Master of Architecture (Professional)

    Master of Architecture (Professional)

    Duration2 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    NZD 46,621 / Year

    Master of Architecture (Professional)

    About

    Already have a degree in architecture? Study the Master of Architecture (Professional) to prepare yourself for a career as a registered architect.

    Architecture focuses on the relationship between people and their environments. Study architecture at AUT and gain an understanding of the critical, ethical, aesthetic, social cultural and technological components of architecture and the design of sustainable future environments.

    The programme is professionally accredited by the New Zealand Registered Architects Board. You’ll develop a critical approach to architectural design, become familiar with architectural history and contemporary architecture practice, and learn to apply Te Aranga Māori design principles to your work.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Minimum entry requirements for the Master of Architecture (Professional)

    • Must have completed the Bachelor of Architecture and Future Environments or equivalent with a B grade average or higher in courses at level 7; or equivalent¹
    • May be required to submit a portfolio of work and/or attend a selection interview

    International student entry requirements

    English language requirements

    • IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall with all bands 6.0 or higher; or equivalent.

    English language requirements

    1. Graduates of the Bachelor of Design Te Tohu Paetahi mō te Hoahoa in Spatial and Interior Design or Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Architectural Engineering may progress into the Master of Architecture (Professional). Admission is subject to an interview and completion of the Graduate Diploma in Architecture.

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 6.5

    English Program Requirements

    • IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall with all bands 6.0 or higher; or equivalent.

    Career

    The Master of Architecture (Professional) is professionally accredited by the New Zealand Registered Architects Board, and has been designed to meet the academic accreditation requirements for registration as an architect in New Zealand.

    To become a registered architect, you need a three-year bachelor’s degree, a two-year Master of Architecture (Professional) and 5,250 hours of professional practice under the supervision of a registered practising architect.

    Subject to accreditation by the Australian and New Zealand Architecture Program Accreditation Procedure (ANZ APAP) and an approved period of practical experience, graduates will be eligible to take the professional practice interview to become registered architects.

    Fee Information

    Master of Architecture (Professional)

    Auckland University of Technology

    Auckland University of Technology

    New Zealand

    New Zealand, Auckland