Master of Arts in Architecture
Interdisciplinary architecture programme with a focus on sustainable design, digitalisation, and international collaboration.
Best for:Best for architecture graduates seeking a hands-on, interdisciplinary Master’s programme with a focus on sustainable design, digital innovation, and international collaboration.
Overview
This Master of Arts programme in Architecture at Hochschule Wismar University of Applied Sciences offers a hands-on, project-based curriculum designed to equip students with decision-making skills and a deep understanding of contemporary architectural challenges. The programme integrates innovative research in green building, ecology, socio-cultural developments, and digital technologies into design processes. Students engage in interdisciplinary teaching, with design projects forming the core of the curriculum across four semesters. The programme also features a unique double-degree option with Jianzhu University in Shenyang, China, allowing students to earn degrees from both institutions simultaneously. Small group work, individual mentorship, and access to advanced technical resources further enhance the learning experience.
What you'll do
- Engage in project-based design work across four semesters, integrating specialisations in architectural design, green architecture, and architecture in context.
- Participate in interdisciplinary teaching and collaborative design projects with peers from related design fields like lighting, interior, and product design.
- Develop and execute design projects that integrate innovative knowledge in ecology, economy, socio-cultural developments, technology, and digitalisation.
- Choose elective modules to broaden and deepen expertise in specialised areas of architectural design.
- Write a Master’s thesis in either English or German during the final semester, supported by a designated mentor.
- Create a personalised timetable by selecting courses and projects based on individual interests and career goals.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree in architecture or a related field with an overall grade equivalent to the German '2.3' or better
Degree offered: Master of Arts in Architecture
Language: English proficiency at B2 level (TOEFL iBT 80 or IELTS Academic 6.0)
Instruction: English and German (thesis can be written in either)
- Proven ability to work in small, collaborative design teams
- Strong portfolio showcasing architectural design skills
- Basic proficiency in English for academic work (B2 level)
- Motivation and clear study goals in architecture or related fields
- Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree in architecture or a related field
- No nationality restrictions; open to all international applicants
- No age restrictions
- No prior work experience required
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How to apply
Deadline: 2027-07-15 (winter semester) / 2028-01-15 (summer semester)
Applicants must submit their application through the university’s official portal. The application requires a passport-sized photo, certified copies of academic transcripts (translated into English or German), proof of English proficiency, a motivation letter, CV, and a portfolio. German language proficiency is not mandatory but may be beneficial for integration.
- Passport-sized photo
- Certified copy of Bachelor’s degree certificate in architecture (with English/German translation)
- Certified copy of high school diploma (with English/German translation)
- Proof of English proficiency (TOEFL or IELTS)
- Proof of German proficiency (if available)
- Motivation letter
- CV
- Portfolio
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