Master of Architecture (Professional) and Urban Design
30 monthsProgramme duration
52,842 NZDTuition Fee/year
08 Dec, 2025Application Deadline
MarStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Architecture and Built Environment
Degree
MArch
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The Master of Architecture (Professional) and Urban Design will give you a sound platform for the realities of contemporary practice.
In less time than it takes to complete the two degrees separately, you will gain the qualification necessary to practice as a professional architect*, and investigate the ecological, social and economic conditions of good urban cities and spaces.
The MArch(Prof)UrbDes is professionally accredited, recognised by the New Zealand Registered Architects Board (NZRAB), Te Kāhui Whaihanga New Zealand Institute of Architects (NZIA) and the Commonwealth Association of Architects (CAA).
Read the full programme regulations for the Master of Architecture (Professional) and Urban Design in the University of Auckland Calendar.
*If you wish to become a practising architect, you must complete this programme (or any of our MArch(Prof) programmes) as well as additional requirements from the registration boards.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Architecture and Built Environment
Degree
MArch
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The Master of Architecture (Professional) and Urban Design will give you a sound platform for the realities of contemporary practice.
In less time than it takes to complete the two degrees separately, you will gain the qualification necessary to practice as a professional architect*, and investigate the ecological, social and economic conditions of good urban cities and spaces.
The MArch(Prof)UrbDes is professionally accredited, recognised by the New Zealand Registered Architects Board (NZRAB), Te Kāhui Whaihanga New Zealand Institute of Architects (NZIA) and the Commonwealth Association of Architects (CAA).
Read the full programme regulations for the Master of Architecture (Professional) and Urban Design in the University of Auckland Calendar.
*If you wish to become a practising architect, you must complete this programme (or any of our MArch(Prof) programmes) as well as additional requirements from the registration boards.
Admission Requirements
You must have completed a Bachelor of Architectural Studies (BAS) with a GPA of 4.0 or higher in 90 points at Stage III.
Your must have completed your degree within two years of commencing this programme.
If your BAS was completed more than two years prior to starting this programme, you must submit a portfolio, written statement and CV via the portfolio system Slideroom.
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