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Architecture Building 202 The SchoolDirector of the School: Marco Frascari The School of Architecture offers programs of study and research leading to the Master of Architecture Professional degree and a specialized Master of Architecture Post-professional degree. M.Arch. ProfessionalThe Master of Architecture Professional degree is awarded upon the successful completion of a full two-year program of studies. The program is studio-based with a strong theoretical focus, culminating in a two-credit thesis (ARCS 5909 or ARCN 5909). The thesis is expected to include both a written text and a design component with appropriate modes of two and three-dimensional representation, including digital. It is expected that students will take a minimum of two terms to complete their thesis requirement. Final thesis documentation must satisfy the requirements established by the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research. The Canadian Architectural Certification Board (CACB) recognizes this degree as an academic prerequisite for registration in the Intern Architect Program. Further information on professional registration can be obtained from the CACB or from one of the provincial associations. Qualifying-Year ProgramCandidates with deficiencies in certain areas according to CACB requirements may be required to take additional prescribed courses as prerequisites to their graduate work. Applicants who do not possess an equivalent B.A.S. degree (see below) may be admitted to a qualifying-year program, normally consisting of 5.0 credits at the 4000-level. All courses must be approved by the Graduate Admissions Committee of the School in consultation with the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research. (See General Regulations Section 2.3, 'Completion of the Qualifying Year', for more details.) Completion of the Qualifying Year is not a guarantee of admission to the M.Arch.Professional or Post-Professional Program. Re-application to the M. Arch. program is required. M.Arch. Post-ProfessionalTheoretical Issues in Architecture, Culture, and Technology The Master of Architecture Post-Professional degree is a specialized program with three terms of course work followed by a 2.0-credit thesis that allows students with a professional degree in architecture or equivalent to pursue advanced research at a graduate level. The program is research oriented and culminates with the completion of a thesis. Inter-departmental collaborations are encouraged. Thesis proposals are developed under the tutelage of a prospective thesis supervisor and are expected to address issues of architecture and cultural diversity and/or design and technology outlined below. The thesis is expected to include a written text and appropriate modes of two and three-dimensional representation, including digital. Final thesis documentation must satisfy the requirements established by the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research. Please note that the M.Arch. Post-Professional degree is not recognized by the Canadian Architectural Certification Board as an academic prerequisite for professional certification. Students wishing to pursue professional studies in architecture are referred to the Professional M.Arch. discussed above. Research in the Post-Professional M.Arch. is organized around two areas of inquiry: 1. Architecture and Cultural Diversity 'Architecture and Cultural Diversity' is concerned with the patterns and interrelationships of cultural issues and processes as they are manifest in built form and as they inform architectural design. For specific areas of faculty research, please consult the School's Web site. The positioning of these research topics within the broader discourse on the history and theory of architecture is the subject of two core seminars offered consecutively in the fall and winter terms of the first year. The core seminars are supplemented with studies in cultural and architectural history and theory. 2. Design and Technology 'Design and Technology' is concerned with the practical and philosophical determinations of technology upon the design and production of real and virtual environments. This area of the program addresses the need to engage technically-advanced tools in design studies and to bring design expertise to bear on such issues as new media, advanced visualization and simulation technologies, software and interface design, building and manufacturing technologies, and sustainability in urban and architectural design. Research is conducted through traditional and technological modes of inquiry and production as it relates to architecture and related cultural practices. For specific areas of faculty research, please consult the School's Web site. The positioning of these research topics within the broader discourse on the history and theory of architecture is the subject of two core seminars offered consecutively in the Fall and Winter terms of the first year. The core seminars are supplemented with studies in cultural and architectural history and theory, technically advanced media and practices, building technologies, and related disciplines. Qualifying-Year ProgramCandidates with deficiencies in certain areas may be required to take additional prescribed courses as prerequisites to their graduate work. Applicants who do not possess a professional degree in Architecture may be admitted to a qualifying-year program, normally consisting of 5.0 credits at the 4000-level. All courses must be approved by the Graduate Admissions Committee of the School in consultation with the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research. (See General Regulations Section 2.3, 'Completion of the Qualifying Year', for more details.) Completion of the Qualifying Year is not a guarantee of admission to the M.Arch. Professional or Post-Professional Program, and re-application to the program is required. Admission RequirementsM.Arch. Professional Students may be admitted to the M.Arch. Professional Program following the successful completion of the Bachelor of Architectural Studies (see Undergraduate Calendar). All applicants are expected to have maintained a minimum academic average of B- in their undergraduate studies. In addition to these academic credentials, applicants must submit for review two examples of academic writing and a portfolio of their most recent studio work demonstrating facility in architectural design and methods of representation. Professional experience may be taken into consideration. Where applicants do not hold a B.A.S., but hold a four-year undergraduate degree with a concentration in architecture, equivalence may be considered on the basis of a demonstrated, exceptional design ability and high academic standing (B+ minimum average). Applicants are required to submit a complete portfolio of their most recent artistic and design work produced during their undergraduate studies and two examples of academic writing. Professional experience may also be taken into consideration. A Qualifying Year may be required (see above). When professional work is included as part of an applicant's portfolio, a precise description of the applicant's involvement and responsibilities in the completion of the project must be included. All applicants must provide two confidential letters of reference on the prescribed forms and a statement of academic and professional objectives. The Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research requires applicants whose native tongue is not English to be tested for proficiency in English, as described in Section 3.6 of the General Regulations of this Calendar. Note, however, that students with a TOEFL score below 600 will not be considered for admission to the M.Arch. Professional. An admissions committee, which includes the supervisor of graduate studies, will determine the merits of each candidate on the basis of academic record, evidence of visual and architectural design ability, and, where applicable, professional experience. Enrolment is limited. The School's admission policy is governed by the availability of graduate student space. Possession of the minimum academic admission requirement does not, in itself, guarantee admission. The application deadline for all students is February 1, with admission in the fall term. Applications are not accepted for admission in the winter or summer term. Part-time studies are not permitted. Deferrals are not permitted. M.Arch. Post-Professional Students are admitted to the post-professional stream of the M.Arch. program on the basis of a first professional degree in architecture. Students are expected to have maintained a minimum academic average of B-. In addition to these academic credentials, applicants must submit for review two examples of academic writing and a portfolio of creative work demonstrating facility in architectural design and methods of representation. Professional experience may also be taken into consideration. Where applicants do not hold a professional degree in architecture but possess either a professional degree in a related design discipline or an Honours B.A. in Fine Arts or the Humanities, equivalence will be considered on the basis of a demonstrated, exceptional design ability and a high academic standing (B+ minimum average). Applicants are required to submit a complete portfolio of artistic and design work produced during their undergraduate education and two examples of academic writing. Professional experience may also be taken into consideration. All applicants must provide two confidential letters of reference on the prescribed forms and a statement of academic and professional objectives. An admissions committee, which includes the supervisor of graduate studies, will determine the merits of each candidate on the basis of academic record, evidence of visual and architectural design ability, and, where applicable, professional experience. Enrolment is limited. The School's admission policy is governed by the availability of graduate space. Possession of the minimum admission requirements does not, in itself, guarantee acceptance. The Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research requires applicants whose native tongue is not English to be tested for proficiency in English, as described in Section 3.6 of the general regulations. Note, however, that students with a TOEFL score below 600 will not be considered for admission to the Post-Professional M.Arch. The application deadline for all students is February 1, with admission in the fall term. Applications are not accepted for admission in the winter or summer term. Part-time studies are not permitted. Deferrals are not permitted. Program RequirementsM.Arch. Professional General requirements:
A list of approved electives is available from the Program Administrator at the School of Architecture. The Associate Director (Graduate Programs) must approve all non-core courses. Specific requirements: Year 1 Winter Term Year 2 Winter Term __________________ M.Arch. Post-Professional 1. Architecture and Cultural Diversity General requirements:
A list of approved electives is available from the Graduate Administrator at the School of Architecture. All non-core courses must be approved by the Associate Director (Graduate Studies). Specific requirements:
The program is normally completed in six consecutive terms of full-time study. 2. Design and Technology General requirements:
A list of approved electives is available from the Program Administrator at the School of Architecture. The Supervisor of Graduate Studies must approve all non-core courses. Specific requirements:
The program is normally completed in six consecutive terms of full-time study. Academic RegulationsSee the General Regulations section of this Calendar. Architecture does not permit the C+ option as stipulated in Section 11.2 of the General Regulations. Graduate CoursesNot all of the following courses are offered in a given year. For an up-to-date statement of course offerings and to determine the term of offering, consult the class schedule at central.carleton.ca Qualified students in other departments may, with permission of the School, enrol in ARCH 5001, ARCH 5002, ARCH 5003, ARCC 5001, ARCC 5002, ARCN 5101 and ARCN 5102.
Other Course OfferingsThe School offers graduate-level courses that can be used towards degree programs in the Faculty of Engineering, the School of Canadian Studies, and the Faculty of Public Affairs and Management at Carleton University. In addition, there is an understanding with the Faculty of Environmental Studies at York University, the Centre for Building Studies at Concordia University, and the Faculté de l'Aménagement at the Université de Montréal, recognizing graduate course work undertaken at Carleton University's School of Architecture. Members of the School may also supervise graduate research at these institutions. Faculty interest and expertise lie in the following areas: History and Theory of Architecture Architecture and Society Architecture and Technology Architecture and the City Computer-Aided Design and Management Architecture and Morphology Design/Build The following courses are available to students from other departments who hold an honours degree or equivalent in a related academic discipline. Permission of the School is required for registration.
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