• The Master of Architecture(M.Arch) is a 3-year degree at the University of British Columbia(UBC).
  • This is a Co-op program which provides the work-experience in dealing with the real-world problem.
  • A complete, accredited curriculum, provides the Canadian Architectural Certification Board (CACB) approved professional standing.
  • This standing is equivalent to the US National Architectural Accreditation Board (NAAB).
  • The student will gain valuable skills in:
    • design and visualization
    • a variety of digital media tools
    • communication and presentations
    • project management and organization
  • Some of the subjects taught in this program are Environmental Systems and Controls I, Architectural Design Studio III, Architectural Technology II, Contemporary Theories in Architecture, Research Methods.
  • In the third year, there will be two projects namely Graduate Project 1 and 2.
  • The university offers well over 100-course support positions every year, from teaching assistantships to researching in faculty-led labs.
  • The alumni of this program are currently working in these roles:
    • community engagement
    • environmental consulting
    • sustainable building consulting
    • construction
    • public art
    • graphic design
  • The average salary of the graduate after getting placed is 76,930 USD.
  • The University of British Columbia ranked as the 45th best university in the world in the QS World University Rankings.