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Course Overview

This is an intensive Master’s program for engaged students who would like to make the most of their time at Queen’s. The work produced throughout the year will be a collaborative effort between you, your year group, our academics, and practicing architects. Because the course does not require you to meet the prescription for qualification, it encourages you to work both within and beyond the realm of conventional architectural practice. We would like you to push the boundaries of your imagination and of architectural media.

You will work on modules including design, humanities, and technology, questioning norms in architecture throughout. You will complete a major thesis project, the topic, and methodology of which will be self-directed. You will be able to use the thesis as a means to experiment with new ideas, technologies, and media.

The course encourages lateral thinking, problem-solving, creativity, and engagement with design in a self-critical process. It will address issues as diverse as our survival on the planet and alternative ways of thinking about what architecture can be and do.

Entry Requirement 

Graduate:
Applicants whose primary degree was/will be awarded in the UK:

1. Normally a 2.1 Honours degree in Architecture from an approved RIBA/ARB Part 1 course in a recognized institution. A 2.2 Honours degree or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University may be considered alongside a very strong design portfolio and relevant professional experience.

2. Normally an assessment of 60% or above in the final year major design project of their approved RIBA/ARB Part 1 course.

3. A demonstration of a critical awareness of the applicant's position relative to the profession and discipline of architecture. Such demonstration is typically (but not exclusively) achieved through experience in architectural practice in accordance with RIBA/ARB regulations for practical training.

4. Applicants must submit an architectural design portfolio. A three-minute video may also be submitted to support their application (submission of the video is optional). Applicants may also be invited for an interview.

Portfolio and Video Requirement for Application

As part of the application process, you must upload a single pdf portfolio of your best architectural design (personal, non-group) work to date. The pdf should be no more than 5MBIn addition, you may prepare a three-minute optional video in relation to one of the following questions: What is architecture for you? As a designer, what are you curious or ambitious about? What would be your dream project? Please upload your video on Vimeo or YouTube, adjust your privacy settings, and provide the link on the cover page of your portfolio. The purpose of the portfolio/video submission is to:

  • Identify indicators of commitment, excellence, and achievement within the applicant’s academic or professional portfolio of experience.
  • Evaluate the applicant’s critical awareness of the discipline and profession of architecture.

English Language Requirements:
Evidence of an IELTS* score of 6.5, with not less than 5.5 in any component, or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the University is required. *Taken within the last 2 years.

International students wishing to apply to Queen's University Belfast (and for whom English is not their first language), must be able to demonstrate their proficiency in English in order to benefit fully from their course of study or research. Non-EEA nationals must also satisfy UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) immigration requirements for the English language for visa purposes.

If you need to improve your English language skills before you enter this degree programme, INTO Queen's University Belfast offers a range of English language courses. These intensive and flexible courses are designed to improve your English ability for admission to this degree.

  • Academic English: an intensive English language and study skills course for successful university study at degree level
  • Pre-sessional English: a short intensive academic English course for students starting a degree programme at Queen's University Belfast and who need to improve their English.

Fees

Northern Ireland (NI)1: £6450
Republic of Ireland (ROI)2: £6450
England Scotland or Wales (GB)1: £7250
EU Other3: £21400
International: £21400


This information was accurate on : 09/01/2021
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