Overview

The department makes no restriction as to the field of undergraduate preparation. However, the length of the required residence period, the number of required semester course units, and the specific list of required courses may vary depending upon undergraduate major, professional and other work experience, and previous graduate study, if any. The placement into the program will be decided by the Master of Architecture Committee upon reviewing the application.

Learning outcomes

This Architecture program from University of California, Berkeley offers the opportunity for advanced research in specialized areas within the architecture curriculum. This research degree is appropriate for those who already hold a degree in architecture but wish to study a particular subfield. Applicants from related disciplines may be accepted into the program, provided they demonstrate experience related to the discipline of architecture.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Design and Professional Practice

Social and Cultural Processes in Architecture and Urbanism

Design Theories, Methods, and Practices

Building Science and Sustainability

Structures and Construction

History of Architecture and Urbanism

Environmental Design and Urbanism in Developing Countries

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-05 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

72 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Berkeley, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

a bachelor’s degree or recognized equivalent from an accredited institution;

a satisfactory scholastic average, usually a minimum grade-point average (GPA) of 3.0 (B) on a 4.0 scale; and

enough undergraduate training to do graduate work in your chosen field.

Evidence of English Language Proficiency

Graduate Record Examination (GRE)

Letters of Recommendation

Application Fee: The application fee is not refundable. If you are a U.S. citizen or current permanent resident, the application fee is $105; for all others, the fee is $125.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

6570 USD / year

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Out-of-State

6570 USD / year

≈ 6570 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

6570 USD / year

≈ 6570 USD / year

Living costs

Berkeley

United States

1750 - 2820 USD / month

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