Program Overview
The Architecture at Unitec Institute of Technology is a Master 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 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 17,157 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 10,111 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Architecture 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
- [\'Design Research Project - Architecture\', \'Enables practising architects to study part-time, learn new techniques, sharpen their design skills and keep abreast of current theory\', \'Focus on practical projects: the degree is "by project", which means that you undertake a project based on an aspect of your architecture practice to date\', \'No coursework\', \'Collaborative approach: the Master of Architecture, together with the Master of Landscape Architecture, is part of a suite of design programmes at Unitec. Students in both programmes get together for seminars and workshops in order to foster collaboration, new ideas and new approaches to interdisciplinary practice.\', \'Interaction with international academics and practitioners\']
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
For this programme, you will need the following:
1. Completed one of the following:
- An undergraduate degree in a discipline relevant to your proposed programme of study, with an average grade of B- or higher in all Level 7 courses
- A postgraduate diploma in a discipline relevant to your proposed programme of study, with an average grade of B- or higher
2. A significant portfolio of professional work which enables us to critically reflect on your prior practice
3. A minimum of 8 credits at NCEA Level 2 in English (4 in reading, 4 in writing)
For more information please visit the programme website.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 17,157 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 10,111 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 17,157 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 10,111 (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
Visit the university profile page to learn more about this institution.
University Profile- Start Date Feb, 2027
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
