Institute of Graduate Studies and Research

Architecture (MArch)

Duration 2 Years
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About the Program

The Master in Architecture (M.Arch.) program provides students with a wide perspective by encouraging them to specialize in various areas of architecture. Students gain the required experience of understanding details by evaluating it systematically through the means of different research methods and techniques. Through a number of core and elective courses, students develop their written and spoken skills, sensitivity and understanding by discussing architectural focus within a well-disciplined approach. The program trains students to become self-confident and independent-minded so that they can pursue a successful professional life.

The medium of instruction for the the Master in Architecture (M.Arch.) program is English and a thesis must be submitted for the successful completion of the program. Graduate Studio I and Graduate Studio II are the core courses with other courses being elective. Students must take seven courses, seminar and prepare a thesis.

Education Opportunities

Department of Architecture, within the Institute of Graduate Studies and Research, has different qualities regarding the relationship of educational context and scientific fields, the criteria for student acceptance and the institutional framework of the profession. Master in Architecture (M.Arch.) program, considering the multidisciplinary structure of architecture, includes the fields of architectural theory and methods, conservation and restoration, environmental design and technology.

There are 24 full-time, 12 part-time instructors and 4 research assistants in the Department of Architecture, Faculty of Fine Arts Design and Architecture. Considering the development and academic progress of the young academic staff, and ongoing accreditation processes; the Department of Architecture supports the education and research programs at postgraduate level including projects for the public that reflect societal, environmental, cultural and technical dimensions.

CIU Architecture Program

Career Areas

Architects have an extensive field of work as they graduate from the Department of Architecture capable of working with different design disciplines. Graduates of this department can work as freelance architects or as in-house architects in an architectural office; open their own architectural design office; take part in industrial or design process related to technology for the development and production of construction materials; or concentrate on the urban environment. They also have the opportunity to work in research and education as academics.

An architect can have a successful career by making accurate use of human relations and psychology at all stages of their create process. Many architects have achieved successful professions in different fields such as literature, media, cinema, music, industry and entrepreneurship with their original perspective and creativity developed through architectural education.

Contact

Institute of Graduate Studies and Research
Graduate Sciences and Education Center, GE106
Tel: +90 392 671 1111 Extension: 2776
Institute E-mail: ciu-institute@ciu.edu.tr

Compulsory modules

First Semester
ELECTIVE

Course code

ARCH5X1

Credit

3

Theoretical

3

Practical

0

Ects

ELECTIVE

Course code

ARCH5X2

Credit

3

Theoretical

3

Practical

0

Ects

ELECTIVE

Course code

ARCH5X3

Credit

3

Theoretical

3

Practical

0

Ects

ELECTIVE

Course code

ARCH5X4

Credit

3

Theoretical

3

Practical

0

Ects

ELECTIVE

Course code

ARCH5X5

Credit

3

Theoretical

3

Practical

0

Ects

Second Semester
THESIS

Course code

ARCH500

Credit

0

Theoretical

0

Practical

0

Ects

0
Master thesis refers supervised independent research on a topic arranged between the student and faculty member who is assigned as supervisor and approved by the Institute. Graduate students should show their competency in the profession by making the necessary research and writing a research report under the guidance of their supervisor. The student will be responsible to read the recommended readings and to make the research related with the topic. After mutual discussions and critics the student will finalize the thesis. The dissertation must be an original contribution to the field of Architecture, enhancing analytical thinking and developing a systematic approach to the research problem. The research may have qualitative, quantitative or mixed design of research methods.
GRADUATE STUDIO I

Course code

ARCH501

Credit

3

Theoretical

2

Practical

2

Ects

10
The studio focuses on the development of a single architectural project over the duration of the semester which also deals with the contemporary cultural, environmental, technical, social and political contexts. The course aims to enable the research students to reach and understand the available environmental evaluation tools of buildings in terms of sustainable building design; and to develop an evaluation skill to measure the environmental performance of their architectural design. The studio suggests a critical approach towards design. It is planned to provide the necessary knowledge and skills to deal with specific design problems, particularly related to the understanding of space, materials and detailing, through lectures, site trips and studio work. The course approaches design as an iterative process including reading, research, critical thinking and presenting.
GRADUATE STUDIO II

Course code

ARCH502

Credit

3

Theoretical

2

Practical

2

Ects

10
The studio focuses on the development of a single architectural project over the duration of the semester alongside studying different case studies. The students are expected to conduct their own research in the studio under the supervision of the instructors where they analyse, test and criticize these particular case studies. These studies may be structured around different theoretical concepts or typologies. The studio is supported by theoretical readings and/or individual research. The students are expected to approach critically towards the relationship between form and the program. Projects in the studio can be in various scales and sites. It may include different project briefs, and complexities. They should ponder on spatial and experiential quality, technical proficiency, and conceptual basis, as well as the aesthetic and ethical qualities.
SEMINAR

Course code

ARCH590

Credit

0

Theoretical

0

Practical

0

Ects

5
The aim of this major area unit is to develop students' systematic and methodological capability of architectural academic research, improve their ability to research, investigate, evaluate, interpret and synthesize theoretical knowledge and/or practical works independently and unconventionally, and to discuss and present their ideas academically. Graduate seminar gives an opportunity for independent study in various aspects of the research. Small group discussion and critique sessions with faculty supervisors and students are provided. Seminar focuses on dissertation, data collection, programming, building, site selection, design development, documentation and presentation. The course includes the expression of the topic, the discussion on the related theoretical and practical issues, presentation of the consequences, the discussion of seminar subjects of each students with their supervisors.

Optional modules

Students who are interested in pursuing advanced graduate studies leading to a master’s, doctoral degree, or professional doctorate degree for the Fall and Spring semesters every year. Applicants can directly apply online to our graduate programs using the application portal.

TR Applicants- Required documents:

  • Bachelor’s Degree Diploma
  • Bachelor’s Degree transcripts for each completed academic term/year.
  • Valid ALES result document (must not exceed 5 years),
  • Documents to prove English proficiency for English language departments,
  • Scanned copy of passport or identity card.

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TRNC Applicants- Required documents:

  • Bachelor’s Degree Diploma
  • Bachelor’s Degree transcripts for each completed academic term/year.
  • Documents to prove English proficiency for English language departments,
  • Scanned copy of passport or identity card.

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Students who are interested in pursuing advanced graduate studies leading to a master’s, doctoral degree, or professional doctorate degree for the Fall and Spring semesters every year. Applicants can directly apply online to our graduate programs using the application portal.

International Applicants- Required documents;

  • Bachelor’s Degree Diploma
  • Bachelor’s Degree transcripts for each completed academic term/year.
  • Evidence of English Language competence: TOEFL (65 IBT) or IELTS (5.5). Students without these documents will take the CIU English proficiency exam on campus following arrival.
  • Scanned copy of international passport/birth certificate
  • CV
  • Fully completed and signed CIU Rules and Regulations document (which can be downloaded during the online application)

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Fee pe​r course     € 350,00
Fee for thesis     € 1.050,00
Fee for seminar     € 120,00 
Scientific Foundation per course     € 150,00
Annual Registration Fee € 295,00    
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