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  • Qualification

    MA - Master of Arts

  • Location

    Docklands Campus.

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    14-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

The MA in Architecture and Urbanism builds upon UEL's legacy of world-leading form generation through computational design explored through the work of the University's late senior lecturer, Paul Coates. This involves using parametric and object-oriented design methodologies seamlessly with rapid manufacturing and visualisation techniques available within the school.Whether you want to expand your field of expertise or deepen it, this unique one-year course will enrich your knowledge and enhance your career in the fields of computational design, design for digital and robotic construction, or urban design.The course is aimed at architecture graduates wishing to specialize in advanced digital design processes, and at those within the 'built environment' - such as planners, engineers, or designers.The Masters is structured in three terms which will explore a holistic approach to digital architecture and urban design following the "systemic design" paradigm which uses advanced methods of concept generation, context analysis, programmatic control, and performance assessment to achieve a high level of multidisciplinary design coordination.You will explore digital design as a collaborative journey, learning how to control inter-disciplinary dynamics that are occurring in contemporary architectural practices and are the key to a successful design. Advanced 3D software and BIM processes will be taught and implemented as the backbone of the research.The course will be led by Dr Fulvio Wirz, MA Programme leader at UEL and former Associate at Zaha Hadid Architects with Barbara Zandavali (MArch at the Barlett School of Architecture) who will provide specialized support on digital fabrication processes.This course is ideal if you are a practitioner or recent graduate wishing to diversify your knowledge of built environment disciplines. It will:Help you shift your architectural practice into a new field or direction.Give you a better understanding of contemporary practice within European and global contexts and help you develop your critical design or writing and thinking skills.Offer you specialised expertise that could help to take your career in an upward, and perhaps different, direction.

Tuition fees

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£ 17,220per year

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University information

University of East London

  • University League Table

    126th

  • Campus address

    University of East London, University Way, London, Greater London, E16 2RD, United Kingdom

One of the few universities in London with on-campus accommodation. Accommodation boasts beautiful waterfront views, and each student gets their own en suite.
Diversity and inclusion are at the core of the University of East London. UEL is home to more than 40,000 students representing over 160 nationalities.
Location. London offers great cultural richness, including world-class museums and art galleries, and career opportunities across all industries.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    44th out of 55 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 214
    117 55%

    44th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    78.0 78%

    42nd

    7
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.34 83%

    4th

    6

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