Masters in Architecture and Construction
VSB - Technical University of Ostrava
Key Information
Campus location
Ostrava, Czech Republic
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
1 - 2 year
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
CZK 50,000 / per semester **
Application deadline
Request info *
Earliest start date
Sep 2024
* English 1st round: October 31, Czech 2nd round: September 31
** tuition fee is 4000 EUR per academic year, payable at the beginning of each academic year. It is non-refundable.
Introduction
The two-year master's degree in Architecture and Civil Engineering is a continuation of the four-year bachelor's degree in Architecture and Civil Engineering in the same field of study. The emphasis in the master's study is on architectural design and building disciplines, which are an integral part of every construction work. The two-year program includes courses in architecture and urban design with a major emphasis on studio work. The studio also includes interior design.
Key Facts
- Faculty: Faculty of Civil Engineering
- Type of Study: Follow-up Master
- Language of instruction: English
- Code of the program: N0731A010004
- Title of the program: Architecture and Construction
- The regular period of the study: 2 years
- Cost: 50,000 CZK per semester
- Coordinating department: Department of Architecture
- Coordinator: prof. Ing. Martina Peřinková, Ph.D.
- Keywords: Landscape architecture, Architecture, Theory of Architecture, Interior, Urbanism
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
Several scholarship options are available. Please check the VSB-Technical University of Ostrava for more information.
Curriculum
Semester 1
Compulsory
- Architectural Design
- Architectural Space, Public Space and Urban Detail
- Building Typology, Practical Theory
- Greenery and Landscape
- Interior Studio
- Protection and Restoration of Historical Objects
- Urbanism and Planning of Cities
Optional
- Language for Foreign Degree Students a/I 1
- Physical education 1. master degree A
Semester 2
Compulsory
- Architectural Design
- Selected Articles of Building Acoustics and Daylight
- Selected Parts of Building Services
- Theory of architectura and psychology
- Urban Design Studio
Optional
- Language for Foreign Degree Students a/II 1
- Physical education 1. master degree B
Semester 3
Compulsory
- Architectural Design
- Diploma Thesis Seminar
- Ethics and Aesthetics
- Materials in Architecture
- Urban Design Studio 2
Optional
- Language for Foreign Degree Students a/III
Semester 4
Compulsory
- Diploma Project
- Economics for Architects
- Law for Architects
Optional
- Language for Foreign Degree Students a/IV
Compulsory
- Architectural Design 1
- Architectural Space, Public Space and Urban Detail
- Building Typology, Practical Theory
- Greenery and Landscape
- Interior Studio 1
- Protection and Restoration of Historical Objects
- Urbanism and Planning of Cities
Optional
- Language for Foreign Degree Students a/I
- Physical education
Semester 2
Compulsory
- Architectural Design
- Selected Articles of Building Acoustics and Daylight
- Selected Parts of Building Services
- Theory of architectura and psychology
- Urban Design Studio 1
Optional
- Language for Foreign Degree Students a/II 1
- Physical education 1. master degree
Semester 3
Compulsory
- Architectural Design
- Diploma Thesis Seminar
- Ethics and Aesthetics
- Materials in Architecture
- Urban Design Studio
Optional
- Language for Foreign Degree Students a/III
Semester 4
Compulsory
- Diploma Project
- Economics for Architects
- Law for Architects2
Optional
- Language for Foreign Degree Students a/IV
Program Outcome
Study aims
The aim of teaching at the Faculty of Civil Engineering of VŠB-TUO is to educate and educate young professionals of excellent qualities who are not only capable of full application in practice by the complexity of their education, but also due to the considerable possibilities . As it is not entirely predictable as to the further development of the field, the aim of the study will be to provide graduates with knowledge of natural and social sciences, expertise and skills in civil engineering and architecture, architectural design and graphic representation of designs. Graduates will also be able to implement the proposals. With the acquired knowledge and competence, the outgoing engineer architect will be able to find a wide application in the labor market, flexibly respond to continuous technological, social and legislative developments. In relation to the master's program Architecture and Civil Engineering, the main objective is to teach students the quality analysis and synthesis of the problem of architectural design and practice, which is the basis not only of each quality architectural solution, but also a tool of easy adaptation to possible changes and development.
Graduate's knowledge
The graduate has a deep knowledge and understanding of the subject and scope of the field corresponding to the current state of knowledge. The graduate has broad knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and methods corresponding to the current state of knowledge in the field. The graduate has an understanding of the possibilities, conditions and limitations of the use of knowledge of related fields.
Graduate's skills
The graduate is able to independently define and creatively solve a theoretical or practical problem in the field using professional knowledge. The graduate is able to solve a complex problem independently and creatively using selected theories, concepts and methods of the field.
Graduate's general competence
The graduate is able to make independent and responsible decisions in new or changing contexts or in a fundamentally evolving environment with regard to the wider social consequences of decision-making. The graduate is able to define assignments for professional activities, to coordinate them and to take ultimate responsibility for their results according to the developing context and available resources. The graduate is able to solve the ethical problem independently. The graduate is able to communicate his / her expert opinions in a comprehensible and convincing way to experts and the wider public. The graduate is able to use his / her professional knowledge, professional skills and general competence in at least one foreign language. The graduate is able to plan, support and manage with the use of theoretical knowledge in the field of acquiring further professional knowledge, skills and competences of other team members.
Graduate's knowledge
The graduate has a deep knowledge and understanding of the subject and scope of the field corresponding to the current state of knowledge. The graduate has broad knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and methods corresponding to the current state of knowledge in the field. The graduate has an understanding of the possibilities, conditions and limitations of the use of knowledge of related fields.
Graduate's skills
The graduate is able to make independent and responsible decisions in new or changing contexts or in a fundamentally evolving environment with regard to the wider social consequences of decision-making. The graduate is able to define assignments for professional activities, to coordinate them and to take ultimate responsibility for their results according to the developing context and available resources. The graduate is able to solve the ethical problem independently. The graduate is able to communicate his / her expert opinions in a comprehensible and convincing way to experts and the wider public. The graduate is able to use his / her professional knowledge, professional skills and general competence in at least one foreign language. The graduate is able to plan, support and manage with the use of theoretical knowledge in the field of acquiring further professional knowledge, skills and competences of other team members.
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
Graduate's employment
A graduate of a two-year master's degree will find employment primarily as a creative designer - architect with a strong technical knowledge in the field of conceptual design and design of all kinds of building construction and as the main coordinator of the project. Another possibility of professional application is in administrative institutions and offices dealing with the issue of construction, including monument care. Completion of the master's study is a prerequisite for the possible continuation of the doctoral study.