Master of Science in Architecture

The Master of Science degree, first offered in 1984, is intended for individuals with an undergraduate professional degree in architecture who wish to pursue a self-directed program of study at the advanced level. It enables students to gain a greater understanding of the relationship between the discipline and the profession. A total of ten approved courses are required, including one course in Architectural Theory and an individually directed selection of electives from the Master of Architecture program, and a qualifying exam. This degree is normally completed in one calendar year. Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in architecture.

Applicants for the M.S. must submit a portfolio of their work and a sample of their writing (in English) along with the standard application materials.

M.S. DEGREE CURRICULUM (Total Course Units: 10)

Fall	ARCH 811	Architectural Research	1
		Elective I	1
		Elective II	1
		Elective III	1
Spring	ARCH 812	Field Research	1
		Elective IV	1
		Elective V	1
		Elective VI	1
Summer		Research Report	2
		Total Course Units:	10

Dr. David Leatherbarrow
Professor of Architecture
Chair, Graduate Group in Architecture
leatherb@pobox.upenn.edu