Master of Architecture (M.Arch)

Degree Level
Duration
2 years
Semester Fee
Rs. 200,000
Registration Fee
Rs. 25,000
Application Fee
Rs. 5,000

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Program Overview

The architect of tomorrow must be creative, sustainable, and tech-savvy. This studio-based master’s program blends advanced design with urban research, green construction, and smart technologies. You’ll learn from award-winning architects, urban designers, and consultants as you tackle complex civic and commercial challenges. Projects focus on climate-resilient design, community impact, and digital modeling. Whether you pursue public space design, cultural architecture, or green urban planning — this degree makes your vision structurally real.

      Key Features

      • Curriculum Focused on AI & Sustainability
        Integrates tools like ChatGPT, CityEngine, Wallacei, Karamba, and Ladybug.
      • Heritage + Innovation Blend
        Offers electives in conservation, heritage, and cutting-edge simulation/design.
      • Employment-Driven
        Strong demand in public departments, academia, and consultancy firms.
      • Flexible Thesis/Non-Thesis Options
        Choose between research or coursework-only track.
      • Interdisciplinary Eligibility
        Open to architecture, civil engineering, CRP, interior design, and related fields.
      • Research Orientation
        Dedicated modules on design research, ethics, and AI use in architectural research.

          Admission Criteria

          (1) Basic Academic Qualification:
          a. Sixteen years of schooling or 4 year education (minimum 120 credit
          hours) with at least 45% marks in the annual system or a minimum
          cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 2.00 out of 4.00 (or an
          equivalent letter or numerical grade) in the semester system post
          Intermediate qualification or Equivalent shall be eligible for
          admission in the MPhil/MS/Equivalent program.
          b. The candidate possessing a degree in relevant subject from a
          foreign University/ DAI shall provide a degree equivalence
          certificate from HEC Pakistan.
          c. In case the %age of marks or CGPA obtained by the candidate is
          not mentioned on his/her transcript the academic qualification
          marks shall be calculated as per USA evaluation policy.
          (2) Admission Test:
          The concerned academic department will:
          a. Conduct a rigorous admission test as an eligibility condition for
          admission toMS/MPhil/Equivalent programs, with a passing score
          of 50%.
          OR
          b. Accept the GRE* /HAT General/Equivalent tests, with a passing score
          of 50%.
          c. The above-mentioned test result(s) should not be more than two (2)
          years old at the time of seeking admission.
          (3) Interdisciplinary Qualifications
          The candidate may be allowed to pursue MS/MPhil degree in an interdisciplinary area, if the DRC is satisfied that the applicant’s knowledge of
          primary area that has sufficiently prepared them to undertake
          MS/MPhil/equivalent program and has taken additional 6 to 9 CH of
          deficiency courses of level-6 after starting the program.

          Admission Process

          1. 1. Fill out the admission form.
          2. 2. Pay the application fee of Rs. 5,000.
          3. 3. Appear for the admission test.
          4. 4. Pass the test with a minimum of 60% marks.
          5. 5.Students who pass the test can enroll in the premium educational program.
          6. 6. An acceptance or rejection letter will be issued.
          7. 7. The last date for fee deposit will be clearly indicated on the fee voucher.
          8. 8. Admission will be canceled for students who do not pay the required dues by the deadline.
          9. 9. Admission tests are conducted every Saturday and Wednesday.
          10. 10.Tests will be conducted on computers.
          11. 11. Test results will be announced the next day and communicated to students via WhatsApp and email.
          Semester No 1
          Credit Hours
          ARCH-601-Arch Design Research & Development – I (AI Tools & Ethics)
          3 (2+1)
          ARCH-602-Research Methods (ChatGPT, Claude, etc.)
          3 (2+1)
          ARCH-620-Architectural Heritage (Elective)
          03
          Semester No 2
          Credit Hours
          ARCH-603-Arch Design Research & Development – II (AI Optimization)
          3 (2+1)
          ARCH-604-Design & Technology in Architecture (Karamba, Ladybug etc.)
          3 (2+1)
          ARCH-621-Responsive Design & Built Environment (Elective)
          3 (2+1)
          Semester No 3
          Credit Hours
          ARCH-622-BIM for Architects (Elective)
          03
          ARCH-623-Energy Efficient Architecture (Elective)
          03
          Semester No 4
          Credit Hours
          ARCH-640-Thesis OR 2 Elective Courses
          6 (0+6)

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          Faqs

          Yes, it follows HEC and PCATP guidelines for postgraduate architecture degrees.

          No, you can choose either the thesis or non-thesis track.

          Yes, the program includes structured AI training for architectural applications.

          Yes, if they have a relevant 16-year degree like Civil Engineering, CRP, or Interior Design.

          Yes, the class schedule is designed to accommodate working professionals.