• The course of study allows for interdisciplinary skill-building and new knowledge integration in order to advance design expertise beyond the generalist education of a professional degree. With focused subject matter, the degree develops participants' dexterities in design thinking and entrepreneurial approaches to design practice. Grounded in theory, technical and social science research, the academic program culminates with a supervised independent research project that allows each participant to frame problems relevant to their area concentration.
  • In contrast to the professional Master of Architecture, the Master of Science in Architecture Design and Research is a non-professional, non-terminal degree. Those who hold only the M.S. are not eligible to apply for professional registration.