Nelson Mandela University

Nelson Mandela University

Master of Architecture by Research

The Master of Architecture by Research in Architecture is offered by Nelson Mandela University.

Program Length: 1 YEAR.

Master of Architecture by Research offered by the Nelson Mandela University at the Faculty of Engineering, the Built Environment and Technology

The Department of Architecture has a history of active research and publication, much of it related to pertinent regional issues. Research areas have included:

  • Architectural conservation studies with an emphasis on the small towns and villages of the Eastern Province.
  • Studies of the design, location and procurement of rural schools in the Eastern Cape Province.
  • Studies of the design of traditional courts for the Eastern Cape.
  • Studies of coastal architecture and development including marinas.
  • Studies of urban development issues, including housing.
  • Studies of space syntax .
  • Studies of creativity with particular reference to architectural design.
  • Studies of architectural computer usage.
The MArch candidate is required to submit a research dissertation. This is subjected to internal and external evaluation. Supervision of the dissertation is provided by the Department.

Career fields: Architect

Duration: The qualification shall extend over a minimum of one year of full-time or two years of part-time study.

Curriculum

First year
Compulsory modules:
Research project and dissertation



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