MA in Research Architecture
This programme is for suitably qualified graduates from a range of disciplines wishing to pursue studio-based spatial research in the context of theoretical work. Lectures, seminars and workshops will equip you with a rigorous grounding in critical spatial theory, while a theoretical course provides a thorough coverage of the historical, philosophical and technological aspects of space and power.
1 year full-time or 2 years part-time.
Places are open to graduates from a range of disciplines. A good portfolio of practical and/or scholarly work as well as experience in conducting research and a demonstrable interest in critical spatial practices are essential.
Please see How to apply.
You should have an undergraduate degree of at least second class standard in a relevant subject. Also required is a good portfolio of practical and/or scholarly work as well as experience in conducting research and a demonstrable interest in critical spatial practices.
This programme is oriented to graduates who want to undertake training in research architecture before proceeding to PhD study, or to pursue or enhance a career in the spatial practices.
Please see Tuition fees.
Please see more detailed information about this programme and the Centre for Research Architecure.
Please see Staff research interests.
Visual Cultures
The MA is a theory/practice programme organised around a single major spatial research project. The project actively engages with spatial research and concentrates on a distinct issue, process or site. It forms the core of the MA dissertation, which you submit at the end of the programme. A series of seminars, workshops and lectures will provide you with the necessary and stimulating intellectual and methodological resources and create a forum for discussion. These components cover an introduction to architectural research, and to such issues as conflict and negotiation as spatial practices. You will undertake another theoretical course from a range of related courses offered in other departments across the College. Throughout the year you will develop the conceptual and practical skills necessary for your studio projects, and will take part in a site visit, where you will travel to a place of contemporary interest and present your findings in the form of an oral presentation using photography, mapping video, or text. In addition, you complete a dissertation.
Assessment
Essays; coursework; studio project (a drawn, modelled, broadcast, performed, curated or other kind of appropriately documented submission); oral presentation and discussion; dissertation (15,000 words, or 8,000 words and a project).
Application enquiries
Please see how to apply for information on applying to this programme.