Master of Architectural Science (Illumination Design)
A technical master's program exploring the intersection of human visual perception, lighting technology, and sustainable built environments.
Best for:Graduates in architecture, engineering, or design seeking a technical specialization in lighting and human-centric built environments.
Overview
The Master of Architectural Science in Illumination Design at the University of Sydney provides a comprehensive technical education focused on the science of light. Students explore human visual perception, quantitative lighting methods, and the integration of lighting technologies within sustainable design frameworks. By combining principles from biology and physics, the program offers deep insights into how light influences the human experience of architecture. This professional degree is designed to accommodate students from diverse academic backgrounds, including architecture, engineering, computer science, interior design, and psychology.
What you'll do
- Engage in advanced coursework covering human visual perception and light quantification.
- Apply principles of biology and physics to analyze lighting in the built environment.
- Evaluate and implement sustainable lighting technologies in design projects.
- Collaborate with peers from multidisciplinary backgrounds including engineering and design.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree from the University of Sydney or an equivalent qualification.
Degree offered: Master of Architectural Science
Instruction: English
- Academic background in architecture, engineering, computer science, interior design, or psychology.
- Minimum average mark of 70 across all units if applying via the graduate certificate pathway.
- Hold a recognized bachelor's degree or equivalent.
- Meet the minimum academic performance standards for graduate certificate holders.
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Interested applicants should visit the official University of Sydney course page to review specific admission requirements and submit their application through the university portal.
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- Proof of degree completion
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