Master of Architecture MArch
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    Master of Architecture MArch

    University of Auckland
    University of Auckland
    New Zealand
    New Zealand, Auckland
    University Rank:#65
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    Duration1 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    NZD 52,842 / Year
    Master of Architecture MArch

    About

    The Master of Architecture is a research-based programme that allows you to further develop your personal interests, choosing to specialise in either architecture or sustainable design. Your study will be self-directed, with support from an academic supervisor from our nationally and internationally recognised staff, featuring leading practitioners, designers and scholars.

    Important: The MArch is not a professionally accredited qualification and will not prepare you for professional registration.

    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 120 points
      Grade required
      GPA Grade Point Average 4.0

      Bachelor of Architecture, Postgraduate Diploma in Architecture, or Master of Architecture (Professional)

    Further programme requirements

    Research 120 points

    You must have completed the Bachelor of Architecture, Postgraduate Diploma in Architecture, or Master of Architecture (Professional) with a GPA of 4.0 or higher.

    You must also submit a research proposal.

    Other pathways to study

    The University’s Postgraduate Diploma in Architecture is a suitable pathway into the MArch for those who do not hold the required entrance qualifications and/or do not meet the GPA requirement.

    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 120 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

    Further programme requirements

    Research 120 points

    You must have completed a four-year undergraduate degree, or at least a one-year postgraduate degree following a three-year undergraduate degree. This study must have been at a recognised university (or similar institution) and in the field of architecture. You will need a GPE of 5.0.

    You must also submit a research proposal.

    Other pathways to study

    If you have not completed the required prior qualifications, or do not meet the required GPE, the University’s Postgraduate Diploma in Architecture programme is a suitable pathway into the MArch.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 58
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 90

    Career

    Where could this programme take you?

    While MArch graduates often look to build a career in research and academia, you can also contribute to the industry as a designer, project manager, consultant or client liaison. Graduates have been known to utilise their creative thinking in other fields, such as film or web design.

    Jobs related to this programme

    • Academic
    • Architectural historian
    • Architectural researcher/writer
    • Building industry consultant
    • Building technologist
    • Digital design professional
    • Cultural adviser
    • Design-based librarian or archivist

    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

    Master of Architecture MArch
    University of Auckland
    University of Auckland
    New Zealand

    New Zealand, Auckland

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