Computation in Architecture (MSc)
Explore the intersection of digital design, material fabrication, and spatial culture through hands-on experimentation and speculative design.
Best for:Best for architecture graduates and design professionals eager to merge computational tools with material and spatial experimentation.
Overview
This two-year Master’s programme at the Royal Danish Academy focuses on how computation reshapes spatial, representational, and material cultures in architecture. Through practical workshops and experimental fabrication, students engage in speculative design, material actuation, and complex modelling. The curriculum emphasizes learning-by-doing, blending theoretical inquiry with hands-on production. Ideal for graduates with a background in architecture or related design disciplines, the programme prepares students for careers at the forefront of digital innovation in architecture. No formal research output or supervisor requirements are specified; admission prioritizes creative and technical aptitude.
What you'll do
- Develop speculative design projects integrating computational tools and material experimentation.
- Engage in hands-on fabrication and prototyping to explore spatial and representational cultures.
- Collaborate on interdisciplinary projects blending theory, digital modelling, and physical production.
- Participate in workshops and seminars focused on computational methods in architecture.
- Explore innovative approaches to material actuation and complex spatial systems.
- Present and critique work in a supportive, peer-reviewed academic environment.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree in architecture or a nationally recognized equivalent from a school of architecture
Language: English proficiency (level not explicitly stated but implied for academic work)
Instruction: English
- Proven background in architectural design or related creative disciplines
- Familiarity with digital design tools (e.g., CAD, parametric modelling)
- Hands-on experience with material fabrication techniques
- Ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams
- Strong conceptual and critical thinking skills in design
- Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in architecture or a recognized equivalent
- No nationality or residency restrictions mentioned
- No age or prior experience caps specified
Funding & terms
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How to apply
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Applicants must submit their application through the official Royal Danish Academy portal. Required documents include a CV, a portfolio, a letter of motivation, and official transcripts. Additional requirements may include proof of English proficiency and a personal statement outlining research or design interests. For detailed instructions, refer to the admission guidelines on the academy’s website.
- CV
- Portfolio showcasing design work
- Letter of motivation
- Official transcripts of previous degrees
- Proof of English proficiency (if required)
- Personal statement on research/design interests
Contact
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