University of Westminster
University of Westminster

University of Westminster

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Architecture

Study detals

: Postgraduate : MA : Full-time : 12 Month

Requirements

A minimum of a lower second class honours degree (2:2) in architecture or a related art, design or built environment discipline.

If your first language is not English, you should have an IELTS 6.5 with at least 6.5 in writing and no element below 6.0.

You must provide a sample of your work in the form of a digital portfolio demonstrating creative ability from your academic and professional experience (an average of 10 pages). You may submit a link to your portfolio, an online gallery (e.g. dropbox or similar) or a website as part of your application.

Written statement guidance
Within your application you will be asked for a written statement. You are encouraged to provide an individual response reflecting your own particular skills and interests. Rather than a generic statement, we would like to understand why you are applying to join the MA Architecture. For example, which aspects of its content interest you? What are you hoping to experience on the course and how will it serve your longer-term ambitions? The more you can tell us about yourself, your creative and intellectual interests, and your aspirations, the better.

Portfolio guidance
The admissions process includes the submission of a design portfolio in electronic format to include a range of projects demonstrating:

spatial or design awareness using a wide range of creative and analytical skills. Engage with, and respond to, people, context and place
research and critical thinking skills
the use of a wide range of media that may include digital and/or hand drawing, sketching, model making, photography and film. Avoid excessive generic renders and consider a variety of content that include the process of critical thinking and design
(optional) a sample of academic writing (an extract from an essay or dissertation previously written).

Speciality

Study Mode: full-time(1year), Part-time Day(2year)
If you don't wish to pay the whole amount of your fees at once, you may be able to pay by instalments. This opportunity is available if you have a personal tuition fee liability of £2,000 or more and if you are self-funded or funded by the Student Loans Company.

Additional information

Outstanding facilities – We provide first-class facilities such as vibrant studio spaces and state-of-the-art fabrication equipment in the heart of central London
Learn from experts – You’ll be taught by experienced and committed tutors who are experts in their respective fields, and hear from renowned visiting speakers and critics from practice and academia
Career success – Graduates from this course have had a high level of success in securing employment with architectural practices in the UK and overseas or have gone on to launch their own architecture/design practices
Choose your specialism – You'll develop highly creative and analytical skills to become an expert in your subject of interest, through one of the course's three pathways or by creating your individual one, in order to build a successful career as a practitioner or academic

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