The educational program in architecture at the Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning recognizes the multiplicity and changing nature of future roles open to the architect. Whatever the exact nature of these roles might be, the programs in architecture are designed to prepare students to perceive the ordered relationship of people and their environment, and to translate this order into design for the enrichment of human experience. Upon completion of the entire Program, the student is awarded the professional degree, Master of Architecture. The Bachelor of Science degree, a nonprofessional degree, is awarded upon completion of all of the requirements of Years 1 through 4. The student enrolls in the College of Architecture and Urban Planning.
Admission is limited to the fall term only .
The minimum period of time required to earn the Master of Architecture degree is 3 years. In order to finish this degree option in three years or less, Architectural Design must be elected in two Spring Half-terms. The program of study is similar to Years 3 through 6 of the six-year program. The program is structured to develop professionals capable of combining architecture and urban planning to work effectively in the professional field of urban design.