Course Highlights

MArch -Architecture and Sustainable Design is a 1-year full-time, Master level course & here are the top reasons to go for this course:

1. MArch-Architecture and Sustainable Design programme will equip you with the necessary skills to integrate environmental design principles from an early stage in the design process, enabling you to deliver truly sustainable buildings
2. It is intended primarily for postgraduate students and practitioners in architecture and the building industry who wish to broaden their knowledge in sustainable building design, and the application of environmental design principles and practice in architectural projects.
3. The University has strong links with architectural practices and environmental design consultants and strong collaborative links with professional organizations and international institutions
4. The Guardian University Guide has rated this school as the ‘Top 5 Best Architecture schools’ in the UK (source -The Guardian University Guide 2021)
5. Architects Journal has ranked it as the 3rd best architecture school in the UK. (Source- Architects Journal (2020)
6. Related research has been published in conferences, trade magazines and academic journals
7. It is also beneficial for individuals who wish to pursue research careers in sustainable design related areas.

Course Eligibility

Let’s have a look at the Key Eligibility Requirements for MArch -Architecture and Sustainable Design:

• Class 12: NA
• Bachelors: A 2.1 (or international equivalent) in relevant subject.
• Minimum required percentage >60%,
• Usually qualifying students have an average score of 60% to 70% , factors like University background are also taken into account.

• Students with relevant experience are also strongly encouraged to apply
• Applicants to all MArch programmes are required to submit a portfolio of their design work with their application. The portfolio enables the University to see that you have some of the core skills required to be successful on a MArch course and to see the range of skills and types of projects that you have completed in your undergraduate degree.

English Language Requirements:

• IELTS: 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in each component
• Other English Tests accepted as well eg. PTE , TOEFL IBT, NCUK English Test; waivers may be applicable case by case

Course Fees

Let’s look at the Course fee & other related expenses 

Tuition Fee – £22,000

Overall Living Expense –£1015 (UKVI living expense requirement)

(The Above is for one year, is subject to change)

You should be able to access most of the books you’ll need through our libraries, though you may wish to purchase your own copies or more specific titles which could cost up to £100 per year.

In addition to this you may spend up to £50 per on printing and up to £50 on model making and drawing equipment. Please note that these figures are approximate and subject to change.

Career Prospects

Let me take you through the career opportunities with this unique course at Nottingham:

1. The University of Nottingham is consistently named as one of the most targeted universities by Britain’s leading graduate employers, according to The Graduate Market - 2013-2017, High Fliers Research, and can offer you a head-start when it comes to your career.
2. Most of the MArch Environmental Design course graduates are employed in architectural practices, environmental consultancies or universities across the world
3. The University organizes short placements within the UK immediately after the submission of your dissertation and before graduation. This offers you a change to practice your new skills resolving a real challenge. Often, they are related to one of the real-life projects you engaged with.

Key Learnings

Hey, the MArch Architecture and Sustainable Design from The University of Nottingham will help you in developing many essential skills.

1. The course builds on a unique project-based approach and focuses on the role of the architect as the designer with specialized sustainable design knowledge and skills.
2. It is a design-based master’s degree that provides advanced training in integrated environmental design and sustainability
3. This course emphasizes on problem solving, where technical and theoretical knowledge are integrated into design projects, and a unique learning method in environmental design education.
4. Studio project briefs are based as much as possible on real-life projects, and participation in national or international competitions will be supported. Students will also be encouraged to present their work in national or international conferences and events.
5. Expert staff will offer dissertation topic choices, but you can also able to choose a topic of your interest in the context that is most relevant to you, to develop your knowledge in integrated environmental design and sustainable architecture

Study Benefits

1. MArch Architecture and Sustainable Design programme deals with the application of the theoretical and technological aspects of environmental design and sustainable architecture in equal measures in creative studio design projects.
2. You will be studying at the University Park Campus that covers over 300 acres with green spaces, wildlife, period buildings and modern facilities.
3. It is one of the UK's most beautiful and sustainable campuses, winning a national Green Flag award every year since 2003.
4. You will have access to libraries, shops, cafes, the Students’ Union, sports village and a health center

Core Modules

• Masters Design Project -1
• Matsters Design Project -2
• Advanced Susainable Design
• Case Study Project
• Research and Professional Skills, Tools and Methods
• Architecture & Built Environment Dissertation

Optional Modules

• Urban Design Theory
• Principles of Renewable and Energy Efficient Technologies
• Sustainable Cities

Scholarships

University of Nottingham offers exciting Scholarship opportunities for Indian & International Students:

1. Developing Solutions Masters Scholarship 2022 - Developing Solutions Masters Scholarship is a Tuition fee scholarship of 50% or 100% for outstanding students who live in Africa, India and selected Commonwealth countries. And here are the details- Application deadline: Friday 21 May 2022- There are 105 scholarships covering 50% or 100% of full-time masters tuition fees. These are available for high-achieving international students who live in Africa, India or selected Commonwealth countries.

To apply for this scholarship, you must:

• be domiciled in Africa, India or selected commonwealth countries
• be classed as an overseas student for fee purposes
• hold an offer to start a full-time masters (including MRes) in any subject area at the University of Nottingham UK in September 2021, within the Faculty of Engineering, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Faculty of Science or Faculty of Social Sciences

2. South Asia Postgraduate Excellence Award 2022- South Asia Postgraduate Excellence Award is a competitive award of tuition fee scholarship of up to 12,500 pounds for outstanding students applying for masters courses in the Faculty of Engineering who live in specific South Asian countries

And here are the details- Application deadline: Friday 21 May 2022. Scholarships of £4,000 or £8,000 towards full-time masters tuition fees for high-achieving international students who live in Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, the Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka. Eligibility for these awards will be assessed by the scholarship panel, so students only need to submit a standard Postgraduate Excellence Award application to be considered for both the higher value awards and the £4000 or £8000 scholarship.
To apply for this scholarship, you must:

• be domiciled in Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan or Sri Lanka
• be classed as an overseas student for fee purposes
• hold an offer to start a full-time masters (including MRes) in any subject area at the University of Nottingham UK in September 2022

You may also be eligible to apply for the Developing Solutions Masters Scholarship. You can apply and be considered for both of these scholarships but you will not be awarded both.

3. International Sporting Excellence Award - International Sporting Excellence Award is tuition fee scholarship for elite international athletes for upto 5000 pounds and here are the details . Application deadline: Sunday 8 August 2022. Scholarships of £5,000 towards full-time tuition fees for international students at any study level with outstanding sporting ability.