Azrieli School of Architecture and Urbanism
(Faculty of Engineering and Design)
Architecture Building
Rm. 202
613-520-2855
carleton.ca/architecture
This section presents the requirements for programs in:
- M. Architectural Studies
- M.Architecture 2-year Stream
- M. Architecture 3-year Stream
- M. Architecture 2-year stream with Collaborative Specialization in Climate Change
- M. Architecture 3-year stream with Collaborative Specialization in Climate Change
- Ph.D. Architecture
- Ph.D. Architecture with Collaborative Specialization in African Studies
- Graduate Diploma in Architectural Conservation
Program Requirements
M. Architectural Studies (6.0 credits)
Note: Please consult the School regarding registration sequence.
| Requirements: | ||
| 1. 3.5 credits in core courses: | 3.5 | |
ARCH 5003 [0.5] | Design and Culture Workshop | |
ARCH 5103 [0.5] | Colloquium I: Architectural Research Methods | |
ARCH 5104 [0.5] | Colloquium II: Architectural Research Presentation | |
ARCH 5301 [0.5] | Texts, Precedents and Writings in Architecture I | |
ARCH 5302 [0.5] | Texts, Precedents and Writings in Architecture II | |
ARCN 5301 [0.5] | Workshop: Design as Research I | |
ARCN 5302 [0.5] | Workshop: Design as Research II | |
| 2. 0.5 credit in elective from courses at the 5000-level or above, approved by the Associate Director (Graduate Programs) | 0.5 | |
| 3. 2.0 credits in: | 2.0 | |
ARCT 5909 [2.0] | M.A.S. Thesis | |
| Total Credits | 6.0 | |
M.Architecture 2-year Stream (8.0 credits)
Note: consult the School regarding registration sequence.
| Requirements: | ||
| 1. 2.0 credits in core: | 2.0 | |
ARCC 5100 [0.5] | Advanced Building Systems | |
ARCC 5200 [0.5] | Professional Practice | |
ARCH 5200 [0.5] | Graduate Seminar 1: Introduction to Critical Thought in Architecture | |
ARCH 5201 [0.5] | Graduate Seminar 2: Contemporary Theoretical Perspectives in Architecture | |
| 2. 1.0 credit in free electives at the 4000 level or higher | 1.0 | |
| 3. 3.0 credits in studio: | 3.0 | |
ARCS 5105 [1.5] | Graduate Studio 1 | |
ARCS 5106 [1.5] | Graduate Studio 2 | |
| 4. 2.0 credits in: | 2.0 | |
ARCN 5909 [2.0] | Thesis - Directed Research Studio (DRS) (must be defended at an oral examination) | |
| Total Credits | 8.0 | |
M. Architecture 3-year Stream (15.0 credits)
Note: consult the School regarding registration sequence.
| Requirements: | ||
| 1. 5.5 credits in core: | 5.5 | |
ARCC 5096 [0.5] | Building Technology I | |
ARCC 5097 [0.5] | Building Technology II | |
ARCC 5098 [0.5] | Building Technology III | |
ARCC 5099 [0.5] | Building Technology IV | |
ARCC 5100 [0.5] | Advanced Building Systems | |
ARCC 5200 [0.5] | Professional Practice | |
ARCH 5010 [0.5] | History and Theory of Modern Architecture | |
ARCH 5020 [0.5] | Theories of Modernity | |
ARCH 5200 [0.5] | Graduate Seminar 1: Introduction to Critical Thought in Architecture | |
ARCH 5201 [0.5] | Graduate Seminar 2: Contemporary Theoretical Perspectives in Architecture | |
ARCN 5005 [0.5] | Theory and Practice of Architectural Representation | |
| 2. 0.5 credit in approved elective at the 5000-level or higher, approved by the Associate Director (Graduate Programs) | 0.5 | |
| 3. 7.0 credits in studio: | 7.0 | |
ARCS 5030 [1.5] | M.Arch 1 - Studio 1 | |
ARCS 5032 [1.5] | M.Arch. 1 - Studio II | |
ARCS 5033 [1.0] | M.Arch. 1 - Studio III | |
ARCS 5105 [1.5] | Graduate Studio 1 | |
ARCS 5106 [1.5] | Graduate Studio 2 | |
| 3. 2.0 credits in: | 2.0 | |
ARCN 5909 [2.0] | Thesis - Directed Research Studio (DRS) (must be defended at an oral examination) | |
| Total Credits | 15.0 | |
M. Architecture 2-year stream
with Collaborative Specialization in Climate Change (8.0 credits)
Note: consult the School regarding registration sequence.
| Requirements: | ||
| 1. 1.0 credit in: | 1.0 | |
CLIM 5000 [1.0] | Climate Collaboration | |
| 2. 0.0 credit in: | ||
CLIM 5800 [0.0] | Climate Seminar Series | |
| 3. 2.0 credits in core: | 2.0 | |
ARCC 5100 [0.5] | Advanced Building Systems | |
ARCC 5200 [0.5] | Professional Practice | |
ARCH 5200 [0.5] | Graduate Seminar 1: Introduction to Critical Thought in Architecture | |
ARCH 5201 [0.5] | Graduate Seminar 2: Contemporary Theoretical Perspectives in Architecture | |
| 4. 3.0 credits in studio: | 3.0 | |
ARCS 5105 [1.5] | Graduate Studio 1 | |
ARCS 5106 [1.5] | Graduate Studio 2 | |
| 5. 2.0 credits in: | 2.0 | |
ARCN 5909 [2.0] | Thesis - Directed Research Studio (DRS) (in the area of climate change, must be defended at an oral examination) | |
| Total Credits | 8.0 | |
M. Architecture 3-year stream
with Collaborative Specialization in Climate Change (15.5 credits)
Note: consult the School regarding registration sequence.
| Requirements: | ||
| 1. 1.0 credit in: | 1.0 | |
CLIM 5000 [1.0] | Climate Collaboration | |
| 2. 0.0 credit in: | ||
CLIM 5800 [0.0] | Climate Seminar Series | |
| 3. 5.5 credits in core: | 5.5 | |
ARCC 5096 [0.5] | Building Technology I | |
ARCC 5097 [0.5] | Building Technology II | |
ARCC 5098 [0.5] | Building Technology III | |
ARCC 5099 [0.5] | Building Technology IV | |
ARCC 5100 [0.5] | Advanced Building Systems | |
ARCC 5200 [0.5] | Professional Practice | |
ARCH 5010 [0.5] | History and Theory of Modern Architecture | |
ARCH 5020 [0.5] | Theories of Modernity | |
ARCH 5200 [0.5] | Graduate Seminar 1: Introduction to Critical Thought in Architecture | |
ARCH 5201 [0.5] | Graduate Seminar 2: Contemporary Theoretical Perspectives in Architecture | |
ARCN 5005 [0.5] | Theory and Practice of Architectural Representation | |
| 4. 7.0 credits in studio: | 7.0 | |
ARCS 5030 [1.5] | M.Arch 1 - Studio 1 | |
ARCS 5032 [1.5] | M.Arch. 1 - Studio II | |
ARCS 5033 [1.0] | M.Arch. 1 - Studio III | |
ARCS 5105 [1.5] | Graduate Studio 1 | |
ARCS 5106 [1.5] | Graduate Studio 2 | |
| 5. 2.0 credits in: | 2.0 | |
ARCN 5909 [2.0] | Thesis - Directed Research Studio (DRS) (must be defended at an oral examinatiion) | |
| Total Credits | 15.5 | |
Ph.D. Architecture (6.0 credits)
Note: Please consult the School regarding registration sequence.
| Requirements: | ||
| 1. 2.5 credits in core courses | 2.5 | |
ARCN 6001 [0.5] | Workshop: Design as Research I | |
ARCH 6001 [0.5] | Texts, Precedents and Writings in Architecture I | |
ARCH 6103 [0.5] | Colloquium I: Architectural Research Methods | |
ARCH 6104 [0.5] | Colloquium II: Architectural Research Presentation | |
ARCH 6105 [0.5] | Colloquium III: Architectural Research Dissemination | |
| 2. 2.0 credits in: | 2.0 | |
ARCH 6907 [1.0] | Ph.D. Comprehensive Examination | |
ARCH 6908 [1.0] | Ph.D. Proposal Examination | |
| 3. 0.0 credits in: | ||
ARCH 6909 [0.0] | Ph.D. Dissertation (Oral Defence) | |
| 4. 1.5 credits in free electives | 1.5 | |
| Students can take any course in any discipline at the 5000-level or above to fulfill their free electives. ARCH 6002 and ARCN 6002 are recommended. | ||
| Total Credits | 6.0 | |
Ph.D. Architecture
with Collaborative Specialization in African Studies (6.0 credits)
Note: Please consult the School regarding registration sequence.
| Requirements: | ||
| 1. 2.5 credits in core courses | 2.5 | |
ARCN 6001 [0.5] | Workshop: Design as Research I | |
ARCH 6001 [0.5] | Texts, Precedents and Writings in Architecture I | |
ARCH 6103 [0.5] | Colloquium I: Architectural Research Methods | |
ARCH 6104 [0.5] | Colloquium II: Architectural Research Presentation | |
ARCH 6105 [0.5] | Colloquium III: Architectural Research Dissemination | |
| 2. 2.0 credits in: | 2.0 | |
ARCH 6907 [1.0] | Ph.D. Comprehensive Examination | |
ARCH 6908 [1.0] | Ph.D. Proposal Examination | |
| 3. 0.0 credit in: | ||
ARCH 6909 [0.0] | Ph.D. Dissertation (Includes oral defence. Thesis must be related to African Studies and will be supervised by a faculty member with expertise in Africa and Africa related research in the primary unit. It may also be co-supervised by an IAS faculty member. ) | |
| 4. 1.0 credits in: | 1.0 | |
AFRI 5000 [0.5] | African Studies as a Discipline: Historical and Current Perspectives | |
AFRI 6000 [0.5] | Thinking from Africa: Historical Perspectives, Contemporary Dimensions | |
| 5. 0.0 credit in: | 0.0 | |
AFRI 5800 [0.0] | Scholarly Preparation in African Studies | |
| 6. 0.5 credit in free elective at the 5000-level in any discipline. | 0.5 | |
| Total Credits | 6.0 | |
Graduate Diploma in Architectural Conservation (4.0 credits)
Note: consult the School regarding registration sequence.
| Requirements: | ||
| 1. 1.0 credit in: | 1.0 | |
CDNS 5401 [0.5] | Heritage Conservation: History, Principles, and Concepts | |
CDNS 5402 [0.5] | Heritage Conservation: Theory in Practice | |
| 2. 1.5 credits in: | 1.5 | |
ARCH 4002 [0.5] | Canadian Architecture | |
ARCH 4200 [0.5] | Architectural Conservation Philosophy and Ethics | |
ARCH 5402 [0.5] | Evaluation of Heritage Properties | |
| 3. 1.0 credit in: | 1.0 | |
ARCC 5401 [0.5] | Workshop: Technical Studies in Heritage Conservation | |
ARCU 5402 [0.5] | Workshop: Urban Studies in Heritage Conservation | |
| 4. 0.5 credit in: | 0.5 | |
ARCN 5100 [0.5] | Representation and Documentation in Architectural Conservation | |
| Total Credits | 4.0 | |
Architecture-MAS (ARCT) Courses
ARCT 5909 [2.0 credits]
M.A.S. Thesis
Scholarly written thesis supported by methods of two and three-dimensional representation. Research undertaken by the student is expected to engage a topic in the culture of practice in Architecture. Proposals must be approved by the graduate committee of the Azrieli School of Architecture and Urbanism.(ARCU).
M.A.S. Thesis
Scholarly written thesis supported by methods of two and three-dimensional representation. Research undertaken by the student is expected to engage a topic in the culture of practice in Architecture. Proposals must be approved by the graduate committee of the Azrieli School of Architecture and Urbanism.(ARCU).
Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
Architecture - Studio (ARCS) Courses
ARCS 5030 [1.5 credit]
M.Arch 1 - Studio 1
Sensory components of architecture: use, effect, and symbolic potential. Light, lighting, sound,sensation of heat and cold, and related phenomena studied in modes of building proposals. Social considerations of architecture. Conventions of architectural drawing. Computer modeling as a medium of architectural analysis, documentation, and presentation.
M.Arch 1 - Studio 1
Sensory components of architecture: use, effect, and symbolic potential. Light, lighting, sound,sensation of heat and cold, and related phenomena studied in modes of building proposals. Social considerations of architecture. Conventions of architectural drawing. Computer modeling as a medium of architectural analysis, documentation, and presentation.
ARCS 5032 [1.5 credit]
M.Arch. 1 - Studio II
Building materials and practices within the context of increasingly complex building programs. Social context of architecture in relation to material expression. Modeling is stressed.
M.Arch. 1 - Studio II
Building materials and practices within the context of increasingly complex building programs. Social context of architecture in relation to material expression. Modeling is stressed.
Prerequisite(s): ARCS 5030.
ARCS 5033 [1.0 credit]
M.Arch. 1 - Studio III
A comprehensive studio dealing with issues of program and site as the culturally defining aspects of architectural practice within complex urban and social situations, using difficult sites and hybrid programs. Projects brought to a high degree of technical, formal, and graphic resolution.
M.Arch. 1 - Studio III
A comprehensive studio dealing with issues of program and site as the culturally defining aspects of architectural practice within complex urban and social situations, using difficult sites and hybrid programs. Projects brought to a high degree of technical, formal, and graphic resolution.
Prerequisite(s): ARCS 5032.
ARCS 5105 [1.5 credit]
Graduate Studio 1
An architectural investigation within a contemporary urban setting, usually dealing with central-city sites and complex programs. Projects address the question of urban architecture both from practical and theoretical perspectives. Architecturally relevant building technology and systems will be introduced in the Studio as required.
Graduate Studio 1
An architectural investigation within a contemporary urban setting, usually dealing with central-city sites and complex programs. Projects address the question of urban architecture both from practical and theoretical perspectives. Architecturally relevant building technology and systems will be introduced in the Studio as required.
Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
ARCS 5106 [1.5 credit]
Graduate Studio 2
Architectural design interventions within culturally-significant contexts. Investigate and integrate contextual and theoretical research into a critical position on architecture and its relationship to a wider cultural context. Develop this position using creative and critical methods into a design proposition at architectural, landscape, and/or urban scales.
Graduate Studio 2
Architectural design interventions within culturally-significant contexts. Investigate and integrate contextual and theoretical research into a critical position on architecture and its relationship to a wider cultural context. Develop this position using creative and critical methods into a design proposition at architectural, landscape, and/or urban scales.
ARCS 5909 [2.0 credits]
Thesis - Independent Study
Student-initiated design investigation, developed with a thesis supervisor, supported by text and appropriate methods of two and three-dimensional representation. Proposals must be approved by the Graduate Committee of the Azrieli School of Architecture and Urbanism.
Thesis - Independent Study
Student-initiated design investigation, developed with a thesis supervisor, supported by text and appropriate methods of two and three-dimensional representation. Proposals must be approved by the Graduate Committee of the Azrieli School of Architecture and Urbanism.
Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
Architecture - Technical (ARCC) Courses
ARCC 5000 [0.5 credit]
Directed Studies in Architecture and Technology
Reading and research tutorials.
Directed Studies in Architecture and Technology
Reading and research tutorials.
Prerequisite(s): permission of the School.
ARCC 5096 [0.5 credit]
Building Technology I
General introduction to materials and methods of construction with particular focus on wood and timber frame construction. Site conditions, foundations, structure and envelope in terms of their response to local climate: sun (light and heat), wind, moisture.
Building Technology I
General introduction to materials and methods of construction with particular focus on wood and timber frame construction. Site conditions, foundations, structure and envelope in terms of their response to local climate: sun (light and heat), wind, moisture.
Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
ARCC 5097 [0.5 credit]
Building Technology II
Technical issues involved in architectural design of buildings from ancient times to the present. Technological innovation and materials related to structural developments, and the organization and design of structures. Basic concepts of equilibrium, and mechanics of materials. Final projects developed in conjunction with design studio.
Building Technology II
Technical issues involved in architectural design of buildings from ancient times to the present. Technological innovation and materials related to structural developments, and the organization and design of structures. Basic concepts of equilibrium, and mechanics of materials. Final projects developed in conjunction with design studio.
Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
ARCC 5098 [0.5 credit]
Building Technology III
Wood frame, post and beam, steel and concrete systems and construction techniques. Structural systems and building envelope principles and practice are explored in conjunction with mechanical and electrical systems in small buildings. Final projects developed in conjunction with design studio.
Building Technology III
Wood frame, post and beam, steel and concrete systems and construction techniques. Structural systems and building envelope principles and practice are explored in conjunction with mechanical and electrical systems in small buildings. Final projects developed in conjunction with design studio.
Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
ARCC 5099 [0.5 credit]
Building Technology IV
Medium scale steel, concrete, and wood frame buildings as case studies to explore approaches to building science principles, building envelope design, advanced construction methods and materials, acoustics and sound control, and fire protection, with a focus on sustainable design strategies and environmental impact.
Building Technology IV
Medium scale steel, concrete, and wood frame buildings as case studies to explore approaches to building science principles, building envelope design, advanced construction methods and materials, acoustics and sound control, and fire protection, with a focus on sustainable design strategies and environmental impact.
Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
ARCC 5100 [0.5 credit]
Advanced Building Systems
Introduction to advanced design in building technology and systems integration. Leading edge building materials, technologies and philosophies will be explored through intensive case study research and analysis, comparing, and critically evaluating, traditional methods with current computer modeling and analysis techniques.
Advanced Building Systems
Introduction to advanced design in building technology and systems integration. Leading edge building materials, technologies and philosophies will be explored through intensive case study research and analysis, comparing, and critically evaluating, traditional methods with current computer modeling and analysis techniques.
Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
ARCC 5200 [0.5 credit]
Professional Practice
The practice of architecture. Professional organization and conduct, the architect's services, business law, office organization and management, contract documents, building codes, contract management, cost control, accounting and site supervision. Guest speakers and case studies.
Professional Practice
The practice of architecture. Professional organization and conduct, the architect's services, business law, office organization and management, contract documents, building codes, contract management, cost control, accounting and site supervision. Guest speakers and case studies.
Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
Precludes additional credit for ARCU 4200.
Precludes additional credit for ARCU 4200.
ARCC 5401 [0.5 credit]
Workshop: Technical Studies in Heritage Conservation
Materials used in conservation of built heritage; conservation philosophy used to preserve those materials. Material, technical, project management, construction sequencing, standards, and code dimensions of Heritage Conservation.
Workshop: Technical Studies in Heritage Conservation
Materials used in conservation of built heritage; conservation philosophy used to preserve those materials. Material, technical, project management, construction sequencing, standards, and code dimensions of Heritage Conservation.
Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
Prerequisite(s): permission of the School.
Prerequisite(s): permission of the School.
ARCC 5500 [0.5 credit]
Advanced Design Economics
Principles of building economics. Determinants and prediction of building costs. Uncertainty and investment economics. Creative cost control for buildings during schematic design, design development, construction document preparation and construction. Economic evaluation during all phases of design process; emphasis on sustainable strategies.
Advanced Design Economics
Principles of building economics. Determinants and prediction of building costs. Uncertainty and investment economics. Creative cost control for buildings during schematic design, design development, construction document preparation and construction. Economic evaluation during all phases of design process; emphasis on sustainable strategies.
Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
ARCC 5909 [2.0 credits]
M.Arch. Post-Professional Thesis (Design and Technology)
Basic or applied research in architectural, industrial, and digital design. Areas include interactive education/training, product/interface design, programming/scripting, culture/technology, or research as defined by the student. Final thesis documentation must satisfy the requirements established by the Faculty of Graduate Studies.
M.Arch. Post-Professional Thesis (Design and Technology)
Basic or applied research in architectural, industrial, and digital design. Areas include interactive education/training, product/interface design, programming/scripting, culture/technology, or research as defined by the student. Final thesis documentation must satisfy the requirements established by the Faculty of Graduate Studies.
Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
Prerequisite(s): Proposals must be approved by the Graduate Committee of the Azrieli School of Architecture and Urbanism.
Prerequisite(s): Proposals must be approved by the Graduate Committee of the Azrieli School of Architecture and Urbanism.
Architecture - Techniques (ARCN) Courses
ARCN 5000 [0.5 credit]
Directed Studies in Computer-Aided Design
Reading and research tutorials.
Directed Studies in Computer-Aided Design
Reading and research tutorials.
Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
Prerequisite(s): permission of the School.
Prerequisite(s): permission of the School.
ARCN 5001 [0.5 credit]
Directed Studies in Architecture
Reading and research tutorials.
Directed Studies in Architecture
Reading and research tutorials.
Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
Prerequisite(s): permission of the School.
Prerequisite(s): permission of the School.
ARCN 5005 [0.5 credit]
Theory and Practice of Architectural Representation
Free-hand drawing as a way of observing and understanding the world. Various media and techniques introduced through a wide range of studio and outdoor exercises.
Theory and Practice of Architectural Representation
Free-hand drawing as a way of observing and understanding the world. Various media and techniques introduced through a wide range of studio and outdoor exercises.
Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
ARCN 5100 [0.5 credit]
Representation and Documentation in Architectural Conservation
An in-depth study of the conventions and history of heritage recording including traditional field survey, photogrammetry, laser scanning technologies, and hybrid representations.
Representation and Documentation in Architectural Conservation
An in-depth study of the conventions and history of heritage recording including traditional field survey, photogrammetry, laser scanning technologies, and hybrid representations.
Workshop, six hours a week (including field trips and on-site work).
ARCN 5301 [0.5 credit]
Workshop: Design as Research I
Exploration of architectural modes of research through making such as experimental mediation, prototyping, material exploration, digital crafting, drawing, modelling, or mapping.
Workshop: Design as Research I
Exploration of architectural modes of research through making such as experimental mediation, prototyping, material exploration, digital crafting, drawing, modelling, or mapping.
Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
Also offered at the undergraduate level, with different requirements, as ARCN 6001, for which additional credit is precluded.
Also offered at the undergraduate level, with different requirements, as ARCN 6001, for which additional credit is precluded.
ARCN 5302 [0.5 credit]
Workshop: Design as Research II
Exploration of architectural modes of research through making such as experimental mediation, prototyping, material exploration, digital crafting, drawing, modelling, or mapping.
Workshop: Design as Research II
Exploration of architectural modes of research through making such as experimental mediation, prototyping, material exploration, digital crafting, drawing, modelling, or mapping.
Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
Also offered, with different requirements, as ARCN 6002, for which additional credit is precluded.
Also offered, with different requirements, as ARCN 6002, for which additional credit is precluded.
ARCN 5909 [2.0 credits]
Thesis - Directed Research Studio (DRS)
An intensive research-based design project. The unit is initiated and guided by a faculty member engaged in organized research. Proposals must be approved by the Graduate Committee of the Azrieli School of Architecture and Urbanism.
Thesis - Directed Research Studio (DRS)
An intensive research-based design project. The unit is initiated and guided by a faculty member engaged in organized research. Proposals must be approved by the Graduate Committee of the Azrieli School of Architecture and Urbanism.
Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
ARCN 6001 [0.5 credit]
Workshop: Design as Research I
Exploration of architectural modes of research through making such as experimental mediation, prototyping, material exploration, digital crafting, drawing, modelling, or mapping.
Workshop: Design as Research I
Exploration of architectural modes of research through making such as experimental mediation, prototyping, material exploration, digital crafting, drawing, modelling, or mapping.
Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
Also offered at the undergraduate level, with different requirements, as ARCN 5301, for which additional credit is precluded.
Also offered at the undergraduate level, with different requirements, as ARCN 5301, for which additional credit is precluded.
ARCN 6002 [0.5 credit]
Workshop: Design as Research II
Exploration of architectural modes of research through making such as experimental mediation, prototyping, material exploration, digital crafting, drawing, modelling, or mapping. This course is offered as an elective to graduate students in architecture.
Workshop: Design as Research II
Exploration of architectural modes of research through making such as experimental mediation, prototyping, material exploration, digital crafting, drawing, modelling, or mapping. This course is offered as an elective to graduate students in architecture.
Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
Also offered at the undergraduate level, with different requirements, as ARCN 5302, for which additional credit is precluded.
Also offered at the undergraduate level, with different requirements, as ARCN 5302, for which additional credit is precluded.
ARCN 6901 [0.5 credit]
Placement in Architecture
An opportunity to earn academic credit by engaging in research activities under the supervision of a professional architect or researcher in architectural, government, non-governmental or other professional settings. Placement research must be related to the preparation of the doctoral research. Design Studios/Design Thesis/Research (ARCS).
Placement in Architecture
An opportunity to earn academic credit by engaging in research activities under the supervision of a professional architect or researcher in architectural, government, non-governmental or other professional settings. Placement research must be related to the preparation of the doctoral research. Design Studios/Design Thesis/Research (ARCS).
Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
Architecture - Theory/History (ARCH) Courses
ARCH 5000 [0.5 credit]
Directed Studies in History and Theory of Architecture
Reading and research tutorials.
Directed Studies in History and Theory of Architecture
Reading and research tutorials.
Prerequisite(s): permission of the School.
ARCH 5001 [0.5 credit]
Topics in Architecture
An introduction to the intellectual frameworks connecting design and culture as manifest in theories of culture and architecture. The seminar builds on previous undergraduate studies, and is not an introduction to these fields. The field of inquiry is both historical and contemporary.
Topics in Architecture
An introduction to the intellectual frameworks connecting design and culture as manifest in theories of culture and architecture. The seminar builds on previous undergraduate studies, and is not an introduction to these fields. The field of inquiry is both historical and contemporary.
ARCH 5002 [0.5 credit]
Architecture Seminar II
A continuation of ARCH 5001, this seminar follows the same general description, but concentrates more on architectural design, on the contemporary condition, and on the ways of thinking that characterize embodiment of cultural content in architecture and other artifacts.
Architecture Seminar II
A continuation of ARCH 5001, this seminar follows the same general description, but concentrates more on architectural design, on the contemporary condition, and on the ways of thinking that characterize embodiment of cultural content in architecture and other artifacts.
Prerequisite(s): ARCH 5001.
ARCH 5003 [0.5 credit]
Design and Culture Workshop
The prime objective of the workshop is to investigate cultural issues in architectural design. The workshop operates as a directed study with specific content, objectives, and scheduling arranged between student and academic advisor.
Design and Culture Workshop
The prime objective of the workshop is to investigate cultural issues in architectural design. The workshop operates as a directed study with specific content, objectives, and scheduling arranged between student and academic advisor.
Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
ARCH 5010 [0.5 credit]
History and Theory of Modern Architecture
Architectural and urban ideals of modernism with emphasis upon the development of the avant-garde in the early twentieth century. The phenomenon of modern architecture within the broader framework of the development of western thought.
History and Theory of Modern Architecture
Architectural and urban ideals of modernism with emphasis upon the development of the avant-garde in the early twentieth century. The phenomenon of modern architecture within the broader framework of the development of western thought.
ARCH 5020 [0.5 credit]
Theories of Modernity
Theories of modernity (including recent developments in cultural theory, theorizing from the Global South and more, recent technological and socio-political transformations) and how they help shape contemporary architectural discourse.
Theories of Modernity
Theories of modernity (including recent developments in cultural theory, theorizing from the Global South and more, recent technological and socio-political transformations) and how they help shape contemporary architectural discourse.
ARCH 5100 [0.5 credit]
Directed Studies in Architecture and Society
Reading and research tutorials.
Directed Studies in Architecture and Society
Reading and research tutorials.
Prerequisite(s): permission of the School.
ARCH 5103 [0.5 credit]
Colloquium I: Architectural Research Methods
This seminar brings together graduate students with architectural faculty to discuss in-progress work and ideas. Immersion in conventions of theoretical and methodological approaches to advanced architectural research, including research ethics, proposal writing and research funding.
Colloquium I: Architectural Research Methods
This seminar brings together graduate students with architectural faculty to discuss in-progress work and ideas. Immersion in conventions of theoretical and methodological approaches to advanced architectural research, including research ethics, proposal writing and research funding.
Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
Precludes additional credit for ARCH 5101 (no longer offered).
Also offered at the undergraduate level, with different requirements, as ARCH 6103, for which additional credit is precluded.
Precludes additional credit for ARCH 5101 (no longer offered).
Also offered at the undergraduate level, with different requirements, as ARCH 6103, for which additional credit is precluded.
ARCH 5104 [0.5 credit]
Colloquium II: Architectural Research Presentation
This seminar brings together graduate students with architectural faculty to discuss in-progress work and ideas. Immersion in conventions of theoretical and methodological approaches to advanced architectural research, including research ethics, proposal writing and research funding.
Colloquium II: Architectural Research Presentation
This seminar brings together graduate students with architectural faculty to discuss in-progress work and ideas. Immersion in conventions of theoretical and methodological approaches to advanced architectural research, including research ethics, proposal writing and research funding.
Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
Precludes additional credit for ARCH 5101 (no longer offered).
Also offered at the undergraduate level, with different requirements, as ARCH 6104, for which additional credit is precluded.
Precludes additional credit for ARCH 5101 (no longer offered).
Also offered at the undergraduate level, with different requirements, as ARCH 6104, for which additional credit is precluded.
ARCH 5200 [0.5 credit]
Graduate Seminar 1: Introduction to Critical Thought in Architecture
Critical theories and research approaches relevant to the field of architecture. Identification of issues through a coordinated series of lectures and readings. Development of analytical and interpretative skills through seminar discussions and writing culminating in a scholarly position paper by the student.
Graduate Seminar 1: Introduction to Critical Thought in Architecture
Critical theories and research approaches relevant to the field of architecture. Identification of issues through a coordinated series of lectures and readings. Development of analytical and interpretative skills through seminar discussions and writing culminating in a scholarly position paper by the student.
ARCH 5201 [0.5 credit]
Graduate Seminar 2: Contemporary Theoretical Perspectives in Architecture
Lectures, readings, and case studies on contemporary issues in architecture and allied fields of study. Critical analysis of trends and possibilities set against traditional modes of architectural thought and practice. This course serves as a forum for a preliminary articulation of the thesis proposal.
Graduate Seminar 2: Contemporary Theoretical Perspectives in Architecture
Lectures, readings, and case studies on contemporary issues in architecture and allied fields of study. Critical analysis of trends and possibilities set against traditional modes of architectural thought and practice. This course serves as a forum for a preliminary articulation of the thesis proposal.
ARCH 5301 [0.5 credit]
Texts, Precedents and Writings in Architecture I
Exploration of significant texts, precedents, and theories in architecture, situating key ideas as they emerge at the intersection of history, theory, and society.
Texts, Precedents and Writings in Architecture I
Exploration of significant texts, precedents, and theories in architecture, situating key ideas as they emerge at the intersection of history, theory, and society.
ARCH 5302 [0.5 credit]
Texts, Precedents and Writings in Architecture II
Exploration of significant texts, precedents, and theories in architecture, situating key ideas as they emerge at the intersection of history, theory, and society.
Texts, Precedents and Writings in Architecture II
Exploration of significant texts, precedents, and theories in architecture, situating key ideas as they emerge at the intersection of history, theory, and society.
ARCH 5402 [0.5 credit]
Evaluation of Heritage Properties
The cultural,political, economic and legal factors that shape our definition of heritage architecture. Processes for and implications of heritage designation, cultural value and costs associated with restoration and ongoing preservation. (Theory/History Elective).
Evaluation of Heritage Properties
The cultural,political, economic and legal factors that shape our definition of heritage architecture. Processes for and implications of heritage designation, cultural value and costs associated with restoration and ongoing preservation. (Theory/History Elective).
Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
Lectures, three hours a week.
Lectures, three hours a week.
ARCH 6001 [0.5 credit]
Texts, Precedents and Writings in Architecture I
Exploration of significant texts, precedents, and theories in architecture, situating key ideas as they emerge at the intersection of history, theory, and society.
Texts, Precedents and Writings in Architecture I
Exploration of significant texts, precedents, and theories in architecture, situating key ideas as they emerge at the intersection of history, theory, and society.
ARCH 6002 [0.5 credit]
Texts, Precedents and Writings in Architecture II
Exploration of significant texts, precedents, and theories in architecture, situating key ideas as they emerge at the intersection of history, theory, and society.
Texts, Precedents and Writings in Architecture II
Exploration of significant texts, precedents, and theories in architecture, situating key ideas as they emerge at the intersection of history, theory, and society.
ARCH 6103 [0.5 credit]
Colloquium I: Architectural Research Methods
This seminar brings together doctoral students with architectural faculty to present their work-in-progress. Immersion in conventions of theoretical and methodological approaches to advanced architectural research, including research ethics, proposal writing and research funding. This course is required of all first year doctoral students in architecture.
Colloquium I: Architectural Research Methods
This seminar brings together doctoral students with architectural faculty to present their work-in-progress. Immersion in conventions of theoretical and methodological approaches to advanced architectural research, including research ethics, proposal writing and research funding. This course is required of all first year doctoral students in architecture.
Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
Precludes additional credit for ARCH 6101 (no longer offered).
Also offered at the undergraduate level, with different requirements, as ARCH 5103, for which additional credit is precluded.
Precludes additional credit for ARCH 6101 (no longer offered).
Also offered at the undergraduate level, with different requirements, as ARCH 5103, for which additional credit is precluded.
ARCH 6104 [0.5 credit]
Colloquium II: Architectural Research Presentation
This seminar continues to bring together doctoral students with architectural faculty and guest lecturers to present their work-in-progress. This course is required of all students enrolled in the Ph.D. program from the second year through until completion of the dissertation.
Colloquium II: Architectural Research Presentation
This seminar continues to bring together doctoral students with architectural faculty and guest lecturers to present their work-in-progress. This course is required of all students enrolled in the Ph.D. program from the second year through until completion of the dissertation.
Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
Also offered at the undergraduate level, with different requirements, as ARCH 5104, for which additional credit is precluded.
Also offered at the undergraduate level, with different requirements, as ARCH 5104, for which additional credit is precluded.
ARCH 6105 [0.5 credit]
Colloquium III: Architectural Research Dissemination
This seminar continues to bring together doctoral students with architectural faculty and guest lecturers to present work-in-progress, discussing applications to different forms, modes, and venues for research dissemination.
Colloquium III: Architectural Research Dissemination
This seminar continues to bring together doctoral students with architectural faculty and guest lecturers to present work-in-progress, discussing applications to different forms, modes, and venues for research dissemination.
Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
ARCH 6907 [1.0 credit]
Ph.D. Comprehensive Examination
Students must demonstrate to their thesis advisory committees a sufficiently broad background in the theoretical and topical area literatures and constructions relevant to their individual projects.
Ph.D. Comprehensive Examination
Students must demonstrate to their thesis advisory committees a sufficiently broad background in the theoretical and topical area literatures and constructions relevant to their individual projects.
ARCH 6908 [1.0 credit]
Ph.D. Proposal Examination
Students must demonstrate to thesis advisory committees their ability to link theory to a work or practice of architecture. This examination requires the preparation of a drawing or a model, to then be discussed within a theoretical framework during the oral part of the exam.
Ph.D. Proposal Examination
Students must demonstrate to thesis advisory committees their ability to link theory to a work or practice of architecture. This examination requires the preparation of a drawing or a model, to then be discussed within a theoretical framework during the oral part of the exam.
ARCH 6909 [0.0 credit]
Ph.D. Dissertation
The dissertation will be comprised of two critical modes of investigation of equal importance: a speculative project and a research text. The speculative project is realized using specific traditional and non-traditional media as deemed appropriate.
Ph.D. Dissertation
The dissertation will be comprised of two critical modes of investigation of equal importance: a speculative project and a research text. The speculative project is realized using specific traditional and non-traditional media as deemed appropriate.
Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
Architecture - Urban (ARCU) Courses
ARCU 5000 [0.5 credit]
Directed Studies in Architecture and the City
Reading and research tutorials.
Directed Studies in Architecture and the City
Reading and research tutorials.
Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
ARCU 5402 [0.5 credit]
Workshop: Urban Studies in Heritage Conservation
Workshop: Urban Studies in Heritage Conservation
Includes: Experiential Learning Activity
Prerequisite(s): permission of the School.
Prerequisite(s): permission of the School.
Note: Not all courses listed are offered in a given year. For an up-to-date statement of course offerings for the current session and to determine the term of offering, consult the class schedule at central.carleton.ca.
Summer session: some of the courses listed in this Calendar are offered during the summer. Hours and scheduling for summer session courses will differ significantly from those reported in the fall/winter Calendar. To determine the scheduling and hours for summer session classes, consult the class schedule at central.carleton.ca
Regulations
See the General Regulations section of this Calendar.
M. Architecture
Architecture permits the C+ option in the 15.5-credit M.Arch. 1 curriculum only. (See Section 11.2 of the General Regulations).
Admission Requirements
Master of Architecture (M.Arch.)
Two-year M.Arch. (8.0 credits)
A four-year honours undergraduate degree or its equivalent in architecture, with significant studio experience in architectural design, and a minimum overall standing of B- .
Three-year M.Arch. (15.5 credits)
A four-year honours undergraduate degree from diverse backgrounds with a minimum overall B+ standing.
For the three-year M.Arch., all students will apply for the 15.5-credit program. Most will be admitted to the fall term of Year 1. Some applicants possessing a B.A.S. Conservation and Sustainability or an equivalent degree in an environmental design field may be eligible for second entry, to be determined by the Azrieli School of Architecture and Urbanism and the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Affairs. Students admitted into second entry will be accepted into the winter term of Year 1 and will complete 12.0 credits.
All applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate proficiency in the English language. See Section 3.6 of the General Regulations section of this calendar for details.
For more information, please visit https://carleton.ca/architecture/programs/
M. Architectural Studies (M.A.S.)
The Master of Architectural Studies is a non-professional degree for students interested in pursuing in-depth architectural research.
The minimum requirement for admission to the M.A.S. is a four-year honours undergraduate degree in architecture or equivalent, with a minimum overall standing of B-.
All applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate proficiency in the English language. See Section 3.6 of the General Regulations section of this calendar for details.
For more information visit https://carleton.ca/architecture/programs/
Ph.D. Architecture
The normal requirement for admission to the doctoral program in architecture is a master's degree (or equivalent) in architecture or a related field with a minimum overall standing of A-.
All applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate proficiency in the English language. See Section 3.6 of the General Regulations section of this calendar for details.
Graduate Diploma in Architectural Conservation
There are two points of entry into the program:
Direct Entry
- The normal requirement is a bachelor degree with a minimum average of B+. The program can be taken part-time or full-time.
Admission from the M.Arch. or M.A.S.
- Students may apply to the Graduate Diploma in Architectural Conservation during the first year of study in the Master of Architecture professional program or the Master of Architectural Studies program.
All applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate proficiency in the English language. See Section 3.6 of the General Regulations section of this calendar for details.
For more information visit https://carleton.ca/architecture/programs/