Cardiff University M.A. Architectural Design Fees, Eligibility, Admission & Deadlines

Cardiff, WalesLocation
UniversitySchool type
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24245enrollment
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Master of Arts [M.A] (Architectural Design)

1 year
Full Time
On Campus

Field of Study

Ranked #187 out of 1502 by THE Global Ranking 2023

$39,758 /Yr

£29,450 /Yr
1 Students Applied
1 Students Admitted

Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees$39758 (GBP 29450)

Other Expenses

HeadAvg Cost Per Year
Living Expenses$20250 (GBP 15000)
Total Cost$20250 (GBP 15000)

Per Credit Cost: £163

Previous Year Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
2021$40154 (GBP 29744)

Important Dates

Applications are normally closed by August, but students should apply as early as possible.

EventApplication Date
Start Date for September 2025 Intake Sep 22, 2025
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The M.A. Architectural Design program at Cardiff University is a One-year program. The M.A. Architectural Design tuition fee 2025 at Cardiff University is £29,450(INR 32,61,873). The Previous year's fees for this course in 2024 were £25,450(INR 28,18,834). The Application Deadline for this program is on a first-come, first-served basis. Students must submit a deposit of £2,500. Students are eligible for the Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship, which provides up to £10,000 in course fees.

The M.A. Architectural Design program at Cardiff University consists of the following modules:

Year Core Modules Elective Modules (Selections Vary)
Year 1
  • Architectural Design and Research
  • Analysis of Precedent
  • Design Thesis (Dissertation)
  • Enclosures in Environmental Building Design
  • Low-Carbon Buildings
  • Climate Comfort and Energy
  • The Conservator's Role
  • Tools of Interpretation
  • Design Tools: Methods of Repair
  • Architectural Technology 3A
  • Computational Form Finding

Scores Required

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

90 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

69 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE

180

ECTS Credits


Ranking

202520242023202220212020201920182017

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Arts 126 out of 601 in Global Ranking
( #21 out of 79 in UK 2025)

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Arts 151 out of 553 in Global Ranking
( #26 out of 56 in UK 2025)

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TOP Scholarships

Scholarship nameAward amountEligibility
Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship£3,500 - £10,000All Admitted Students


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