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Master of Science in Architecture

Advance your architectural expertise with a focus on sustainable construction and digital design technologies.

Best for:Best for architecture graduates seeking advanced training in sustainable building, digital design, and urban planning methodologies.

OWL University of Applied Sciences and Arts · Detmold, Germany · R1 · First-stage researcher
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This is a masters position — not a PhD studentship.
Deadline
Register by 31 March 2027 + 1 more
Funding
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4 semesters
Start date
Winter semester
Full-time
Location
Detmold
Germany

Overview

OWL University of Applied Sciences and Arts offers a consecutive Master of Science in Architecture programme that emphasizes sustainable building practices, resource conservation, and digital design methods. Students engage in a holistic curriculum covering urban design, building conversion, and energy-efficient construction under the guidance of experienced faculty. The four-semester programme culminates in a Master's thesis and prepares graduates for complex professional challenges as well as academic research. Applicants are expected to hold a relevant architecture degree and demonstrate strong creative and methodological suitability through a professional portfolio.

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What you'll do

  • Participate in advanced design studios focusing on sustainable construction and resource-efficient building
  • Apply theoretical and practical knowledge of digital analysis, planning, and manufacturing methods
  • Develop personal in-depth research themes under faculty guidance during the third semester
  • Collaborate on interdisciplinary projects with partner institutions and academic networks
  • Conduct independent academic research in preparation for the Master's thesis and final colloquium

Requirements

Degree required: Bachelor's degree or diploma in architecture with a minimum study duration of six semesters (180 credits)

Degree offered: Master of Science

Language: German (C1 required); English (B2 required)

Instruction: German and English

Required skills
  • Demonstrated professional and methodological suitability in architectural or urban design
  • Proficiency in digital architectural tools and methods
  • Ability to conduct independent academic research and scientific inquiry
Nice to have
Prior experience in computational design or facade engineeringFamiliarity with sustainable building assessment and energy-efficient planning
Eligibility
  • Applicants must hold a qualifying first university degree in architecture

Funding & terms

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Duration
4 semesters
Programme
Deutschlandstipendium
Federal Government of Germany / Studienfonds OWL

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How to apply

Applicants must submit their application documents through the uni-assist portal or the university's online application system within the specified application periods. The submission requires a completed application form, academic transcripts, a portfolio of relevant design work, and official language certificates. Non-EU applicants and EU applicants must adhere to their respective semester application windows.

Documents required
  • University entrance qualification
  • BSc or diploma certificate and transcripts in architecture
  • Portfolio of architectural and urban design work
  • Motivation letter
  • Resume
  • German language certificate
  • English language certificate
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Department of Architecture and Interior Architecture
OWL University of Applied Sciences and Arts
DeutschlandstipendiumGermany
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