Program Overview
The Architecture (Professional) at Unitec Institute of Technology is a MArch programme in Architecture & Urban Planning over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of architecture & urban planning. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Architecture (Professional) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across New Zealand and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 17,237 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 10,491 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Architecture (Professional) programme are prepared for diverse careers in architecture & urban planning:
- Architect
- Urban Planner
- Landscape Designer
- Sustainability Consultant
- Real Estate Developer
- Heritage Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Research Methods
- Studio
- Architectural Theory
- Architectural Technology
- Professional Business Management
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
For this programme, you will need the following:
1. A recognised Bachelors degree in the discipline of architecture, with a grade point average of 4.0 or higher in all Level 7 courses; OR
2. A professional qualification in a relevant discipline, recognised as being equivalent to the above.
3. A minimum of 8 credits at NCEA Level 2 in English (4 in reading, 4 in writing)
4. If English is your second language, you are required to have one or more of the following:
- Have achieved NCEA Level 3 and New Zealand University entrance
- Be able to provide evidence you satisfy our criteria for existing English proficiency
For more information please visit the programme website.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 17,237 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 10,491 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 17,237 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 10,491 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Unitec Institute of Technology directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Unitec Institute of Technology
Unitec Institute of Technology
Auckland, New Zealand
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University Profile- Start Date Feb, 2027
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
