Architecture - MSc
Prepare for the future of architecture with AUC’s Master of Science in Architecture Program. This program equips young professionals to tackle emerging challenges and rapidly changing rules in the built environment. Become a cross-disciplinary practitioner, leveraging partnership to lead new paradigms in architectural practice. Build bridges across disciplines and create effective channels of relevance to the market and business partners.
Program Overview
The AUC Master of Science in Architecture Program is designed to cultivate a new generation of cross-disciplinary practitioners equipped to address the complex research questions and rapidly changing rules shaping the contemporary built environment. It aims to prepare young professionals to harness the power of partnership and scientific inquiry to lead the evolution of new paradigms in architectural practice, specifically by leveraging the rich cultural and heritage background in Egypt and the Middle East and addressing issues of computational design, real estate economics and environmental sustainability.
The program bridges disciplinary divides through advanced research, establishing new, effective channels of relevance to the global research community and to architectural firms seeking specialized expertise in areas such as urban regeneration and advanced architectural studies.
Concentrations
- Urban Regeneration and Heritage
- Sustainability in Architecture
- Architectural Computing
- Architectural Studies
- Real Estate Development
Degrees and Admission Requirements
Students wishing to pursue a Master's degree in Architecture should meet the minimum academic and admission requirements set by AUC.
Program Objectives
The program’s primary goal is to provide students with an opportunity to contribute to advancing knowledge in architecture, which is seen as an interdisciplinary domain that intersects with other fields of expertise. Advanced studies aim to fulfill societal needs with consideration for human, ethical, cultural and environmental issues and an appreciation of lifelong learning. The program’s specific objectives are to enable graduates to:
- Think critically about architectural paradigms and make an impact on the future of the architectural domain
- Develop a critical awareness of the issues inherent in the rich culture and heritage of Egypt and the Middle East with a critical eye on relevant contexts
- Reflect on “What’s Next,” pose relevant questions and explore different directions, paths or modes of thinking and frames of mind derived from a clear contextual understanding
- Conduct independent research that bridges architecture with other disciplines, fostering the development of a responsive built environment
- Work collaboratively in multidisciplinary or interdisciplinary teams locally and globally
Learning Outcomes
Upon completing the degree requirements for the MSc program in architecture, graduating students should be able to:
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of architectural paradigms
- Identify relevant areas of research that advance architectural knowledge
- Connect between architecture and other disciplines to develop and address knowledge gaps about the built environment and architecture
- Apply quantitative and/or qualitative research methods relevant to architecture
- Communicate, orally and in writing, advanced theories, concepts, and ideas effectively
- Create scholarly and creative outputs relevant to architecture
World Class Research
Members of the AUC Architecture Graduate Program take advantage of a unique set of resources;
- Research leadership through extensive multidisciplinary research resources
- Market relevance through partnerships with leaders in business and real estate development community
- Leading Islamic arts and architecture studies center
- The Rare Books and Special Collections Library holds unique archival and manuscript collections reflecting modern Egyptian architecture, social, cultural and intellectual life.
- Architecture Environmental Testing Lab for the study of high-performance building design and sustainable practices
- Digital Fabrication and Laser Cutting Lab to advance parametric architectural design and modeling practice
- Engineering and materials testing labs with state-of-the-art resources
Researching Architecture in Egypt
- Home for some of the oldest cities in the world
- A rich reservoir of Architecture of the Islamic world
- A rich Vernacular Architecture language
- A growing array of modern Desert Cities (currently 23 and soon to be 43)
- A complex network of informal settlements housing about 60% of the urban population
- A highly active real estate market
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