Master of Architecture
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The Master of Architecture degree is designed with tracks for individuals who hold a pre-professional baccalaureate degree in architecture from an NAAB-accredited school of architecture; a professional architecture degree from an international university; or a non-architecture baccalaureate degree.
The University at Buffalo offers a fully accredited Master of Architecture degree. This four-semester track is configured to provide all the coursework, including design studios and ancillary courses, required for the fully accredited MArch degree. Students participate in up to five Graduate Research Groups: Ecological Practices, Inclusive Design, Material Culture, Situated Technologies, and Urban Design.
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What will I be studying in the MArch-2YR Track A Program
2-Year Master of Architecture (MArch) Track A Curriculum
Typical Curriculum
Effective Fall 2020
The curriculum of any vital and dynamic program will change from time to time. The description, which follows, should be considered illustrative.
All enrolled graduate students should have in their possession an original copy of the curriculum they must satisfy based upon their date of matriculation. Matrixes are sent to all students when they accept into the program. If you need a copy of your matrix, please contact the Graduate Program Coordinator, Stacey Komendat.
- The curriculum varies depending upon the students’ entry into the program. Students may enter the MArch program in the fall semester or spring semester.
- Students may apply to waive a required course based on prior coursework.
- Faculty serve at advisors for graduate students in addition to the Graduate Advisor, Stacey Komendat and Associate Chair, Joyce Hwang.
| Semester 1: Fall | ||
| ARC 605/7 | Research Studio | 7 |
| ARC xxx | Intellectual Domain Seminar* | 3 |
| ARC xxx | Technical Methods Seminar* | 3 |
| ARC 555 | Structures 3 | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits 16 | ||
| Semester 2: Spring | ||
| ARC 606/8 | Research Studio | 7 |
| ARC xxx | Intellectual Domain Seminar* | 3 |
| ARC xxx | Technical Methods Seminar* | 3 |
| ARC 575 | Environmental Systems 3 | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits 16 | ||
| Semester 3: Fall | ||
| ARC 607/5 | Research Studio or Directed Research** | 7 |
| ARC xxx | Elective or Research Methods*** | 3 |
| ARC xxx | Elective | 3 |
| ARC xxx | Elective | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits 16 | ||
| Semester 4: Spring | ||
| ARC 608/6 | Research Studio or Thesis (if not taking portfolio) **** | 7 |
| ARC xxx | Elective or Portfolio (if not taking Thesis)**** | 3 |
| ARC xxx | Elective | 3 |
| ARC 582 | Professional Practice | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits | 16 | |
| Total Required Credits | 64 |
What will I be studying in the MArch-2YR Track B Program
2-Year Master of Architecture (MArch) Track B Curriculum
Typical Curriculum
Effective Fall 2020
The curriculum of any vital and dynamic program will change from time to time. The description, which follows, should be considered illustrative.
All enrolled graduate students should have in their possession an original copy of the curriculum they must satisfy based upon their date of matriculation. Matrixes are sent to all students when they accept into the program. If you need a copy of your matrix, please contact the Graduate Program Coordinator, Stacey Komendat.
- The curriculum varies depending upon the students’ entry into the program. Students may enter the MArch program in the fall semester or spring semester
- Students may apply to waive a required course based on prior coursework. Incoming students in track B and 3.5 students will be sent instructions on how to request a course waiver or advanced standing through their portal. They will be required to upload the syllabus of their equivalent course, several supporting document and prove that they received a grade of B or higher in the course. This should be done prior to students beginning their program.
- Faculty serve at advisors for graduate students in addition to the Graduate Advisor, Stacey Komendat and Associate Chair, Joyce Hwang.
| Semester 1: Fall | ||
| ARC 603 | Design Studio 3 | 7 |
| ARC 553 | Structures 2 | 3 |
| ARC 511 | Architectural Media 1 | 3 |
| ARC 573 | Environmental Systems 2 | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits | 16 | |
| Semester 2: Spring | ||
| ARC 604 | Design Studio 4 | 7 |
| ARC 542 | Construction Technology | 4 |
| ARC 575 | Environmental Systems 3 | 4 |
| ARC 512 | Architectural Media 2 | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits | 17 | |
| Semester 3: Fall | ||
| ARC 605/7 | Research Studio | 7 |
| ARC xxx | Intellectual Domain Seminar or Technical Methods Seminar* | 3 |
| ARC 611 | Architectural Media 3 | 3 |
| ARC 555 | Structures 3 | |
| Total Semester Credits | 16 | |
| Semester 4: Spring | ||
| ARC 606/8 | Research Studio | 7 |
| ARC 582 | Professional Practice | 3 |
| ARC 697 | Portfolio | 3 |
| ARC xxx | Elective/Independent Study | 2 |
| Total Semester Credits | 15 | |
| Total Required Credits | 64 |
What will I be studying in the MArch-3.5YR Program
3.5 YR MArch curriculum
3.5-Year Master of Architecture (MArch) Curriculum
Typical Curriculum
Effective Fall 2020
The curriculum of any vital and dynamic program will change from time to time. The description, which follows, should be considered illustrative.
All enrolled graduate students should have in their possession an original copy of the curriculum they must satisfy based upon their date of matriculation. Matrixes are sent to all students when they accept into the program. If you need a copy of your matrix, please contact the Graduate Program Coordinator, Stacey Komendat.
- The curriculum varies depending upon the students’ entry into the program. Students may enter the MArch program in the fall semester or spring semester.
- Students may apply to waive a required course based on prior coursework.
- Faculty serve at advisors for graduate students in addition to the Graduate Advisor, Stacey Komendat and Associate Chair, Joyce Hwang.
| Semester 1: Fall | ||
| ARC 501 | Design Studio 1 | 7 |
| ARC 511 | Architectural Media 1 | 3 |
| ARC 531 | Architectural History 1 | 3 |
| ARC 541 | Environmental Systems 1 | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits | 16 | |
| Semester 2: Spring | ||
| ARC 502 | Design Studio 2 | 7 |
| ARC 512 | Architectural Media 2 | 3 |
| ARC 534 | Architectural History 2 | 3 |
| ARC 552 | Structures 1 | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits | 16 | |
| Semester 3: Fall | ||
| ARC 503 | Design Studio 3 | 7 |
| ARC 553 | Structures 2 | 3 |
| ARC 611 | Architectural Media 3 | 3 |
| ARC 573 | Environmental Systems 2 | 3 |
| ARC 562 | Architectural Theory | 2 |
| Total Semester Credits | 18 | |
| Semester 4: Spring | ||
| ARC 504 | Design Studio 4 | 7 |
| ARC 542 | Construction Technology | 4 |
| ARC 575 | Environmental Systems 3 | 3 |
| ARC 582 | Professional Practice | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits | 17 | |
| Semester 5: Fall | ||
| ARC 605/7 | Research Studio | 7 |
| ARC 555 | Structures 3 | 3 |
| ARC xxx | Intellectual Domain Seminar* | 3 |
| ARC xxx | Technical Methods Seminar* | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits | 16 | |
| Semester 6: Spring | ||
| ARC 606/8 | Research Studio | 7 |
| ARC xxx | Intellectual Domain Seminar* | 3 |
| ARC xxx | Technical Methods Seminar* | 3 |
| ARC xxx | Elective/Directed Research** 3 | |
| Total Semester Credits | 16 | |
| Semester 7: Fall | ||
| ARC 607/5 | Research Studio or Thesis*** | 7 |
| ARC xxx | Portfolio*** or Elective | 3 |
| ARC xxx | Elective | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits | 13 | |
| Total Required Credits | 112 |
The curriculum is configured to provide all the coursework required for the fully accredited MArch degree. The first four semesters consist of a core sequence of architectural design studios with ancillary courses. The last three semesters are an accelerated version of the two-year track. A total of 112 credit hours are required in the 3½-year MArch track.
The Master of Architecture (MArch) program enables international students to apply for STEM Extension, which allows graduates to work for an additional 24 months beyond the completion of their optional practical training (OPT).
MArch graduates will demonstrate proficiency in the Student Performance Criteria as outlined by the NAAB:
Critical Thinking and Representation including, communication skills; design thinking skills; visual communication skills; technical documentation; investigative skills; fundamental design skills; use of precedents; ordering systems skills; historical traditions and global culture; cultural diversity; and applied research
Integrated Building Practices, Technical Skills and Knowledge including pre-design; accessibility; sustainability; site design; life safety; comprehensive design; financial considerations; environmental systems; structural systems; building envelope systems; building service systems; building materials and assemblies.
Leadership and Practice, including collaboration; human behavior; client role in architecture; project management; practice management; leadership; legal responsibilities; ethics and professional judgment; and community and social responsibility.
Cost of study
Full-Time per Semester
| Domestic In-State | Domestic out-of-State | International | |
| Tuition | $7,310.00 | $12,620.00 | $12,610.00 |
| Fees | $1,464.00 | $1,464.00 | $1,464.00 |
| International Student Fee | $ - | $ - | $100.00 |
| School Fee | $237.00 | $237.00 | $237.00 |
Further details are available at: http://www.buffalo.edu/studentaccounts/tuition-and-fees.html
Note: tuition and fees are subject to change at any time.
Updated: September 1, 2020
Part-Time per Semester
| (per credit up to 11) | Domestic In-State | Domestic out-of-State | International |
| Tuition | $609.00 | $1,052.00 | $1,052.00 |
| Fees (per credit up to 8; full-time fees above 8) | $114.50 | $114.50 | $114.50 |
| Activity Fee (per semester) | $85.00 | $85.00 | $85.00 |
| Transcript fee (per semester) | $5.00 | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| International Student Fee (per semester) | $ - | $- | $100.00 |
| School Fee (per semester) | $237.00 | $237.00 | $237.00 |
Further details are available at: http://www.buffalo.edu/studentaccounts/tuition-and-fees.html
Note: tuition and fees are subject to change at any time.
Updated: September 2020
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Interested in a Master of Architecture?
Would you like to learn more?
Contact:
Kevin P. Donovan
Director of Graduate Recruitment
129 Hayes Hall
716-829-5224
gradrecruitment@ap.buffalo.edu
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