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This master’s degree offers highly experimental design approaches to architecture and urban design and has two pathways to choose from: MA Architecture Speculative Futures and MA Architecture Future Cities.
As part of this course, you’ll:
Studio learning
Through studio tuition, you’ll develop design responses and creative solutions for studio briefs tailored to each pathway, engaging with one-to-one critiques and group discussions. This process aims to encourage interdisciplinary collaborations through peer learning, and critical feedback and feedforward.
Specialist facilities
You'll have access to a learning environment that includes multimedia studios equipped with computers, pin-up areas and dedicated desk spaces. In addition, you’ll have access to the school 3D Model shop, a 24/7 library and specialist workshops.
Guest lectures
Our Leeds School of Architecture Open Lecture Series and Symposia bring together some of the most exciting names from the fields of architecture. You’ll also have the opportunity to attend events being held as part of the Leeds School of Arts INSIDE/OUT lecture series. You can attend current talks or catch up on previous lectures by visiting the Leeds Arts Research Centre site.
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Applicants should either have at least a second class honours degree in architecture, landscape architecture, urban design, or other design discipline, or in a subject related to their chosen pathway as listed below, or have equivalent experience or training, normally from within the work environment, related to the subject pathway.
In your personal statement, as well as the reason for your application, your interest and experience in the field and your future ambitions within the subject area, you should articulate the particular pathway you are interested in following and your reasons for selecting that option.
All suitable candidates who meet the entry requirements will be required to submit a portfolio of creative work related to the cognate areas listed above. Your portfolio should include examples from your previous education, professional experience, or personal work. The course is highly experimental and design-oriented. Candidates are expected to possess and be keen to develop strong design and technical skills in relation to their design research methods.
All applications should be supported by a reference, either academic or professional; you can download our reference template for completion.
All applicants should satisfy our English Language requirements. Please note the IELTS requirement for this course are IELTS 6.5 with no skill below 6.0. Further details about acceptable equivalent qualifications can be found on our International Student information pages.
Applicants should either have at least a second class honours degree in architecture, landscape architecture, urban design, or other design discipline, or in a subject related to their chosen pathway as listed below, or have equivalent experience or training, normally from within the work environment, related to the subject pathway.
In your personal statement, as well as the reason for your application, your interest and experience in the field and your future ambitions within the subject area, you should articulate the particular pathway you are interested in following and your reasons for selecting that option.
All suitable candidates who meet the entry requirements will be required to submit a portfolio of creative work related to the cognate areas listed above. Your portfolio should include examples from your previous education, professional experience, or personal work. The course is highly experimental and design-oriented. Candidates are expected to possess and be keen to develop strong design and technical skills in relation to their design research methods.
All applications should be supported by a reference, either academic or professional; you can download our reference template for completion.
All applicants should satisfy our English Language requirements. Please note the IELTS requirement for this course are IELTS 6.5 with no skill below 6.0. Further details about acceptable equivalent qualifications can be found on our International Student information pages.
All applicants should satisfy our English Language requirements. Please note the IELTS requirement for this course are IELTS 6.5 with no skill below 6.0. Further details about acceptable equivalent qualifications can be found on our International Student information pages.
We may use selection criteria based on your personal attributes; experience and/or commitment to the area of study. This information will be derived from your personal statement and reference and will only be used if you have met the general entry requirements.
Independent study is a crucial part of learning at university and you will be required to undertake many hours of self-directed research and reading, and preparation and writing of assessments. Your course is delivered through a number of modules, which will help you to plan your time and establish a study routine. Outside of your lectures, workshops and tutorials, a range of support is available to assist with your independent study. Our subject-specific librarians will be on hand to direct you to the specialist learning and study-skill resources. You’ll also be assigned an academic advisor to give you tailored feedback and support.
UK
The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2026/27 is £10400. The amount you will pay may increase each year to take into account the effects of inflation.
International 2026
The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2026/27 is £18440. The amount you will pay is fixed at this level for each year of your course.
For students entering in 2026
The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2026/27 is £10400. The amount you will pay may increase each year to take into account the effects of inflation.
Your tuition fees cover the cost of registration, tuition, academic supervision, assessments and examinations.
The following are also included in the cost of your course:
In many cases, costs associated with your course will be included in your course fee. However, in some cases there are ‘essential’ additional costs (those that you will be required to meet in addition to your course fee), and/or ‘optional’ additional costs (costs that are not required, but that you might choose to pay). We have included those essential or optional additional costs that relate to your course, below.
Other study-related expenses to consider: materials that you will need to complete your course such as books (whilst the library provides access to readings recommended for your modules, you may wish to purchase your own copies of some books); you can also make suggestions for books to be added to Library stock; placement costs (these may include travel expenses and living costs); student visas (international students only); printing, photocopying and stationery (you may need to pay for multiple copies of your dissertation or final project to be printed and bound); events associated with your course such as field trips; study abroad opportunities (travel costs and accommodation, visas and immunisations). Other costs could include academic conferences (travel costs) and professional-body membership (where applicable). The costs you will need to cover for graduation will include gown hire and guest tickets, and optional extras such as professional photography.
As well as your mobile phone, you will also need access to a desktop computer and/or laptop to complete assignments and access university online services such as MyBeckett, your virtual learning environment. You can book and borrow AV equipment through the media equipment service accessed online via the student hub and located in the library at each campus. Equipment includes: 360 Cameras, iPads, GoPros, MacBooks, portable data projectors, portable projection screens, flipchart stands, remote presenters, digital cameras and camcorders, SLR cameras, speakers, microphones, headphones, headsets, tripods, digital audio recorders and PC/laptops (a laptop loans service is provided on campus in the library on both campuses). Student laptops are also available from the laptop lockers located in the libraries.
This list is not exhaustive, costs are approximate and will vary depending on the choices you make during your course. Any rental, travel or living costs are also in addition to your course fees. If you choose to study via distance learning, you may not be able to access all of the facilities listed if you are not able to visit us on campus.
For students entering in 2026
The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2026/27 is £18440. The amount you will pay is fixed at this level for each year of your course.
Your tuition fees cover the cost of registration, tuition, academic supervision, assessments and examinations.
The following are also included in the cost of your course:
In many cases, costs associated with your course will be included in your course fee. However, in some cases there are ‘essential’ additional costs (those that you will be required to meet in addition to your course fee), and/or ‘optional’ additional costs (costs that are not required, but that you might choose to pay). We have included those essential or optional additional costs that relate to your course, below.
Other study-related expenses to consider: materials that you will need to complete your course such as books (whilst the library provides access to readings recommended for your modules, you may wish to purchase your own copies of some books); you can also make suggestions for books to be added to Library stock; placement costs (these may include travel expenses and living costs); student visas (international students only); printing, photocopying and stationery (you may need to pay for multiple copies of your dissertation or final project to be printed and bound); events associated with your course such as field trips; study abroad opportunities (travel costs and accommodation, visas and immunisations). Other costs could include academic conferences (travel costs) and professional-body membership (where applicable). The costs you will need to cover for graduation will include gown hire and guest tickets, and optional extras such as professional photography.
As well as your mobile phone, you will also need access to a desktop computer and/or laptop to complete assignments and access university online services such as MyBeckett, your virtual learning environment. You can book and borrow AV equipment through the media equipment service accessed online via the student hub and located in the library at each campus. Equipment includes: 360 Cameras, iPads, GoPros, MacBooks, portable data projectors, portable projection screens, flipchart stands, remote presenters, digital cameras and camcorders, SLR cameras, speakers, microphones, headphones, headsets, tripods, digital audio recorders and PC/laptops (a laptop loans service is provided on campus in the library on both campuses). Student laptops are also available from the laptop lockers located in the libraries.
This list is not exhaustive, costs are approximate and will vary depending on the choices you make during your course. Any rental, travel or living costs are also in addition to your course fees. If you choose to study via distance learning, you may not be able to access all of the facilities listed if you are not able to visit us on campus.
Discover more about our range of postgraduate funding options including a Master's Loan of up to £12,858, and our 20% alumni discount*
*Terms apply
There’s a lot to consider when choosing a course. Take a look at the team you’ll be working with, employability statistics and career prospects to help make up your mind.
This course equips you with leadership and professional practice skills, fostering ethical awareness and responsibility. It will help you advance your knowledge and skills in architecture and urban design, and you could go on to specialise in:
Upon graduation, you may seek to further your education to PhD level with the intention of entering an academic career. Alternatively, you could look for new forms of inter-disciplinary practice beyond traditional modes in architecture and urban design/planning.
Hyun Jun Park is a practitioner, writer, curator, and Course Director of Postgraduate Architecture at the Leeds School of Architecture.
We aim to train the next generation of world leaders in the discipline. The course is designed to be highly original, experimental, and ambitious. You’ll study a specialised pathway alongside an internationally renowned teaching team, engaging in experimental, practice-based, design-led research. The course is open to applicants with similar backgrounds. By joining our programme, you’ll have the opportunity to expand and enhance your existing knowledge, divert your career paths, redefine your future practice, and contribute to a better future.”
Our research themes include building performance and energy, civil engineering water research, spatial and neighbourhood planning and architectural history and theory. All our research is linked closely to industry through partnerships and professionally supported activities.
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