Master of Arts [M.A] [Architecture] From Academy of Art University

Graduate students will meet the following student performance criteria:

Design

• Demonstrate development of design exploration and understanding throughout the program

Visual Communication

• Visually communicate ideas through multiple representation methods
• Visually communicate ideas through architectural drawings: site plan, plan, section, elevation, and 3D representation
• Produce accurate physical models of design ideas

Written Communication

• Effectively summarize the project and process in a well-crafted proposal and thesis book

Presentation Skills

• Professionally present the thesis proposal and final project

Building Systems, Materials and Methods

• Demonstrate understanding of material systems and construction methods necessary for the thesis project
• Demonstrate understanding of the general structure of the project

Thesis Proposal Development

• Demonstrate development of a clear area of focus for the duration of the program
• Clearly define the mission of the thesis project
• Present research in relation to the project
• Demonstrate the relevance of the thesis project to the field of architecture