Overview

The M.S. Critical, Curatorial, and Conceptual Practices In Architecture at Columbia University offers a rigorous academic framework for the advanced study of architectural criticism, publishing, and exhibition practices. This two-year programme recognises that modern architectural production is a multi-faceted field that extends far beyond traditional professional practice. Students engage in intensive research to develop new theoretical tools and strategies for disseminating architectural knowledge.

The curriculum is structured to reflect the diverse sites of exchange through which architecture operates today. By fostering the interaction of various practices and institutions, the programme sponsors the development of rigorous concepts for researching and presenting contemporary architecture.

Why Critical, Curatorial, and Conceptual Practices In Architecture at Columbia University?

Columbia University provides a unique institutional setting through the Graduate School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation (GSAPP). Students have access to world-class facilities such as the Avery Architectural & Fine Arts Library and the Arthur Ross Architecture Gallery. The programme is distinguished by its focus on experimental media practices and its location in New York City, a global centre for architectural discourse and exhibition.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 35190 per semester
National fee: USD 35190 per semester
Local fee: USD 35190 per semester

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Syllabus

The syllabus is designed around core colloquia and a substantial independent thesis project. Students also have the flexibility to choose electives from across the university to support their specific research interests. Modules may include:

Year 1

Operating Platforms – Publication, Exhibition, Research
Documents and Discourse
Architecture Elective
Real Estate Elective

Year 2

Thesis
Design Seminar
History & Theory
Historic Preservation Elective

Careers with Critical, Curatorial, and Conceptual Practices In Architecture

Graduates are prepared for diverse professional and leadership roles within the global architectural community. Many alumni pursue careers as architectural critics, editors, and publishers for major periodicals. Others find success as curators and directors in museums, galleries, and research institutes. The programme also serves as a primary pathway for those entering academia as teachers or continuing into advanced doctoral research.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

The second year of the CCCP program is dedicated primarily to the research and writing/production of a final thesis.

This can take the form of: a written thesis on a historical or theoretical topic; a portfolio of critical writings; a print-based demonstration and visualization of rigorous, original research, or; it could involve the conceptualization, design, and a detailed prospectus and documentation for, or when feasible the production of, an exhibition, publication, institute, major event, web-based initiative, time-based project, etc.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Manhattan, United States

Disciplines

Architecture Civil Engineering & Construction View 308 other Masters in Architecture in United States

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Academic requirements

GRE^®

150 _(verbal)

English requirements

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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants must submit all materials directly, not through an agent or third-party vendor, with the following exceptions: submissions by the U.S. Department of State’s Fulbright Program and its three partner agencies IIE, LASPAU and AMIDEAST; submissions by the Danish-American Fulbright Commission (DAF); and submissions by Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst (DAAD).

Failure to submit complete, accurate, and authentic application documents consistent with these instructions may result in denial or revocation of admission, cancellation of academic credit, suspension, expulsion, or eventual revocation of degree.

Applicants may be required to assist admissions staff and faculty involved in admission reviews in the verification of all documents and statements made in documents submitted by students as part of the application review process.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

70380 USD / year

≈ 70380 USD / year
Out-of-State

70380 USD / year

≈ 70380 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

70380 USD / year

≈ 70380 USD / year

Living costs

Manhattan

United States

2638 - 5751 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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