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Study Architecture in Canada

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

  • 131 programmes
  • 39 institutions
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  1. Diploma

    Applied Urban & Rural Planning (Diploma)

    Langara College 🇨🇦 Vancouver, BC, Canada

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  3. Other programmes

    Architectural Engineering Technician

    Nova Scotia Community College 🇨🇦 Halifax, Canada

  4. PhD / Doctorate

    Doctor of Philosophy: Architecture

    Carleton University 🇨🇦 Ottawa, Canada

  5. Master

    Master of Architecture

    University of Calgary 🇨🇦 Calgary, Canada

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  7. Minor

    Architectural Studies (Minor)

    University of Calgary 🇨🇦 Calgary, Canada

Study Architecture in Canada – facts and figures

In Canada, 39 universities and colleges offer 131 Architecture programmes: 27 Bachelor, 23 Master and 5 PhD programmes. Popular study locations are Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, Quebec and Calgary. Institutions with the widest choice: Carleton University, McGill University and Ryerson University.

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 131 Architecture programmes at 39 institutions in Canada. Popular cities include Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal, Quebec.

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 in Canada?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are Carleton University, McGill University, Ryerson University, University of Calgary and Laval University.

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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