The program was developed in 2012 and was renewed in 2022. The program can be updated before the start of each academic year in order to improve the learning process.

Type of University Entrance Examination: interview and presenting portfolios
Conferred Academic Degree: Master of Architecture

Brief Description:

The Master’s degree program aims to equip MA students with an in-depth knowledge of the stages of the engineering design process so that by applying modern tendencies, they will excel  in performance of their duties and collaboration with specialists of related fields. The slogan of the academic program of architecture is “developing students into professionals. “

After completion of the program, graduates will know each and every stage of engineering design: they will be able not only develop ideas but also materialize them; they will get a profound knowledge of building and construction standards and will be able to apply “green” (eco-stable) architectural principles in engineering design.

Employment opportunities:

Master of Architecture can be employed in:

• private architectural workshops;
• development and construction companies;
• state institutions.

The graduate can be employed in state and private architectural or constructor workshops, construction companies, state structure of the relevant profile.

A graduate of the program:

• Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of key concepts, theories and contemporary discourse in the field and understands their relationship to architectural design and practice;
• Can independently carry out an original architectural project from the initial stage to the final stage, using relevant methods, based on research and critical analysis of humanitarian, social, economic, environmental, cultural contexts, taking into account conceptual, functional-technological, spatial, technical, ergonomic and aesthetic factors;
• Understanding the importance of the architect’s profession and the architect’s role in society, he carries out architectural activities, during which he takes into account the interests of the customer and the user, adheres to the relevant legal regulations and professional ethics, and understands the business processes related to architectural activities and the construction industry;
• Demonstrates systematic knowledge of modern strategies and concepts for reducing the environmental impact of architectural structures and selects materials considering not only their aesthetic characteristics, but also their potential impact on the environment;
• In the project, it combines construction, communication, engineering and security systems into one functional whole;
• Effectively uses visual, written, oral methods and media capabilities to communicate with stakeholders (academic, professional and general public);
• Can work effectively autonomously and in a multidisciplinary team and critically reflect on own results.

The Master’s Program in Contemporary Architecture and Sustainable Development serves to develop innovative approaches, expand/deepen individual talent or creative ability, and promote the widespread use of sustainable development principles in contemporary architectural practice.

The goal of the program is to raise a new generation of competitive architects who:

• will be equipped with in-depth knowledge of modern concepts, theories, methods and latest trends/discourse of sustainable architecture;
• will be able to independently execute an architectural project based on research, taking into account the principles of sustainable development, trends, architectural standards and various factors (including climatic, social, economic, environmental protection, cultural);
• both in the studio and in the real work environment, he will be able to creatively integrate the theoretical knowledge obtained within the framework of the adjacent specialties obtained by researching relevant contexts and analyzing factors into original practical architectural solutions;
• Will be ready for independent architectural activity in accordance with the requirements of professional ethics.

Program structure – 120 credits:

•  Compulsory courses of the program – 72 credits
•  Elective courses of the program – no more than 18 credits
•  Master’s thesis – 24 credits
•  Practice – 6 credits

• lecture and seminar;
• method of practical work;
• studio teaching;
• discussion/debate;
• Case analysis (case study);
• demonstration method;
• group work;
• elements of e-learning;
• experience-based learning (experiential learning);
• supervision;
• analysis and synthesis;
• project-based teaching method and others.

Note: The teaching methods used in the different components of the program are indicated in the respective syllabuses.

• Curriculum 
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