Master of Architectural Science–MArchSc 180 points Qualification regulations

1. (a) Before enrolment, a candidate for the MArchSc degree shall have:

(i) completed a BBSc, BConst, or BAS degree or an equivalent qualification, with an average grade of at least B; and

(ii) been accepted by the head of school as capable of proceeding with the proposed course of study.

(b) Requirement (a)(i) may be waived by the Associate Dean (Students) of the Faculty of Architecture and Design Innovation for a candidate who has practical, professional, or scholarly experience that provides equivalent preparation

2. (a) The course of study for the MArchSc shall consist of courses worth at least 180 points, including:

Part 1: BILD 491 and 105 further points from 400-level BILD courses or, with approval of the programme director, 400-level SARC courses

Part 2: BILD 581 or 582.

(b) Entry to Part 2 requires completion of Part 1 with at least a B average, or permission of the head of school.

(c) With the permission of the associate dean, a candidate who has completed a relevant Honours degree, or equivalent qualification at an appropriate standard, may be exempt up to 60 points of the required courses at 400 level.

3. A candidate shall normally be enrolled for at least three trimesters, and complete the degree within three years of first enrolling. The associate dean may extend the maximum period in special cases.

4. A candidate shall meet the requirements for one subject as listed below.

Project Management (BILD): BILD 411, BILD 421 and at least 60 points from BILD 451, BILD 452, BILD 460, BILD 462, BILD 463

Sustainable Engineering Systems (SSEG): BILD 411, BILD 421, BILD 422, BILD 423 and 431

6. The MArchSc may be awarded with Distinction or Merit as described in the Assessment Handbook.