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Programme · M.Arch

Master of Architecture.

Master of Architecture

  • Duration 2 years
  • Credits 120–180
  • Mode Full-time
  • Accreditation Fully accredited
I. About

About the programme.

Programme description pending.

Department Department of Architecture
Faculty College of Environmental Sciences and Management
Code MArch-ARC
II. Curriculum

Four levels, one journey.

14 courses across 2 levels, totalling 46 credits. Each level builds on the last; the final year culminates in a capstone project.

500 Level
9 courses 26 credits
Code Course Cr. Sem Type
ARC811 Advanced Architecture Design Studio  I Advanced structural systems in architectural design: Principles, historical development and spatial implications of form-active, bulk-activ… 10 1 Core
ARC815 Advanced Landscape Architecture Intensive and extensive grounding in plant morphology, planting design soft and hard landscape elements and relationship of buildings to th… 2 1 Core
ARC833 Contemporary Issues in Architecture Introduction to Contemporary Theory: Post-modernism, critical regionalism, and deconstructivism; Sustainability & Ecology: Green building,… 2 1 Elective
ARC841 Advanced Working Drawings and Specifications  I The course is designed to expose students to the concept of working drawings as graphical communication between the architect and the contr… 2 1 Core
ARC843 Advanced Building Materials and Construction The course is designed to acquaint the student with the principles and techniques of construction in specialized buildings based on already… 2 1 Core
ARC857 Advanced Structures Qualitative analysis of various structural systems (form-active, vector-active, bulk-active and vertical structures) to illustrate design c… 2 1 Core
ARC863 Tourism Planning and Development The meaning of tourism; Tourism and regional/national development; Elements of tourism, historical development of tourism in Nigeria; Poten… 2 1 Elective
ARC867 Building Maintenance and Management This course expose students to all elements of buildings, their performance in use and the progressive deterioration in their conditions. … 2 1 Elective
ARC885 Project Management Introduction to Project Management: Concepts, definitions, project life cycle, and roles; Project Initiation and Planning: Defining scope, … 2 1 Core
600 Level
5 courses 20 credits
Code Course Cr. Sem Type
ARC813 Advanced Architecture Design Studio III Advanced structural systems in architectural design: Principles, historical development and spatial implications of form-active, bulk-activ… 12 1 Core
ARC837 Architectural Criticism The course is designed to expose methods of critical inquiry which students might use in their work and apply in assessing works other tha… 2 1 Elective
ARC839 Entrepreneurship studies for Architects The ability to identify a business opportunity and finding resources to optimally utilize the opportunity. The course encompasses feasibili… 2 1 Elective
ARC881 Professional Practice and Procedures I PART 1: Contracts, Scale of Charges and Codes of Professional Conduct. Form of Contract with quantities; and without quantities, arbitrati… 2 1 Core
ARC883 Environmental Impact Assessment This course deals with the understanding of the effect and influence of physical development, socio-economic and natural activities on the … 2 1 Core

Course descriptions and learning outcomes are reviewed annually in line with NUC CCMAS guidelines and industry feedback.

III. Learning outcomes

What you'll be able to do.

Detailed learning outcomes for this programme are being finalised. Contact admissions for an indicative outline.

VI. Assessment

How you'll be assessed.

Continuous + summative

Each course carries continuous assessment plus a summative end-of-semester examination. Specific weights and formats are detailed in each course outline.

External examiners

In line with NUC requirements, qualified academics from other Nigerian universities review examination questions, moderate marks, and assess degree projects.

CCMAS compliance

The programme follows the National Universities Commission's Core Curriculum and Minimum Academic Standards.

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