Overview

The Architecture and Design Research program at the Thomas Jefferson University prepares students for specialist and consulting positions in the broad field of the built environment, including Architecture, Engineering and Construction.

Key features

The program offers students the platform to shape a customized education that furthers their architectural experience by developing advanced knowledge and expertise in areas of personal interest and specialization. Led by CABE faculty advisors, students shape a Master’s research project.

This project can be self-directed or students can work directly with faculty in their specific research areas. Students assemble a suite of electives with faculty from across the College and University to build a graduate level research collaborative foundation for the Master’s thesis.

Customize study by selecting one of four research tracks:

Material & Design Computation
Health & Design
History, Theory & Architectural Pedagogy
Self-directed Research Area

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Theories Methods
Sustainable Design
Visualization
Visual: Experimental Modeling
Experimental Structures

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

33 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Philadelphia, United States

Disciplines

Architecture Design View 455 other Masters in Design in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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General requirements

Transcripts: Applicants are required to submit an official transcript for their highest earned degree.
Personal Statement: Submit a statement that answers the following questions:
Why have you chosen to pursue a research focused master’s degree and how will the degree support your career objectives? (5000 characters)
Which of the four tracks are you interested in pursuing and why? What preliminary questions do you anticipate asking throughout your research? (5000 characters)

Letters of Recommendation: Submit two letters of reference that provide insight into your academic and/or professional competence.
Résumé: A current professional résumé is required.
Research Sample: Submit a copy of a research project you have previously completed.
Portfolio: A portfolio is strongly recommended.

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

25146 USD / year

≈ 25146 USD / year
Out-of-State

25146 USD / year

≈ 25146 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

25146 USD / year

≈ 25146 USD / year

Living costs

Philadelphia

United States

1313 - 2284 USD / month

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

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Overview

Key features

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Philadelphia

Financing

Funding

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