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  • Qualification

    MA - Master of Arts

  • Location

    City Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

Explore architecture, urban design and planning as methods for creative thinking, re-imagining the practices that shape architecture and urban environments. This master’s degree offers highly experimental design approaches to architecture and urban design and has two pathways to choose from: MA Architecture Speculative Futures and MA Architecture Future Cities. As part of this course, you’ll: Conduct practice-based and design-led research Re-imagine new modes of production in architecture, urban design and planning Combine insights from architecture, urban design, ecology, and emerging technologies to respond to complex global issues using innovative interdisciplinary methods Explore speculative and environmentally responsive design to enhance your future design practice Create innovative methodologies by using cutting-edge digital technologies Address current and future challenges through forward-thinking, sustainable, and visionary urban and architectural solutions Reflect on urban and architectural phenomena while investigating relevant theories, histories, cultures and societies Design resilient and environmentally conscious projects that tackle complex global issues Advance your expertise in sustainable architecture and ecological responsibility Develop original, evidence-based design solutions and lead research-driven projects across diverse scales and contexts Engage with urban design and planning challenges to reimagine inclusive, sustainable urban spaces that adapt to future demands (MA Architecture Future Cities) Expand your thinking, pushing the boundaries of conventional architecture while addressing social, cultural, political, economic, environmental and emerging technological challenges (MA Architecture Speculative Futures) Studio learning Through studio tuition, you’ll develop design responses and creative solutions for studio briefs tailored to each pathway, engaging with one-to-one critiques and group discussions. This process aims to encourage interdisciplinary collaborations through peer learning, and critical feedback and feedforward. Specialist facilities You'll have access to a learning environment that includes multimedia studios equipped with computers, pin-up areas and dedicated desk spaces. In addition, you’ll have access to the school 3D Model shop, a 24/7 library and specialist workshops. Guest lectures Our Leeds School of Architecture Open Lecture Series and Symposia bring together some of the most exciting names from the fields of architecture. You’ll also have the opportunity to attend events being held as part of the Leeds School of Arts INSIDE/OUT lecture series. You can attend current talks or catch up on previous lectures by visiting the Leeds Arts Research Centre site.

Tuition fees

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£ 18,440per year

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University information

Leeds Beckett University

Leeds Beckett University

  • University League Table

    86th

  • Campus address

    City Campus, Leeds Beckett University - City Campus, Woodhouse Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 3HE, United Kingdom

LBU is a global university, with alumni in 166 countries worldwide and a thriving Global Village network which welcomes and supports its students.
LBU is based in Leeds, at the heart of the UK. With over 70,000 students from across the world, Leeds is one of the UK’s most student-friendly cities.
Leeds Beckett celebrates the diversity international students bring and offers a range of scholarships to support all eligible students.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    48th out of 58 11

  • Entry standards

    / Max 211
    113 53%

    36th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    84.0 84%

    21st

    13
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.18 79%

    22nd

    17

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