Postgraduate Diploma - PD

Master of Science - MS

Level 7 Core

Level 7

Programme Structure

MSc students must have successfully completed the LJMU/SLIIT collaborative BSc (Hons) Architecture programme or the LJMU BA (hons) Architecture programme or an equivalent RIBA Part 1 validated programme of study. They must also have completed at least 6 months in professional practice. LJMU/SLIIT Architecture graduates are offered a place automatically if they attain a degree classification of 2.1 or above. LJMU/SLIIT graduates with a 2.2 or 3rd class degree and all applicants from other institutions are required to submit a digital portfolio or present a portfolio at interview prior to an offer being made.

MSc students must have successfully completed the LJMU/SLIIT collaborative BSc (Hons) Architecture programme or the LJMU BA (hons) Architecture programme or an equivalent RIBA Part 1 validated programme of study. They must also have completed at least 6 months in professional practice. LJMU/SLIIT Architecture graduates are offered a place automatically if they attain a degree classification of 2.1 or above. LJMU/SLIIT graduates with a 2.2 or 3rd class degree and all applicants from other institutions are required to submit a digital portfolio or present a portfolio at interview prior to an offer being made. Offerings: All

We welcome overseas applicants who will be considered in line with normal entry requirements, although English Language capability of IELTS 6.5 (6.0 in each subtest) or equivalent is required Equivalent overseas qualifications will be accepted together with an electronic portfolio.

We welcome overseas applicants who will be considered in line with normal entry requirements, although English Language capability of IELTS 6.5 (6.0 in each subtest) or equivalent is required Equivalent overseas qualifications will be accepted together with an electronic portfolio. Offerings: All

Demonstrate a systematic understanding of knowledge, and a critical awareness of current problems and/or new insights, much of which is at, or informed by, the forefront of architectural practice (QD4.1).

Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between people and buildings, and between buildings and their environment, and the need to relate buildings and the spaces between them to human needs and scale
(GC5).

 Demonstrate originality in the application of knowledge, together with a practical understanding of how established techniques of research and enquiry are used to create and interpret knowledge in the discipline
(QD4.3)


Demonstrate that they possess the necessary design skills to meet building users' requirements within the constraints imposed by cost factors and building regulations (GC10)

Critically evaluate current research and advanced scholarship in architecture (QD4.4)

Demonstrate an understanding of the methods of investigation and preparation of the brief for an architectural design project (GC7)


 Deal with complex issues both systematically and creatively, make sound judgements in the absence of complete data, and communicate their conclusions clearly to specialist and non-specialist audiences (QD4.6)


Demonstrate self-direction and originality in tackling and solving problems, and act autonomously in planning and implementing tasks at a professional or equivalent level (QD4.7)


Demonstrate an understanding of the profession of architecture and the role of the architect in society, in particular in preparing briefs that take account of social factors (GC6).

Demonstrate a knowledge of the fine arts as an influence on the quality of architectural design (GC3)

Demonstrate adequate knowledge of urban design, planning and the skills involved in the planning process
(GC4)

Demonstrate an understanding of the structural design, constructional and engineering problems associated with building design (GC8).

Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of techniques applicable to their own research or advanced scholarship (QD4.2)

Demonstrate adequate knowledge of the histories and theories of architecture and the related arts, technologies and human sciences (GC2).

Evaluate methodologies and develop critiques of them and, where appropriate, to propose new hypotheses
(QD4.5)

Demonstrate adequate knowledge of physical problems and technologies and the function of buildings so as to provide them internal conditions of comfort and protection against the climate (GC9).

Demonstrate the ability to create architectural designs that satisfy both aesthetic and technical requirements
(GC1).


Demonstrate adequate knowledge of the industries, organisations, regulations and procedures involved in translating design concepts into buildings and integrating plans into overall planning (GC11).


Course Catalogue

Architecture - 36329 - MSc