Georgia Institute of Technology College of Design 24 courses
The M.Arch is a STEM-designated professional practice program of architecture that leads to licensure in architecture. Fully accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB), this degree option provides flexibility for students who have an undergraduate degree with a major in architecture as well as those with a degree in a field other than architecture. The M.Arch. Program requires a minimum of 60 credit hours and a maximum of 102 credit hours of study, depending upon the applicant's prior education in architecture and the amount of advanced standing credit granted upon admission to the program. Please note: Successful completion of the Master of Architecture requires a minimum grade of C in all courses. Advanced standing credit is only granted for courses in which the student received a grade of A or B. Normally, a student admitted to the program with maximum advanced standing can expect to complete the program within two academic years of full-time study. A student admitted to the program with no advanced standing can expect the program to require three and one-half academic years of full-time study. Graduates from four-year undergraduate programs in architecture similar to that at Georgia Tech can normally expect to complete the program in two academic years, provided they have pursued architecturally related elective coursework during their undergraduate years. Specific information regarding applications for advanced standing and degree requirements is available from the School of Architecture. Multidisciplinary studies are strongly encouraged in all of the master's programs in architecture. These studies may be part of a formal dual degree program, including architecture and city and regional planning. Other multidisciplinary studies are possible within the College of Design, the Institute, or at other Atlanta area colleges and universities, such as Emory University and Georgia State University. Coursework outside the School of Architecture frequently includes city and regional planning, public policy, history, philosophy, real estate development, engineering, and studio art. The deadline for applications is January 3rd for all applicants for the following fall semester. Each applicant must have an outstanding undergraduate record and must submit a portfolio of creative work. International applicants must additionally demonstrate English proficiency. This can be done by achieving a TOEFL iBT total score of 5 or higher, or an IELTS overall band core of at least 7.5. All applicants should be aware that each program in the School of Architecture has specific application requirements; therefore, all applicants should consult the relevant requirements for their chosen degree programs; by visiting the School of Architecture website.
First Year, Fall
Sample plan of study.
First Year, Spring
Sample plan of study.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCH 6015 | Structures 1 | 3 |
| ARCH 6029 | Core 2 Studio | 5 |
| ARCH 6106 | Architectural History II - 19th and 20th Century | 3 |
| ARCH 7350 | Foundations of Architectural Theory | 3 |
Second Year, Fall
Sample plan of study.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCH 6020 | Media + Modeling 2 | 3 |
| ARCH 6047 | Advanced Architecture Studio 1 | 5 |
| ARCH 7101 | Integrated Building Systems 1 | 3 |
| ARCH 7151 | History of Urban Form | 3 |
Second Year, Spring
Sample plan of study.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCH 6048 | Advanced Studio 2 | 5 |
| ARCH 7030 | Media + Modeling 3 | 3 |
| ARCH 7104 | Integrated Building Systems 2 | 4 |
Third Year, Fall
Sample plan of study.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCH 6049 | Design + Research Studio 1 | 6 |
| ARCH 6315 | Practice of Architecture I | 3 |
| ARCH 6352 | Theory of Architecture 2 | 3 |
| ARCH 7105 | Integrated Building Systems 3 | 4 |
Third Year, Spring
Sample plan of study.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCH 6050 | Design + Research Studio 2 | 6 |
| ARCH 6316 | Practice of Architecture 2 | 3 |
| ARCH 7360 | Design & Climate Change | 3 |
First Year, Fall
Sample plan of study.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCH 6020 | Media + Modeling 2 | 3 |
| ARCH 6047 | Advanced Architecture Studio 1 | 5 |
| ARCH 7101 | Integrated Building Systems 1 | 3 |
| ARCH 7151 | History of Urban Form | 3 |
First Year, Spring
Sample plan of study.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCH 6048 | Advanced Studio 2 | 5 |
| ARCH 7030 | Media + Modeling 3 | 3 |
| ARCH 7104 | Integrated Building Systems 2 | 4 |
| ARCH 7350 | Foundations of Architectural Theory | 3 |
Second Year, Fall
Sample plan of study.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCH 6049 | Design + Research Studio 1 | 6 |
| ARCH 6352 | Theory of Architecture 2 | 3 |
| ARCH 6315 | Practice of Architecture I | 3 |
| ARCH 7105 | Integrated Building Systems 3 | 4 |
Second Year, Spring
Sample plan of study.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCH 6050 | Design + Research Studio 2 | 6 |
| ARCH 6316 | Practice of Architecture 2 | 3 |
| ARCH 7360 | Design & Climate Change | 3 |
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