Architecture M.S.
Program description
The School of Architecture offers four distinct master of science in architecture degrees:
1) MS in architecture, sustainable design track (plan A or B);
2) MS in architecture, heritage conservation and preservation track (plan A or B);
3) MS in architecture, metropolitan design track (plan A, B, or C); and,
4) MS in architecture, research practices (plan C only).
Each of the above has its own unique application requirements, prerequisites, and curriculum structure. Prospective applicants are encouraged to consult the degree programs section of the School of Architecture website for additional information: https://design.umn.edu/academics/programs/about-architecture. Students who successfully complete the a master of science in architecture degree are eligible to receive 936 hours of IDP creditthat is 17% of the 5,600 hours of mandatory internship for registration as an architect. To receive the IDP credit, the MS degree must be earned after receiving the M.Arch degree. The MS metropolitan design track requires summer semester coursework. The other three MS tracks do not require summer semester work.
1) MS in architecture, sustainable design track (plan A or B);
2) MS in architecture, heritage conservation and preservation track (plan A or B);
3) MS in architecture, metropolitan design track (plan A, B, or C); and,
4) MS in architecture, research practices (plan C only).
Each of the above has its own unique application requirements, prerequisites, and curriculum structure. Prospective applicants are encouraged to consult the degree programs section of the School of Architecture website for additional information: https://design.umn.edu/academics/programs/about-architecture. Students who successfully complete the a master of science in architecture degree are eligible to receive 936 hours of IDP creditthat is 17% of the 5,600 hours of mandatory internship for registration as an architect. To receive the IDP credit, the MS degree must be earned after receiving the M.Arch degree. The MS metropolitan design track requires summer semester coursework. The other three MS tracks do not require summer semester work.