MPhil in Architecture and Urban Studies (formally known as MPhil in Environmental Design in Architecture: Option A)

Length and dates of course:
10 months*, October start. This course is not available on a part-time basis.
*Candidates may have to attend an oral examination in September.
Application deadline:
31 May (if you do not wish to be considered for the University's funding competitions). Please note that places for the course may fill before this deadline has been reached so please apply as early as you can
Academic requirement:
A 1st class or high 2i honours degree in architecture, engineering, physics, applied science or an appropriate cognate discipline
English language requirement: See table of specific scores needed for this course
Course code: ARM9

The MPhil in Architecture and Urban Studies is a one-year full-time programme of advanced study on contemporary architecture and the continued development of cities around the world. Students from a variety of academic backgrounds will work in an interdisciplinary environment with design practitioners, environmental specialists, architectural theorists and historians. In such an environment, students will explore a wide range of ideas, research methods and theoretical approaches in order to undertake critical and rigorous analysis of issues relating to both architecture and cities. The course has an emphasis on the socio-political aspects of architectural practice and cities in general. It approaches design, environmental (technical) and urban issues from a theoretical platform that allows critical enquiry. With architectural practice at its centre, the course relates closely to design work produced in the department, particularly in the MPhil in Architecture and Urban Design B (ARB/RIBA Part 2) programme. The course also provides an opportunity for students to expand upon their own experiences by pursuing research in their areas of interest. The course structure includes two core seminars in the first term, which provide the fundamental skills and research methods required by students to pursue independent study. In the second term, students take specialised modules in their interest areas. In the final term, students write a dissertation under the close supervision of a member of the faculty. The dissertation offers students an opportunity fully to explore a subject of their own choice and to produce a piece of meaningful research based on critical analysis of data collected throughout the course. To continue for PhD research, MPhil candidates must achieve an average of at least 70% overall. Continuation is also subject to the approval of the research topic and the availability of an appropriate supervisor.
Further information
MPhil in Architecture and Urban Studies
Fees and Costs Graduate Course Costs
Notes on Application
A complete application for this course will depend on whether you are a continuing student or a new admission. Please see the relevant box below.

Please do not send hard-copy of your work directly to the Department, you only need to provide what is requested below.
Continuing students must provide: Application submitted online, with payment Supporting documents to be uploaded:
one academic reference, from current or proposed supervisor 1000-1500 word research proposal. A Research Proposal should consist of a topic and a hypothesis, a literature review, a statement on method, and key references
You are a continuing student if you have previously been admitted to a graduate course by the Board of Graduate Studies (or by the Institute of Continuing Education, for an MSt degree), and became a matriculated student on that course.
How To Apply New applicants for admission must provide: Application submitted online, with payment Supporting documents to be uploaded:
two academic references transcripts or degree certificates English Language Score Report (if English is not your first language) personal reference - ONLY if you wish to be considered for funding from the GATES CAMBRIDGE TRUST. (See Personal reference for the Gates Cambridge Trust for further information) 1000-1500 word research proposal. A Research Proposal should consist of a topic and a hypothesis, a literature review, a statement on method, and key references writing sample, max 4 A4 pages design work (max 6 A4 pages) from applicants with a design background - please do not send hard-copy
How To Apply

MPhil in Architecture and Urban Design (ARB/RIBA Part 2) (formally known as MPhil in Environmental Design in Architecture: Option B)

Length and dates of course:
2 years, starting in October
Application deadline:
31 May (if you do not wish to be considered for the University's funding competitions). Please note that places for the course may fill before this deadline has been reached so please apply as early as you can.
Academic requirement:
Candidates accepted for this course will have a Part 1 qualification prescribed by the Architects Registration Board (ARB) and The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) at a first class or high II.1 level. Candidates are encouraged to take a year out but this is not mandatory. Overseas applicants will be required to undertake the ARB's examination of equivalence for Part 1 status. See overseas and other non-recognised qualifications for details
English language requirement: See table of specific scores needed for this course
Course code: ARM10

This two year course gives exemption from ARB/RIBA Part 2. It provides advanced teaching, research and practice opportunities in environmental design, including the social, political, historical, theoretical and economic aspects of architecture, cities and the global environment. The main outcome is a design thesis consisting of a detailed design proposition for a complex building, supported by a written argument of up to 15,000 words. This is preceded by five essays or design exercises equivalent to 3000 words. The course is closely connected with research interests within the Martin Centre for Architectural and Urban Studies, and a number of the academics and researchers teach and supervise on the course. The first and second terms are spent in Cambridge, followed by three terms' placement in an approved practice, or equivalent experience, with a final sixth term back in the Department to complete the Design Thesis.
Further information
MPhil in Architecture and Urban Design
Fees and Costs Graduate Course Costs
Notes on Application
A complete application for this course will depend on whether you are a continuing student or a new admission. Please see the relevant box below.

Please do not send hard-copy of your work directly to the Department, you only need to provide what is requested below.

Continuing students must provide: Application submitted online, with payment Supporting documents to be uploaded:
one academic reference, from current or proposed supervisor 1000-1500 word research proposal. A Research Proposal should consist of a topic and a hypothesis, a literature review, a statement on method, and key references
You are a continuing student if you have previously been admitted to a graduate course by the Board of Graduate Studies (or by the Institute of Continuing Education, for an MSt degree), and became a matriculated student on that course.
How To Apply New applicants for admission must provide: Application submitted online, with payment Supporting documents to be uploaded:
two academic reference (or the second from a professional employer) transcripts or degree certificates English Language Score Report (if English is not your first language) personal reference - ONLY if you wish to be considered for funding from the GATES CAMBRIDGE TRUST. (See Personal reference for the Gates Cambridge Trust for further information) 1000-1500 word research proposal. A Research Proposal should consist of a topic and a hypothesis, a literature review, a statement on method, and key references writing sample, max 4 A4 pages design work (max 6 A4 pages) from applicants with a design background - please do not send hard-copy to us
How To Apply

MSt in Building History

Application deadline:
30 June
Length and dates of course:
2 years, part-time, 1 October to 1 July
Academic requirement:
At least a 2.i honours degree from a UK university or equivalent
English language requirement: For further information please see Institute for Continuing Education: Entrance Requirements
Course code: ARM8

This part-time MSt in Building History is an interdisciplinary research-based MSt. It has been designed by the Faculty of Architecture and History of Art in close association with English Heritage, and the Institute of Continuing Education at Madingley Hall.

The MSt is aimed at students from a wide variety of backgrounds who wish to become architectural historians trained in both the academic and practical skills of building analysis and assigning value and significance. It will also enable students to situate buildings in their historic area and landscape contexts. The MSt will appeal equally to existing professionals wishing to formalise or extend their acquaintance with historic buildings.

The course will include a range of taught modules, a practical survey project, a six-month placement in the sector and a dissertation.

Further information
Department of Architecture: MSt in Building History
Institute of Continuing Education: Prospective MSt Students

Notes on Application
To apply for this course, please see the Institute of Continuing Education: How to Apply.

MSt in Interdisciplinary Design for the Built Environment

MSt in Interdisciplinary Design for the Built Environment

MSt in Sustainability Leadership

Further information
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MPhil in Architecture

Length and dates of course:
1 year starting in October
Application deadline:
31 May (if you do not wish to be considered for the University's funding competitions)
Academic requirement:
A 1st class or high 2i honours degree in Architecture or a related discipline
English language requirement: See table of specific scores needed for this course
Course code: ARM7

This research degree offers the opportunity for independent research under the supervision of a departmental member of staff. The Department of Architecture has expertise and welcomes candidates in most areas, including: History, Theory and Communication, as well as; Design Technology and Environment. The assessed outcome is a dissertation of 20-30,000 words of sustained independent research. As well as the research and skills training programme offered by the Faculty of Architecture and History of Art, candidates have the opportunity to attend numerous courses, such as those related to the use of bibliographic resources and other databases, and specific computer skills. Candidates will need to consult the list of staff and their research interests on the departmental website. If an academic member of staff has similar research interests to that of your own, it is a good idea to email the member of staff directly with a short research proposal of about 300 words to determine whether they are potentially available to work with you before you make a formal application. It is only when candidates are able to source an academic member of staff who has indicated that they are available to work with them, that a formal application to the University should be made. Further information
Department of Architecture
Department of Architecture Staff List Fees and Costs Graduate Course Costs
Notes on Application
A complete application for this course will depend on whether you are a continuing student or a new admission. Please see the relevant box below.

Please do not send hard-copy of your work directly to the Department, you only need to provide what is requested below.

Continuing students must provide: Application submitted online, with payment Supporting documents to be uploaded:
one academic reference, from current or proposed supervisor 1000-1500 word research proposal. A Research Proposal should consist of a topic, a literature review, a hypothesis, a statement on method, key references, and a draft timetable for 1 year of research
You are a continuing student if you have previously been admitted to a graduate course by the Board of Graduate Studies (or by the Institute of Continuing Education, for an MSt degree), and became a matriculated student on that course.
How To Apply New applicants for admission must provide: Application submitted online, with payment Supporting documents to be uploaded:
two academic references transcripts or degree certificates English Language Score Report (if English is not your first language) personal reference - ONLY if you wish to be considered for funding from the GATES CAMBRIDGE TRUST. (See Personal reference for the Gates Cambridge Trust for further information) 1000-1500 word research proposal. A Research Proposal should consist of a topic, a literature review, a hypothesis, a statement on method, key references, and a draft timetable for 1 year of research writing sample, max 4 A4 pages design work (max 6 A4 pages) from applicants with a design background please do not send hard-copy to us
How To Apply

PhD

Length and dates of course:
3-4 years
Application deadline:
31 May (if you do not wish to be considered for the University's funding competitions)
Academic requirement:
A 1st class or 2i honours degree as well as a Masters degree in Architecture or a related discipline
English language requirement: See table of specific scores needed for this course
Course code: ARAR22
Fee rate: Science

A doctoral degree at the Department of Architecture offers the opportunity for independent research under the supervision of a member of staff. The Department has expertise and welcomes candidates in most areas, including: History, Theory and Communication, as well as; Design, Technology and Environment, but is unable to accept candidates for whom no supervisor is available. As well as the research and skills training programme offered by the Faculty of Architecture and History of Art, candidates have the opportunity to attend numerous courses, such as those related to the use of bibliographic resources and other databases, and specific computer skills. Candidates will need to consult the list of staff and their research interests on the departmental website. If an academic member of staff has similar research interests to that of your own, it is a good idea to email the member of staff directly with a short research proposal of about 300 words to determine whether they are potentially available to work with you before you make a formal application. It is only when candidates are able to source an academic member of staff who has indicated that they are available to work with them, that a formal application to the University should be made. Further information
Department of Architecture
Department of Architecture Staff List Fees and Costs Graduate Course Costs
Notes on Application
A complete application for this course will depend on whether you are a continuing student or a new admission. Please see the relevant box below.

Continuing students must provide: Application submitted online, with payment Supporting documents to be uploaded:
one academic reference, from current or proposed supervisor 1000-1500 word research proposal. A Research Proposal should consist of a topic, a literature review, a hypothesis, a statement on method, key references, and a draft timetable for 3 years of research
You are a continuing student if you have previously been admitted to a graduate course by the Board of Graduate Studies (or by the Institute of Continuing Education, for an MSt degree), and became a matriculated student on that course.
How To Apply New applicants for admission must provide: Application submitted online, with payment Supporting documents to be uploaded:
two academic references transcripts or degree certificates English Language Score Report (if English is not your first language) personal reference - ONLY if you wish to be considered for funding from the GATES CAMBRIDGE TRUST. (See Personal reference for the Gates Cambridge Trust for further information) 1000-1500 word research proposal. A Research Proposal should consist of a topic, a literature review, a hypothesis, a statement on method, key references, and a draft timetable for 3 years of research writing sample, max 4 A4 pages
How To Apply