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Study Architecture

Architecture programmes teach the design of buildings and spaces – studio work, construction, structures, history and theory, urban planning and increasingly sustainable and digital design.

  • 6,131 programmes
  • 1,603 institutions
  • 141 countries
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6,131 programmes

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  1. PhD / Doctorate

    Architecture (M.Arch., Ph.D.) (Concentration)

    University of Illinois 🇺🇸 Urbana, United States

  2. Master

    Landscape Architecture, Master, PhD

    University of Oregon 🇺🇸 Eugene, United States

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  4. Other programmes

    建筑结构

    Shanghai Technical College of Urban Management 🇨🇳 Shanghai, China

  5. Other programmes

    Architecture, Howard College (Honours)

    University of KwaZulu-Natal 🇿🇦 Durban, South Africa

  6. Major

    Major in Architectural Environment & Installation

    Hanyang University 🇰🇷 Ansan, Kyunggi-do, Seoul, South Korea

  7. Master

    Master in architecture (bac 5 years)

    Óbuda University 🇭🇺 Budapest, Hungary

  8. Master

    Master of Architecture - MArch

    University of Auckland 🇳🇿 Auckland, New Zealand

  9. Specialisation

    Architectural Engineering (Specialization)

    Hunan Institute of Technology 🇨🇳 Hengyang City, Hunan Province, Zhu Hui District, China

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  11. Major

    Architectural Technology (Major)

    Dakota County Technical College 🇺🇸 Rosemount, United States

  12. Bachelor

    Architecture (Bachelor)

    South China University of Technology 🇨🇳 Guangzhou,P.R.China,, China

  13. Specialisation

    Architecture (Speciality)

    The University of New South Wales 🇦🇺 Sydney, Australia

  14. Bachelor

    BA (Hons) Architectural Technology (Part time)

    Southampton Solent University 🇬🇧 Southampton, Hampshire, United Kingdom

  15. Bachelor

    Interior Architecture (Bachelor)

    Architecture Sint-Lucas 🇧🇪 Brussels, Belgium

Study Architecture – facts and figures

Architecture is taught at 1,603 universities and colleges in 141 countries – including 1,166 Bachelor, 1,703 Master and 406 PhD programmes. Most programmes are offered in United States (1,623), United Kingdom (721) and China (332). Institutions with the widest choice: University of Nebraska - Lincoln, The University of Sydney and Texas Tech University.

Study Architecture by country

Degrees in Architecture

Bachelor

The first university degree, usually three to four years of full-time study. A Bachelor in Architecture builds the foundations of the field and qualifies for professional work or a Master programme.

Master

A postgraduate degree of one to two years that deepens or specialises your knowledge of Architecture, often with a research project or thesis – and the usual entry ticket to a doctorate.

PhD / Doctorate

The highest academic degree, earned through several years of independent research and a dissertation. Doctoral candidates often work as research or teaching staff at their university.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I study Architecture programmes?

The directory lists 6,131 Architecture programmes at 1,603 institutions worldwide. The largest choice is in United States, United Kingdom and China.

How long does it take to study Architecture?

A Bachelor usually takes 3 to 4 years, a Master 1 to 2 years and a PhD 3 to 5 years of full-time study. Exact durations differ by country and institution.

Which universities offer the most Architecture programmes worldwide?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are University of Nebraska - Lincoln, The University of Sydney, Texas Tech University, University of London and University of California.

How do I apply?

Open the programme page to go directly to the university. Admission requirements, deadlines and tuition fees are set by each institution, so always check them there.

The listings come from the University Directory, which collects programmes from universities and colleges worldwide. Always check details, deadlines and fees directly with the institution.

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