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Architecture

University of British Columbia
Information last verified July 2026
Tuition CAD 21,413 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 5,280 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree Master
Duration 36 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Vancouver, Canada
Language English

Program Overview

The Architecture at University of British Columbia is a Master programme in Architecture & Urban Planning over 36 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 Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 36 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 7
  5. Tuition: CAD 21,413 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 5,280 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  6. Location: Vancouver, Canada

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Architecture programme are prepared for diverse careers in architecture & urban planning:

  1. Architect
  2. Urban Planner
  3. Landscape Designer
  4. Sustainability Consultant
  5. Real Estate Developer
  6. Heritage Consultant

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Architectural Design Studio
  2. Introductory Workshop
  3. Architectural History
  4. Architectural Structures
  5. Design Media
  6. Environmental Systems and Controls
  7. Architectural Technology
  8. Contemporary Theories in Architecture

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Applicants to the MArch program must hold a degree in almost any discipline [BA, BSc, BFA, BASc, etc.] that is academically equivalent to a UBC four-year Bachelor\'s degree.

English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

CAD 21,413 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 5,280 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: CAD 21,413 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 5,280 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 7

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University of British Columbia 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 University of British Columbia

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University of British Columbia

Vancouver, Canada

public research university in British Columbia, Canada

University Profile
  • Language English
  • Duration 36 months