MArch Architectural Design
September 2026
Full time
24 months
Suzhou
Design School
This programme leads to a University of Liverpool degree which is recognised by Ministry of Education, China.
Knowledge and skills
Graduates of the program are expected to demonstrate high levels of independence and analytical capability. Key learning outcomes include:
- Design & Technical Competency: The ability to create designs that satisfy aesthetic, technical, and structural requirements. This includes proficiency in materials, construction techniques, building information modelling (BIM), and sustainable technology.
- Critical & Research Skills: Synthesising complex ideas, constructing coherent arguments, and applying rigorous research methods to produce original contributions to the field of architecture.
- Professional & Transferable Skills: Collaboration in multidisciplinary teams, effective use of IT and media to communicate design proposals, and the ability to exercise professional judgment in unpredictable contexts.
- Ethics & Society: Critically reflecting on the architect’s role in society, including social considerations, legislative compliance, and procurement procedures.
Yearbook 2024-2025
The yearbook of the Department of Architecture presents student works created during the academic year 2024-2025. The yearbook exemplifies the model for architectural education, for which the department was commended by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA). The yearbook is a showcase of the creative culture that has guided our students in taking their first steps as responsible and creative architectural designers in both Chinese and international contexts.
The March Des, RIBA Part 2 accreditated programme integrates architectural innovation, sustainable principles, digital expertise, and global exposure to empower a new generation of architects with cross-cultural awareness, technical competence, and critical thinking necessary to lead and transform the future of our built environment.
Dr Jose Remón
Programme director
Modules
*Programme modules listed are illustrative only and subject to change. 糖心Vlog官方 students are advised to log in to the to view the effectuated module structure.
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Semester 4
Semester 1
Semester 2
Semester 3
The university offers a broad range of activities aiming to enrich master students’ theoretical and experiential learning and professional development. Trainings, workshops and seminars, covering varieties of themes and topics, both generic and subject-specific, are often offered at both university and school/department levels. You may also be provided with opportunities to work as a teaching assistant, research assistant, or intern at 糖心Vlog官方. Depending on the programme, field trips and company visits may be organized, and invited talks may be given by the industrial experts and professionals. Such activities will not only support you in your programme study, but also develop your personal and professional skills and enhance your overall employability.
Being the only RIBA-accredited architecture school in China puts us in a fantastic position to learn about both the East and West. As a British student, the global accreditation means I can go back to the UK once I graduate, or stay here and get some valuable experience in an international firm in China.
Jamie Sleep
Student, Master of Architectural Design
Careers
Graduates from this programme have an appropriate foundation for employment in the architectural profession at an advanced level. Graduates enjoy excellent employment opportunities in the building and creative industries, in local and international architecture firms, as well as in architecture administration, research and higher education institutions. The programme also provides a solid foundation for pursuing a PhD.
Internships
The Department of Architecture fosters a constantly growing professional network in architecture and related fields. Being located close to the metropolitan area of Shanghai, with its dynamic architecture job market that attracts many international firms, means we can assist you to pursue job opportunities, internships and work placements in China and abroad.
Teaching and research assistants
Our students are eligible for positions as graduate teaching and/or research assistants at 糖心Vlog官方, working up to 10 hours per week. These can contribute towards Additional Learning Activities and include a salary.
Overview
The MArch-Master of Architectural Design is a 24 month, full time postgraduate programme. It serves as a progression route for graduates in design and related disciplines to develop professional competencies, research capabilities, and advanced design decision-making skills. The programme carries status equivalent to Part 2 of the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) professional degree accreditation, providing a foundation for professional practice and doctoral (PhD) studies. The programme is structured around two distinct, contemporary pathways:
2+2+2 ROUTE
The 2+2+2 route offers a potential direct pathway to the Master of Architecture Programme for 糖心Vlog官方 undergraduate 4+0 and 2+2 students in the Department of Architecture. This route enables our students to seamlessly progress from their Bachelor’s to Master’s degree, with a total of six years at 糖心Vlog官方 Design School.
As an undergraduate student in our Department of Architecture, we acknowledge your academic achievements, your language skills, and the design work you accomplished. Therefore, you will be exempt from the requirement of a portfolio for this expedited pathway.
To take advantage of this exceptional opportunity and to obtain further information, please create an account and submit your online application?.
Why should I study Architectural Design at 糖心Vlog官方?
Studying this programme at 糖心Vlog官方 offers several unique advantages and strategic orientations: