Master of Science in Architecture
The Master of Science in Architecture provides a flexible program through which students are immersed in special fields of research and practice related to architecture and the built environment.
For some students, the MS in Architecture is an opportunity to study and work in a professional field closely allied with architecture, following individually tailored curricula, such as Historic Preservation and Urban Design.
For other students, the degree allows for more open exploration of new concepts and methods of design. These include Ecological Practices, Inclusive Design, and Situated Technologies. Students may also custom-design a path of study, under faculty guidance, in interest areas and emerging fields, such as digital design and fabrication, facilities planning, and media arts.
Master of Science in Architecture (MS Arch) Curriculum
Program Requirements (minimum of 48 total credits), including:
- 14 credits of directed research (pre-thesis)
- 7 credits of thesis
- 12 credits of architecture graduate research group seminars
- 15 credits of electives, which may include up to six credits of independent study and up to six credits of electives outside the department
| Semester 1: | ||
| ARC 567 | Directed Research | 7 |
| ARC xxx | Technical Methods | 3 |
| ARC xxx | Intellectual Domain | 3 |
| ARC 616 | Research Methods | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits | 16 | |
| Semester 2: | ||
| ARC 567 | Directed Research | 7 |
| ARC xxx | Intellectual Domain | 3 |
| ARC xxx | Technical Methods | 3 |
| ARC xxx | Elective | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits | 16 | |
| Semester 3: | ||
| ARC 699 | Master’s Thesis | 7 |
| ARC xxx | Elective | 3 |
| ARC xxx | Elective | 3 |
| ARC xxx | Elective | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits | 16 | |
| Total Required Credits | 48 |
Technical Methods Seminars:
Fall Semester
ARC 543 Technical Method- Material Culture
ARC 545 Technical Method- Ecological Practices
ARC 547 Technical Method- Urban Design
ARC 617 Technical Method- Situated Technology
ARC 620 Technical Method- Inclusive Design
Spring Semester
ARC 544 Technical Method- Material Culture
ARC 546 Technical Method- Ecological Practices
ARC 551 Technical Method- Urban Design
ARC 619 Technical Method- Situated Technology
ARC 621 Technical Method- Inclusive Design
Intellectual Domain Seminars:
Fall Semester
ARC 623 Intellectual Domain- Inclusive Design
ARC 625 Intellectual Domain- Situated Technology
ARC 627 Intellectual Domain- Ecological Practices
ARC 629 Intellectual Domain- Urban Design
ARC 632 Intellectual Domain- Material Culture
Spring Semester
ARC 624 Intellectual Domain- Inclusive Design
ARC 626 Intellectual Domain- Situated Technology
ARC 628 Intellectual Domain- Ecological Practices
ARC 630 Intellectual Domain- Urban Design
ARC 633 Intellectual Domain- Material Culture
Full-Time per Semester
| Domestic In-State | Domestic out-of-State | International | |
| Tuition | $5,655.00 | $11,550.00 | $11,550.00 |
| Fees | $1,539.00 | $1,539.00 | $1,539.00 |
| International Student Fee | $ - | $ - | $ 100.00 |
| School Fee | $237.00 | $237.00 | $237.00 |
Further details are available at: http://www.buffalo.edu/studentaccounts/tuition-and-fees.html
Note: tuition and fees are subject to change at any time.
Updated: November 1, 2021
Part-Time per Semester
| (per credit up to 11) | Domestic In-State | Domestic out-of-State | International |
| Tuition | $471.00 | $963.00 | $963.00 |
| Fees | $120.75 | $120.75 | $120.75 |
| Activity Fee (per semester) | $85.00 | $85.00 | $85.00 |
| Transcript fee (per semester) | $5.00 | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| International Student Fee (per semester) | $ - | $ - | $100.00 |
| School Fee (per semester) | $237.00 | $237.00 | $237.00 |
Further details are available at: http://www.buffalo.edu/studentaccounts/tuition-and-fees.html
Note: tuition and fees are subject to change at any time.
Updated: November 1, 2021
New York State Residency Verification Process
Students need not have a background in architecture to be admitted—non-architects are encouraged to apply, as are those with an architecture or design background.
Please note: the MS in Architecture is not accredited and does not lead to licensure. (Students seeking professional licensure should pursue our accredited Master of Architecture degree).
The program consists of 48 credit hours of study, typically completed in three semesters, providing a path to advanced research or specialized practice.
Learn more about opportunities to focus your MS in Architecture
Interested in a Master of Science in Architecture?
Would you like to learn more?
Contact:
Kevin P. Donovan
Director of Graduate Recruitment
129 Hayes Hall
716-829-5224
kpd2@buffalo.edu
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