Graduate studies in the School of Architecture + Landscape Architecture is organized to provide students the ability to move from a general understanding of architecture toward advanced knowledge and skills, emphasizing a deep awareness of theoretical foundations and contemporary issues in architecture. Emphasis is also given to questions of tectonics and the need to integrate theories of making into the conception of architecture. Our position within a new city for the beginning of the century requires that we develop an appropriate conceptual framework for questions of urbanism and the environment; these issues are explored though electives within our school and with our colleagues in the School of Planning and the Master of Science in Design program. We expect students in advanced architecture programs to develop areas of specialization, and we encourage them to take advantage of the opportunities that exist within our Master of Science in Building Design program. This program currently offers courses in energy efficient design and technology.
See "Apply to Graduate Programs" for more information about applying to the degree programs below.
Master of Architecture
To complete the professional architecture program, students must attain the college’s accredited Master of Architecture (MArch) degree. Completion of the combined undergraduate and graduate professional program is intended to take six years. The two years of graduate study that culminates with the professional MArch degree is accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB). Applicants who already hold a bachelor’s degree in another field should apply to the 3-plus-year MArch degree program.
A dual career program, Master of Architecture/Master of Business Administration, has been established in cooperation with the W. P. Carey School of Business. It is intended for students who wish to obtain comprehensive business knowledge to complement their design education. The dual degree is intended to be completed within three years.
Master of Science in Building Design
The college also offers a Master of Science in Building Design degree, intended for students who already hold a professionally accredited Bachelor of Architecture (BArch) or MArch degree. The MS in Building Design is accepting applications for the energy performance and climate-responsive architecture concentration; currently, we are not accepting applications for the design knowledge and computing; or the facilities, development, and management concentrations. Concurrent application to both MArch and MS degree programs is possible, and each application is evaluated by the respective admission committees separately.
Master of Landscape Architecture
The Master of Landscape Architecture at Arizona State University prepares individuals for the independent professional practice of landscape architecture and research in various aspects of the field including: geology and hydrology; project and site planning; landscape design, history, and theory; environmental design; application law and regulations; and professional responsibilities and standards. The program leverages the arid urban context and rapidly urbanizing landscape of the Phoenix metropolitan region. In response to the global depletion of natural resources, global warming, and other population-impacted ecological conditions the curriculum is focused on issues of sustainable landscape urbanism. Students are encouraged to pursue a joint degree with the School’s Master of Science in Building Design, and/or the Master of Urban Design degree program.
Applicants who already hold a bachelor’s degree in another field should apply to the 3+ MLA degree program. (Priority deadline for the MLA3+ application is April 25th.)
We are currently accepting applications for the MLA 2yr and MLA 3+ programs.
See "Apply to Graduate Programs" for more information on applying to this program.
Master of Urban Design
The Master of Urban Design is a multidisciplinary program in the College of Design. The curriculum draws from the disciplines of architecture, landscape architecture, law, civil engineering, planning, public programs, real estate development, and the first School of Sustainability in the United States. The program leverages its local conditions (rapidly urbanizing metropolis, arid climate, New American University) toward the development of responsible global initiatives and innovative design strategies for urban environments. The curriculum is built around the analysis and understanding of contemporary urban conditions specific to rapidly urbanizing and arid regions of the world. Students are encouraged to pursue a joint degree with the school’s Master of Science in Building Design.
Applicants who hold a professional design degree (BSLA, MLA, BArch, MArch) will be considered for the 2yr MUD program. Applicants who do not have a background in design will be considered for admission to a 3 yr MUD program that includes an initial year of design studies. The MUD is a postprofessional, nonaccredited program.
We are still accepting applications for the MUD program.
See "Apply to Graduate Programs" for more information on applying to this program.
Additional Information for Graduate Studies
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