- Master of Arts
Architecture
In our master’s programme in Architecture, you will develop a comprehensive understanding of architecture and planning, including socially sustainable values and approaches.
This degree programme:
- affords you the time and space you need to develop your own architectural and social philosophies;
- expands your specialist knowledge in the ‘Architecture & Wood’ and ‘Architecture & Areal’ focus areas;
- provides you with additional skills in conceptual and constructive design;
- broadens your horizons by providing access to applied research and innovative practices;
- grants you access to our programmes in wood, and the research and training topics they cover;
- allows you to select the topic of your master’s thesis and position yourself for your future as an architect;
- positions you for freelance work or leading roles in the construction industry;
- is offered in cooperation with HES-SO Fribourg and HES-SO Geneva.
Video on the master thesis in architecture (in German)
Factsheet
- Title/Degree Master of Arts (MA) in Architecture
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Specialisations
Architecture & Wood – Constructive design with renewable resources
Architecture & Areal – Conceptual design in constructed space -
Mode of study
Full-time (4 semesters)
Part-time (7 semesters) -
Start date
Autumn: Calendar week 38
Spring: Calendar week 8 -
Application deadline
Autumn semester: 31 May
Spring semester: 31 October
- ECTS credits 120 ECTS credits
- Teaching language German, courses at HES-SO conducted in English and French
- Location Biel City Lab
- School School of Architecture, Wood and Civil Engineering
This degree programme is offered in German. For detailed information, go to the German page.