Master of Arts [M.A] (Architectural Design)
STEM Course
1 year
Full Time
On Campus
Ranked #126 out of 601 by THE Global Ranking 2025
$48,840 /Yr
£37,000 /Yr
- The Cardiff University MA Architectural Design (MA AD) program is a one-year, full-time postgraduate course designed for students seeking a comprehensive and engaging experience in architectural design with a strong emphasis on the relationship between design and research
- The MA AD program is housed within the welsh school of architecture, known as one of the top schools of architecture in the UK
- This program provides you with a unique opportunity to learn from internationally renowned and award-winning design-led practitioners and researchers
- In this program you have opportunity to learn from internationally renowned and award-winning design-led practitioners and researchers
- The program aims to equip you with the skills to become sophisticated design-research thinkers and practitioners
- The 30-credit module focusing on analyzing architectural precedent, providing a foundation for understanding historical and contemporary design contexts
- You have the flexibility to choose from a range of subjects based on the research interests of the staff, providing a well-rounded and customizable learning experience
- The program offers innovative optional modules that allow you to delve into cutting-edge topics aligned with their interests
- At the end of the program, you are expected to generate complex design proposals that demonstrate understanding of current architectural issues, originality in applying subject knowledge, and the ability to test new hypotheses
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Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | $48840 (GBP 37000) |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Living Expenses | $19800 (GBP 15000) |
| Total Cost | $19800 (GBP 15000) |
Important Dates
Applications normally close at the end of August but may close sooner if all places are filled.
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Arts 126 out of 601 in Global Ranking
( #21 out of 79 in UK 2025)
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( #26 out of 56 in UK 2025)
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Career and Placement after Course
Finishing the MA in Architectural Design program at Cardiff University will put you on track for career success in various roles:
- Urban Designer
- Sustainability Consultant
- CAD Specialist
- Architectural Designer
- Researcher in Architecture
- BIM Coordinator
- Heritage Conservation Specialist, etc.
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Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| VueVille Future Technology Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 1,320/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Bharat Petroleum Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Forktip Women’s- Innovation Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| India Postgraduate Taught Master’s Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 4,693/Yr$3,555 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeCollege-Specific | |
| Axol Science Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 2,640/Yr$2,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCompany-Sponsored | |
| Leo Murray Entrepreneurship Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 18,480/Yr$14,000 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeCollege-Specific |











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