Master of Architecture

For Master of Architecture, tuition is 42,500 AED per year.

The British University in Dubai offers the Master of Architecture, an advanced program for students building on prior architectural training to develop more complex design, technical, and professional skills. Study in this field typically involves advanced design studio work, urban design and planning theory, sustainable and climate-responsive design, architectural technology, and professional practice topics such as project management and building regulations. Students commonly undertake substantial design projects that require integrating structural, environmental, and technological considerations into a coherent architectural response, often working at a larger scale or greater complexity than earlier stages of architectural education. Coursework may also address the history and theory of architecture and urbanism, giving students a critical framework for evaluating design decisions within broader social, cultural, and environmental contexts. Because architecture is typically a licensed profession, advanced programs in this field are structured to build toward the technical competence and professional judgment expected of practicing architects, including an understanding of construction methods, materials, and regulatory compliance. Studying this subject in Dubai exposes students to a city recognized for large-scale contemporary architecture and urban development, providing relevant context for advanced design coursework. Graduates of programs in this field typically pursue further professional qualification before practicing as licensed architects, and also take on roles in urban design, architectural technology, design management, and academic research. Some move into specialized areas such as sustainable design consultancy or heritage and conservation work. The program is taught in English and is accredited by the UAE Commission for Academic Accreditation.