Master of Architectural Science – MArchSc
Victoria University of Wellington
Key Information
Campus location
Wellington, New Zealand
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
18 months
Pace
Full time, Part time
Tuition fees
NZD 58,600 *
Application deadline
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Earliest start date
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* for the full-time programme
Introduction
Become an expert in the science of the built environment and increase your understanding of the connections between architecture, engineering, testing and building research.
You’ll explore building construction and performance, how building materials function, sustainability in the industry and the relationship between buildings and the environment. Learn to question, test and explain these elements and become confident in your knowledge as an architectural scientist.
Choose from a selection of qualifications to suit your career goals and time availability.
The Master of Architectural Science is professionally recognised by the New Zealand Institute of Building (NZIOB).
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Transform the world we live in
Gain an insight into the interplay between people, buildings and culture. You’ll consider many perspectives including the important role of tikanga and matauranga Māori in architectural design and decision-making.
You’ll also get a practical grounding in how buildings impact on the natural world through their design, construction, operation and maintenance, with the option to specialise in Project Management or Sustainable Engineering Systems.
Community
Postgraduate study will help you build valuable relationships and networks with peers, university staff and future colleagues. Make the most of opportunities to attend events, seminars, workshops and social functions.
You'll also benefit from the expertise of working professionals through the Faculty's connections with local industry.
Careers
A postgraduate qualification in Architectural Science can open doors to a career in the design and development of our built environment. You might start your own practice or work as an employee in a firm or government organisation. You could work as a construction project manager, a sustainable systems engineer or as a consultant. Other jobs might be a lighting adviser or designer, building consent adviser, fire design and regulations analyst, acoustic engineer and quantity surveyor.
You can also choose to focus on researching the history, theory and contemporary practice in architectural science and open up a career in academia or a research organisation.
Scholarships
The School of Architecture has a number of prizes and scholarships available each year.
You can also look for other scholarships based on your level of study, subject area and background.