
Overview
The Architectural Lighting Design programme from KTH Royal Institute of Technology provides an in-depth understanding of the field through scientific-based knowledge and practical experience in the area of artificial light and daylight. The programme gives the students the ability to apply advanced knowledge in this area, in both practical and academic situations.
The programme uses innovative teaching and learning methods such as structured lectures and peer-review methods. Interactive sessions create a constructive learning environment in which understanding of the subject is built through the interaction of students and teachers via presentations and open discussions, tutoring and workshops. The education mixes theory and practice and, for this reason, we perform full-scale studies, via prototypes and mock-ups, in order to trigger the first-hand experience of light within architecture. Furthermore, laboratory sessions allow an in-depth understanding of physical and visual phenomena. A series of motivational lectures are offered throughout the programme, where acclaimed international and national lighting designers, architects and researchers share their knowledge and expertise.
Career
Lighting is an expanding field of knowledge. In recent years there has been a growing demand for the lighting design expertise, as lighting designers understand the role of light and lighting in architecture, interior spaces and urban environment. They can add important value to a project by enhancing visual performance, energy efficiency, sustainability, safety, well-being and health. There are plentiful job opportunities for architects, designers and engineers with lighting design competence.
Graduates primarily work in lighting design or architectural studios or as self-employed consultants. Employers might also be construction companies, lighting manufacturers and public or private operators. Students graduating from the master's programme in Architectural Lighting Design have also pursued doctoral studies (PhD studies) at KTH or in other national or international universities.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Degree Project in Architectural Lighting Design, Second Cycle
- Light and Humans
- Light and Space-Outdoor
- Light and Space-Indoor
- Light and Science
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
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Disciplines
Architecture Design View 41 other Masters in Design in SwedenAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- A bachelor’s degree, corresponding to at least 180 ECTS credits, in Architecture, Design or Engineering. The Engineering degree must include at least 30 ECTS credits of Architecture and Design subjects. Exceptions can be made on the basis of professional experience.
Tuition Fee
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International
14543 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 14543 EUR for the full programme during 12 months. -
EU/EEA
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 EUR for the full programme during 12 months.
- The full programme tuition fee for non-EU/EEA/Swiss citizens studying this programme is SEK 155,000.
Living costs for Stockholm
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.