher) in your final year of study, you may still apply for entry into the MArch(Prof).

You will need to complete your remaining BAS points within 12 months of enrolling in the MArch(Prof).

If you do not meet the above entry requirements, but have other relevant experience and think you would be successful in postgraduate study, please contact us to discuss alternative pathways into our programmes.

Programme requirements

Minimum programme requirements

Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.

Study option

Research 240 points

Grade required

GPE Grade Point Equivalent 4.0

An undergraduate degree in architecture or equivalent
Qualification

IELTS Academic International English Language Testing System

Score required

6.5

No bands less than 6.0

See alternative English language requirements

Calculate your Grade Point Equivalent (GPE)

Further programme requirements

Research 240 points

You must submit a portfolio, written statement and CV via the portfolio system Slideroom.

Portfolio content

Your portfolio should convey your design ability and sensibility, your creativity and your skill with a range of architectural media. It must consist of between 12 and 15 pages of your own drawings and / or other creative works.

You can choose any page size up to a maximum of A3 to present your work.
You may display one or multiple images on each page.
Each PDF file submitted must not exceed one page in length.
Each digital experiment counts as one page.

View sample MArch(Prof) portfolio

Written statement

This one page document should outline your reasons for wanting to participate in the MArch(Prof) programme.

CV content

This brief CV should include descriptions and examples of relevant work experience or any other activities considered relevant to the application. Details of any academic and/or professional design awards/prizes should also be included.

Submit your portfolio, written statement and CV via the portfolio system Slideroom by 8 December.

Other pathways to study

programmes that are suitable alternative pathways into the MArch(Prof):

Bachelor of Architectural Studies (BAS)
Graduate Diploma in Architectural Studies (GradDipAS)

If you hold an undergraduate degree in a related discipline, such as spatial design or architectural technology, you may be eligible to transfer credit towards your Bachelor of Architectural Studies. For more information, please see External transfer of credit.

Career

Where could this programme take you?

Successful completion of an MArch(Prof) qualifies you to work as an architectural graduate, with the goal of gaining full professional registration. You can also contribute to the industry as a designer, project manager, consultant or client liaison. Graduates also utilise their creative thinking in other fields, such as film or web design.

Jobs related to this programme

Architect (following successful completion of additional professional registration requirements)
Building industry consultant
Digital design professional
Heritage or cultural consultant
Project manager
Urban designer

Further study options

See all study options

Rishav Sarmah

Architecture school is your chance to experiment, develop your creative practice, and discover what kind of architect you want to be, says Rishav.

Read Rishav's story

Student career planning service

Once you become a student at the University, you can get help with planning and developing your career from Career Development and Employability Services.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

NZD 52,842

Application Fee

NZD

Master of Architecture (Professional) MArch(Prof)

University of Auckland

University of Auckland

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