Master of Science in Architectural Studies (American Center for Education)
Course Information
Description
This is a master’s degree program major in Sustainable Design. The three-semester UF Master of Science in Architectural Studies (major in Sustainable Design) program leads to a post-graduate professional degree in the specialized field of sustainable design. Open to applicants with a bachelor’s degree in any field, it is an excellent opportunity for enhancing a student’s educational background, professional qualifications or teaching credentials through individualized, in-depth and interdisciplinary research in specific areas under the guidance of faculty specialists.
The program is what’s known in the industry as a hybrid distance education program. It is designed for participants who are working or for whatever reason, cannot pick up and leave to attend a master’s program full time. A variety of tools is used to ensure that the program is equal to or better than what any student would experience if they were on campus full time.
Each course has lectures, reading assignments and online assessments which are delivered asynchronously – meaning, that one can study according to his/her schedule and review the material as often as necessary.
Additionally, there is a weekly video conference to discuss the course materials with the group – essentially, it is a graduate seminar format.
There are several “fly-in” sessions to give everyone face-to-face time in concentrated workshop formats. There are two trips: one is to Gainesville and another one is to Singapore/the Netherlands – the airfare and food of which are in addition to the tuition (we provide accommodations and local transportation on these trips).
Entry Requirements
Academic Requirements:
- A four-year U.S. bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, or a four-year international equivalent.
- Some professional work experience defined broadly that can serve as a foundation for the field of sustainability. Some design experience or training is useful but not required as this is an interdisciplinary program.
- An official Graduate Record Exam (GRE) score. A score of 140 on the verbal section is considered a minimum by the Graduate Council.
- A statement of purpose for enrolling in the program (about 2 pages double spaced) specifically addressing applicant’s qualifications, research interest to pursue for the thesis and other relevant information.
- Three letters of recommendation from people qualified to assess your academic performance or professional experience.
Age Requirement:
- Minimum age: 21
English Requirements:
- TOEFL IBT 80, or
- IELTS 6, or
- MELAB 77
Career Opportunities
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Modules
Course Synopses and Module Description:
Design for learners are interested in focused research in selected aspects of architecture from backgrounds in real-estate development, engineering, and other fields associated in some way with architecture, although this is not a prerequisite of the program.
Modules:
- Ecological Issues in Sustainability 1
- Ecological Issues in Sustainability 2
- Greening Existing Buildings
- International Construction Management
- International Sustainable Development
- Introduction to Sustainability Research
- Masters Research Project
- Planning and Design Studio in Sustainability
- Research Project Development
- Sustainable Design Issues and Methods
- Sustainable Design Problem Solving
- Sustainable Urbanism
- Technology Methods
- Thesis
Delivery: Lectures and Tutorials (Face to face)
Intake: Mar, May, Jul, Sep and Nov of each year
*Note: The course intake months might be adjusted.
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