MSc Applied Architecture and Design 12 months Postgraduate Programme By Queen's University Belfast |TopUniversities
Subject Ranking

# 151-200QS Subject Rankings

Programme Duration

12 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

25,800 GBPTuition Fee/year

Application Deadline

30 Jun, 2025Application Deadline

Programme overview

Main Subject

Architecture and Built Environment

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

An innovative Master’s programme on architecture and design for enthusiastic students with an undergraduate degree in a creative discipline who wish to explore future opportunities in architecture, interior architecture, design, film and creative industries.

COURSE CONTENT This is a personalised Master’s programme 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 award-winning academics and practicing architects, designers and artists. Because this yearlong course does not require you to meet prescription for qualification, it encourages you to work both within and beyond the realm of conventional design practices. We would like you to push the boundaries of your imagination and the limits of architectural/design media, while working with other architects, designers, artists and filmmakers.

You will work on modules including design, humanities and technology, questioning norms in art, design and 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 to experiment with new ideas, technologies and media, and as a gateway to your future career goals.

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 and design can be and do.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Architecture and Built Environment

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

An innovative Master’s programme on architecture and design for enthusiastic students with an undergraduate degree in a creative discipline who wish to explore future opportunities in architecture, interior architecture, design, film and creative industries.

COURSE CONTENT This is a personalised Master’s programme 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 award-winning academics and practicing architects, designers and artists. Because this yearlong course does not require you to meet prescription for qualification, it encourages you to work both within and beyond the realm of conventional design practices. We would like you to push the boundaries of your imagination and the limits of architectural/design media, while working with other architects, designers, artists and filmmakers.

You will work on modules including design, humanities and technology, questioning norms in art, design and 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 to experiment with new ideas, technologies and media, and as a gateway to your future career goals.

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 and design can be and do.

Admission Requirements

3.2+
6.5+
Applicants whose primary degree was/will be awarded in the UK: 1. Normally a 2.2 Honours degree in a creative background such as Architecture, Interior Architecture, Art, Design, Film, Animation (or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the University). 2. Applicants must submit a digital art/design/architecture/film portfolio (which will include any type of design/film projects in the form of images and/or film links/stills). A video explaining the applicant’s interest in the course (maximum three minutes) may also be submitted to support the application. (The submission of the video is optional.) Applicants will be invited for an optional online interview. 3. A demonstration of a critical awareness of the applicant's position related to their discipline. Such demonstration is typically in the form of experience in practice or personal statement.

Applicants whose primary degree was/will be awarded outside the UK: 1. A recognised qualification acceptable to the University which is equivalent to a 2.2 Honours degree in a creative background such as Architecture, Interior Architecture, Art, Design, Film, Animation. 2. International applicants must submit a digital art/design/architecture/film portfolio (which will include any type of design/film projects in the form of images and/or film links/stills). A video explaining the applicant’s interest in the course (maximum three minutes) may also be submitted to support the application. (The submission of the video is optional.) Applicants will be invited for an optional online interview. 3. A demonstration of a critical awareness of the applicant’s position related to their discipline. Such demonstration is typically in the form of experience in practice or personal statement.

Portfolio and Video Requirement for Application: As part of the application process you must upload a single digital portfolio of your best art/design/architecture/film projects to date. The pdf should be no more than 5MB and 15 pages.

In addition, you may prepare a (maximum three-minute) optional video in relation to one of the following questions: What is architecture for you? As a designer/artist, 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: i. Identify indicators of commitment, excellence and achievement within the applicant’s academic or professional portfolio of experience. ii. Evaluate the applicant’s critical awareness of art and design.

30 Jun 2025
1 Year
Sep

  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance

Tuition fees

Domestic
7,300 GBP
International
25,800 GBP

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