Master of Architecture Degree Program
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Overview:
The Graduate Program
consists of four semesters of study leading to an accredited Master of
Architecture degree with a focus on sustainability and regional
response. Candidates need to have a five-year Bachelor of Architecture
degree or a four-year degree with an architecture major and completion
of specific prerequisite courses. This degree program has been
accredited since the 1972-73 school year.
1st Semester -
Introductory level: A survey of readings, precedents, studio
projects , and field trips. Addresses fundamental issues of
sustainability in the built environment that result in an architecture
of space and place distinctly regional in character.
2nd Semester - Intermediate level: Continuation at a more
informed level of readings and precedents, studio projects and field
trips. Advances students' understanding of context, design strategies,
and research methods that lead to creating a sustainable regional
architecture. Initial preparations for the Professional Project are
emphasized.
3rd Semester - Advanced Studies I: Application of theory and
practices to a professional project of the individual student's
choosing. A faculty committee will guide the student's progress to
completion of a schematic design that demonstrates a "comprehensive
understanding and integrative capabilities" of the student in creating a
building that is contextually responsive and environmentally responsible
in promoting a sustainable future.
4th Semester - Advanced Studies II: Developing the
professional project to a level of precise technical documentation. The
schematic design completed in the 3rd Semester is further explored
advancing the student's understating of sustainability and regional
response at the level of design development.
Minimum term of study: 2 years
Curriculum: 49 Credit Hours
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Year 1 |
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hours |
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Fall |
Arch 6143 |
Theory of Sustainability |
3 |
| Arch 6133 |
Sustainable Design Analytics |
3 |
| Arch 6156 |
Graduate Studio I |
6 |
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| Total |
|
12
|
|
Spring |
Arch 6243 |
Research Methods |
3 |
| Arch 6233 |
Sustainable Technology |
3 |
| Arch 6256 |
Graduate Studio II |
6 |
|
| Total |
|
12
|
|
Year 2 |
|
hours |
| Fall |
|
Elective in Sustainability |
3 |
|
Free Elective |
3 |
| Arch 5162 |
Professional Practice I |
2 |
| Arch 6356 |
Graduate Studio III |
6 |
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| |
Total |
|
14
|
| Spring |
|
Elective in Sustainability |
3 |
| Arch 5262 |
Professional Practice II |
2 |
| Arch 6456 |
Graduate Studio IV |
6 |
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| Total |
|
11 |
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GPA : |
A minimum
3.0 GPA is required on all graduate and undergraduate level work
used to fulfill the requirement of this degree. |
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Prerequisites: |
The amount
of required prerequisite coursework is based on a review of a
candidate's undergraduate preparation. All NAAB criteria must be met
by either prior coursework or coursework completed at OU. Contact
the graduate
liaison for further information. |
