MAA 02Master in Advanced Architecture + Thesis Project (2 year programme)
| Study location | Spain, Barcelona |
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| Type | Master, full-time |
| Nominal duration | 20 months (120 ECTS) |
| Study language | English |
| Awards | MAA 02 (Master in Advanced Architecture II) |
| Tuition fee | €28,000 per year IAAC determines tuition fees based on passport fee status. Please make sure to select your citizenship/nationality to display the corresponding tuition fee. Tuitoin fees do not include an enrolment deposit of 3,800€ required to secure your place in the programme after being offered an acceptance. The enrolment deposit is non-refundable. |
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| Application fee | €50 one-time |
| Deposit | €3,800 one-time Non refundable |
| Entry qualification | Bachelor diploma (or higher) The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. You must take verified copies of the entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university. Accepted students whose Bachelor’s degree is not issued in Spanish must 1) legalise and 2) translate their documents before their arrival to Spain. More information will be provided upon acceptance. |
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| Language requirements | English All IAAC activities and academic programmes (with the exception of Maestría en Urbanismo Próximo (MaUP) are conducted in English. Therefore, applicants are expected to be proficient in their use of this language. Applicants do not need to submit an English proficiency certificate for their application. Their language skills will be assessed during the admissions interview. Note: Applicants in possession of an English proficiency certificate are welcomed to submit it as a supporting document (not mandatory). |
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| Other requirements | At least 2 reference(s) should be provided. Applicants must submit two (2) letters of recommendation to apply. Recommendations can come from either academic or professional sources. Applicants may choose from the following options to submit their recommendation letters: 1. Provide referee information: Enter the name and contact information (email) of each referee in the application system. IAAC will send an automated email to the referee to request their recommendation. 2. Upload letters directly: Applicants who already have their recommendation letters may upload them in the designated upload field. A motivation letter must be added to your application. Your letter of intent, or motivation statement should be written in English detailing your motivation and adequacy for the programme you are applying to. Tips: A relevant portfolio is required. A Portfolio showcasing samples of your work in English. Note: Specific requirements for Non-EU applicants: Non-EU citizens who plan to study in Spain for a period of more than three months must apply for an “open”, multiple-entry student visa. This type of visa (Visado de Estudios) is valid for entering the European Union’s Schengen Area for three months from the date of issue. Visa applications are processed by the Spanish consulate(s) in the country of residence of the applicant. We strongly encourage applicants from outside the EU to apply well in advance to allow for sufficient time to process their Spanish student visa. Note: To apply for your student visa, you will need to submit some apostilled or legalised documents. To avoid delays with your visa application, please start researching the required list of documents as soon as possible. |
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Overview
The Master in Advanced Architecture (MAA) revolutionises current architectural approaches by developing novel, decarbonising and inclusive solutions emerging at the intersection of design and digital technologies.
By training professionals to take informed, creative and innovative actions, MAA encourages them to become changemakers and pioneers in the arena of architecture and the built environment.
With a multidisciplinary and multiscalar approach, the programme offers a unique academic structure where students have the flexibility to curate their study agenda based on their interests and career aspirations. By selecting from a range of courses, technologies, and methodologies, students build meaningful proposals that tackle the challenges of architecture today.
Programme structure
Built on “Learning by Doing” and “Design by Research” methodologies, the MAA01 programme fosters critical thinking and creativity. Students are invited to customise their study agenda, selecting courses aligned with their career aspirations, from state-of-the-art technologies to advanced architectural strategies, equipping them to address the most pressing architectural challenges of today.
MAA + Thesis Project (Two-year)
In the extended two-year programme, students have the unique opportunity to build on their MAA studies by developing a Thesis Project (individually or in pairs). The first year of the MAA + Thesis Project mirrors the structure of the MAA programme, consisting of three terms, each three months long.
In the second year, also structured into three terms of three months, students focus on developing a project based on their interests and the knowledge gained during the first year. IAAC guides in selecting thesis topics that align with students’ career goals, pairing each student with a thesis advisor to support their project development.
Alongside the thesis, students participate in seminars designed to further refine their theoretical, practical, and computational skills, ensuring they are well-equipped for future challenges.
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