Overview

How can we rethink architecture and spatial design at a time when temporary is the new permanent? With the Ephemeral Architecture and Temporary Spaces program at ELISAVA Barcelona School of Design and Engineering, you will undertake design and research projects for temporary spaces, exploring an emergent and evolving field that covers a broad range of design formats: design for city making and social innovation, art and exhibition, events and pop-ups, and emergency and activism.

Key Features

The master examines the evolving world of temporary space design through four main areas of interest: design for city making and social innovation, art and exhibition, events and pop-ups, and emergency and activism.

The Master in Ephemeral Architecture and Temporary Spaces integrates consolidated and emergent formats of temporary space design, proposing an innovative field of research and practice with the aim of providing conceptual and instrumental tools and addressing all phases of design, from conceptualisation to detail design and specific problem-solving.

It connects academic training (research) with practical work (design and construction) to develop and carry out real projects with direct societal impact.

Access and Admission Requirements: Students must have an official university degree or equivalent. Knowledge of CAD, 3D modelling, graphic design software, draughtsmanship and physical modelling is highly recommended. It is also recommended to have additional skills pertaining to design (e.g., audiovisual, interaction, graphics, technology). We encourage unique individuals to share their interests and skills to further the exploratory dimension of the programme (e.g., music, performance, communication, artistic practices, sociopolitical engagement).

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Operative Mapping seminar
Architecture of the action seminar
Guest lectures
Speculative and exploratory practices
Situated and collaborative design practices
Material affects and effects
Curatorship and exhibition design

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-26 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-03 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Barcelona, Spain

Disciplines

Architecture View 12 other Masters in Architecture in Spain

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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

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Accessing with a previous University Degree: To access the Masters and Postgraduate programmes, applicants are required to have an official undergraduate degree or equivalent.
Accessing without a University Degree: Applicants without a University Degree title are eligible to access the programmes through proven professional experience or by proving significant knowledge in the relevant studies area. These applicants will receive a University Specialist Certificate.
Curriculum Vitae
Motivation letter
Portfolio or a link to a digital portfolio / personal web
Passport (NON-UE) / ID (EU)

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Tuition Fees

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International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

12200 EUR / year

≈ 12200 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

12200 EUR / year

≈ 12200 EUR / year

Living costs

Barcelona

Spain

770 - 1360 EUR / month

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

Funding

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