KU Leuven Master of Architecture
KU Leuven

KU Leuven

Master of Architecture

  • Ghent, Belgium
  • Ixelles, Belgium

MSc

2 years

English, Dutch

Full time

16 Sep 2026

EUR 9,493 **

On-Campus

* for non-EEA; June 1st for EEA | for the most recent – and only official – information on application deadlines, please check the KU Leuven webpage

** for non-EEA; EUR 1181.40 for EEA | for the most recent – and only official – information on tuition fees, please check the KU Leuven webpage

Key Summary

    About : The Master of Architecture provides a comprehensive education in architectural practice, focusing on design, theory, and technology. This program typically takes two years to complete and emphasizes sustainable design, urbanism, and professional ethics. Students will engage in hands-on projects, collaborative learning, and research that enhances their creativity and critical thinking skills.
    Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue a variety of career paths, including roles as licensed architects, urban designers, or project managers. The program equips students with the skills needed to work in architectural firms, government agencies, or consultancy services. Many also explore opportunities in academia and research-related positions.

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The multicultural dimension of this English-taught master's degree prepares you extra for an international career as an architect or researcher. In this international programme, you can for example be part of international research projects. Just like in the Dutch master's programme, the programme is composed of design and theoretical courses. In this master's program, you also choose studios and optional course units from a varied cross-campus offering.

About the Programme

The Master of Architecture programme explores subjects through Design Driven Research (DDR), combining both academic and creative experimental approaches. You will be fully prepared for multicultural and international contexts.

Based on a highly interdisciplinary learning process of integrated research, students are expected to determine a critical stance on current issues with an emphasis on facilitating, making and imagining, leading to relevant spatial interventions.

The programme consists of theoretical courses in the field of History and Theory, Building Technology and Professional Practice.

Design Studios

The design studio landscape is formed along 3 Engagements with each specific focus: Urban Cultures, Craftsmanship, and Mediating Tactics. Every master studio and elective is related to one of these engagements. A rich lecture and exhibition program will deepen and accompany each of these engagements.

From the academic year 2023-2024, students will choose an engagement as an option at the start of the Master's program. Within the option are studios and master's thesis. In addition, there are the theory courses and some electives that we recommend within the option, but that students will not be obliged to include within the chosen commitment.

Read more on the institution's website