Overview

The Architectural Studies - History and Theory of the City programme from The Glasgow School of Art students develop a rich understanding of how urban environments evolve and are represented. Through case studies, visual analysis, and archival research, students investigate topics such as power and architecture, identity and memorial space, and the environmental history of cities.

Key facts:

The programme supports the development of independent research skills and critical methods for interpreting the built environment.

Graduates emerge as insightful researchers and thinkers capable of contributing to academic, curatorial, or heritage-focused careers, or informing design through deep historical and theoretical understanding.

Programme Structure

Preliminary design process – supporting the identification of a student’s research interest and testing this through a series of architectural responses
Intermediate design process – supporting the refinement of a student’s research interest and development of a specific architectural response in context
Advanced design process – supporting students to develop, deliver and communicate the outcomes of their research through a specific response relevant to their specialism

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-22 00:00:00

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More details

The published application deadline of June is no longer in place. It moved to a rolling review process, applications will continue on an ongoing basis.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

81

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4

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Architecture View 205 other Masters in Architecture in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

3

English requirements

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81

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4

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59

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants require a First Class or Upper Second Class Honours Degree, or the equivalent in a field relevant to the student’s chosen Pathway

Completed application form

A portfolio, ( except for History and Theory of the city Pathway, where two examples of academic writing and an outline of a research proposal should be submitted in lieu of a portfolio)

A personal statement

Evidence of relevant academic qualifications

Two academic references

The choice of the Pathway intended to be studied and a written rationale supporting the choice

Proof of proficiency in English language, if first degree has not been taught in English

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

26420 GBP / year

≈ 26420 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

10700 GBP / year

≈ 10700 GBP / year

Additional Details

Scottish Students, UK Students - England, Wales and Northern Ireland (including Channel Isles & Isle of Man) and Students from the Republic of Ireland - £10,700

Living costs

Glasgow

United Kingdom

620 - 1012 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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