Architecture

Welcome to the webpages of the Master of Architecture Program at the University of Calgary. Over the last 40 years we have developed a distinctive approach to architectural education, research and practice. Here you will find information on the history of the Program, details about the unique curriculum we offer, descriptions of the accomplishments of people involved with the Program, answers to questions about internship and the profession, as well as information on the University's undergraduate Minor in Architecture Studies.

Our Architecture Program has evolved through various transitions during its history in response to changing societal, professional and institutional contexts. Recently we have repositioned ourselves to better address the contemporary challenges facing the discipline of architecture. This has involved a renewed commitment to sustainable design and examining design as an ecological discipline. Beyond innovation, there is a pressing need for advocacy in architecture, advocacy of better design, higher performance, higher standards, and more responsiveness. To this end we are also beginning to expand our education into leadership training.  We expect our students and alumni to be leaders in the field; to date many of them have done just that.

An education in architecture can lead to many career opportunities! Contact us if you would like more information on the Program we offer.

Branko Kolarevic, Dipl.Ing.Arh., MDesS, DDes

Associate Dean of Architecture
Faculty of Environmental Design
University of Calgary