Architecture (MArch, Integrated Master in Architecture, 5 years) 60 months Undergraduate Programme By University of Nicosia |TopUniversities
Programme Duration

60 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

11,160 EURTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

Architecture and Built EnvironmentMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Architecture and Built Environment

Degree

MArch

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

The Architecture Programme provides students with a comprehensive set of skills, competences and knowledge with the aim of preparing them for a career in Architecture.


The objective is to create critical thinkers, who are intellectually acute, socially aware, and technically skilled architects that can meaningfully contribute to contemporary architectural discourse. A strong design-based education equips students with both a hands-on approach and advanced knowledge and understanding of cutting-edge digital tools and technologies. Global issues are addressed, along with local conditions of culture, climate, the local industry and social needs. Ecological and sustainable thinking are highly valued, providing the necessary tools of context, comprehension and application of social, environmental and cultural aspects. The programme caters to diversity, enabling students to prepare complex design projects of various scales and in diverse contexts.


The programme acknowledges that design teaching is central to architectural education and is characterized by a strong emphasis on critical thinking, on positive and constructive reasoning and rationality, and on creative and reflective thought. Design is considered as the core skill of the architect. The programme develops around five thematic headings: design, technology, history and theory, communication and management & practice. Design projects aim to integrate all thematic positions into the process of ‘design thinking’ and to develop the students’ skill of combining and assimilating complex and multiple components of information and knowledge into the project proposal.


Following the completion of the 5-year cycle of studies (300ECTS) students are awarded an Integrated Master in Architecture (MArch). Students may choose to graduate in year 4 (following the completion of 240ECTS) with a Bachelor of Arts in Architecture (BAArch).


Graduates of the programme are well prepared for a labour market orientation and can pursue a professional career in architectural practice. They are also well equipped for further postgraduate studies or an academic career.


The programme is accredited by the CYQAA and has been designed in accordance with the European Commission’s Architects Directive. It is recognized by the Cyprus Scientific and Technical Chamber (ETEK – Επιστημονικό Τεχνικό Επιμελητήριο Κύπρου) and the European Commission.



Occupational Profiles of Graduates with Examples


Graduates of the Architecture Programme are well prepared for a labour market orientation and can pursue a professional career in architectural practice, both locally and abroad. They are also well equipped for further postgraduate studies or an academic career.


Indicative areas of possible employment sectors:


  • Architecture, Interior Design, Landscape, Urban Design and Planning practices.
  • Built Environment Engineering practices.
  • Architecture, Planning and Engineering Consultancies.
  • Governmental and Municipal Public sectors such as Planning Authorities, Historic Preservation and Cultural Heritage departments.
  • Governmental Ministry departments such as Environmental Preservation, Historic Urban Centres, Built Environment Heritage, Energy Classification of Buildings, National Monuments Departments.
  • Retrofitting Building Industry, including both consultancy firms as well as Building Construction Industry.
  • Non-Governmental-Organizations with relevant scope of work.
  • Applied Arts and Design practices, such as product design, furniture design, theatre design, curating, visualization, industrial design, gaming industry etc.
  • In private and public secondary education.
  • In higher education as professors or researchers in Cyprus and abroad.


Access to Further Studies


Graduates of the programme can be accepted into Third Cycle degrees (Doctoral Degree, PhD)

Programme overview

Main Subject

Architecture and Built Environment

Degree

MArch

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

The Architecture Programme provides students with a comprehensive set of skills, competences and knowledge with the aim of preparing them for a career in Architecture.


The objective is to create critical thinkers, who are intellectually acute, socially aware, and technically skilled architects that can meaningfully contribute to contemporary architectural discourse. A strong design-based education equips students with both a hands-on approach and advanced knowledge and understanding of cutting-edge digital tools and technologies. Global issues are addressed, along with local conditions of culture, climate, the local industry and social needs. Ecological and sustainable thinking are highly valued, providing the necessary tools of context, comprehension and application of social, environmental and cultural aspects. The programme caters to diversity, enabling students to prepare complex design projects of various scales and in diverse contexts.


The programme acknowledges that design teaching is central to architectural education and is characterized by a strong emphasis on critical thinking, on positive and constructive reasoning and rationality, and on creative and reflective thought. Design is considered as the core skill of the architect. The programme develops around five thematic headings: design, technology, history and theory, communication and management & practice. Design projects aim to integrate all thematic positions into the process of ‘design thinking’ and to develop the students’ skill of combining and assimilating complex and multiple components of information and knowledge into the project proposal.


Following the completion of the 5-year cycle of studies (300ECTS) students are awarded an Integrated Master in Architecture (MArch). Students may choose to graduate in year 4 (following the completion of 240ECTS) with a Bachelor of Arts in Architecture (BAArch).


Graduates of the programme are well prepared for a labour market orientation and can pursue a professional career in architectural practice. They are also well equipped for further postgraduate studies or an academic career.


The programme is accredited by the CYQAA and has been designed in accordance with the European Commission’s Architects Directive. It is recognized by the Cyprus Scientific and Technical Chamber (ETEK – Επιστημονικό Τεχνικό Επιμελητήριο Κύπρου) and the European Commission.



Occupational Profiles of Graduates with Examples


Graduates of the Architecture Programme are well prepared for a labour market orientation and can pursue a professional career in architectural practice, both locally and abroad. They are also well equipped for further postgraduate studies or an academic career.


Indicative areas of possible employment sectors:


  • Architecture, Interior Design, Landscape, Urban Design and Planning practices.
  • Built Environment Engineering practices.
  • Architecture, Planning and Engineering Consultancies.
  • Governmental and Municipal Public sectors such as Planning Authorities, Historic Preservation and Cultural Heritage departments.
  • Governmental Ministry departments such as Environmental Preservation, Historic Urban Centres, Built Environment Heritage, Energy Classification of Buildings, National Monuments Departments.
  • Retrofitting Building Industry, including both consultancy firms as well as Building Construction Industry.
  • Non-Governmental-Organizations with relevant scope of work.
  • Applied Arts and Design practices, such as product design, furniture design, theatre design, curating, visualization, industrial design, gaming industry etc.
  • In private and public secondary education.
  • In higher education as professors or researchers in Cyprus and abroad.


Access to Further Studies


Graduates of the programme can be accepted into Third Cycle degrees (Doctoral Degree, PhD)

Admission Requirements

6+
60+

The minimum admission requirement to an undergraduate programme of study is a recognized High School Leaving Certificate (HSLC) or equivalent internationally recognized qualification(s). Students with a lower HSLC grade than 7.5/10 or 15/20 or equivalent depending on the grading system of the country issuing the HSLC are provided with extra academic guidance and monitoring during the first year of their studies.


An additional admission requirement for the Department of Architecture is the submission of a portfolio and an interview with faculty members of the Department. The portfolio is required in order to demonstrate the student’s creative ability and skills which may not be reflected in school examination results. The portfolio can include examples of any creative projects carried out previously by the applicants, such as; artwork, design projects, photography, technical drawings, sketches, graphics etc. Portfolios are assessed for creative ability, drawing skills, an indication of spatial or technical understanding, expression through drawing/visual media and other skills demonstrating the imagination, awareness and thinking abilities of the prospective student. Together with the high school grade and student interview an overall assessment is made of each student assessing their appropriateness for the course.


The standard admission procedures of the University of Nicosia apply.


English Language Proficiency


The list below provides the minimum English Language Requirements (ELR) for enrollment to the programme of study. Students who do not possess any of the qualifications or stipulated grades listed below and hold IELTS with 4.5 and above, are required to take UNIC’s NEPTON English Placement Test (with no charge) and will receive English Language support classes.


  • IELTS – 6 and above
  • Anglia Examinations – Advanced and above
  • Cambridge GCE AS Level English Language – C and above
  • Cambridge GCE English A Levels – C and above
  • Cambridge IGCSE or GCSE English as a First language – C and above
  • Cambridge IGCSE or GCSE English as a Second language – B and above
  • IB English A: Literature SL & HL – 4 and above
  • IB English Standard Level (SL) – 5 and above
  • IB English High Level (HL) – 4 and above
  • Michigan Language Assessment (also known as Proficiency of Michigan) – 650 and above
  • Password Test – 6 and above
  • TOEFL (IBT) – 60 and above
  • Cambridge Exams (First Certificate) – 160 and above or Pass
  • Cambridge Exams (Proficiency Certificate) – 180 and above or Pass

5 Years
Feb
Sep

Domestic
11,040 EUR
International
11,160 EUR

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