Master of Architecture Fine Arts in Studio
Architecture saic.edu/arch Our Master of Architecture (MArch) program offers students an understanding of history, theory, and technique within the context of a highly ranked interdisciplinary institution. Students master the skills and critical thinking necessary to build a professional practice focused on advancing ideas and inventions in the field of architecture. We offer a National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB) accredited Master of Architecture degree with the options of a three-year track or a two-year accelerated track.
Interdisciplinary approach Coursework combines project-based design studios organized around a contemporary intellectual focus, technical courses in building structures and systems, professional practice and architectural technology courses, and electives in architectural history and theory. Students develop their practice by taking courses across SAIC. In their final year, they complete a comprehensive studio and pursue a self-directed design thesis under the supervision of department faculty.
Professional experience Through independent studios and joint ventures, students gain the ability to translate ideas into spatial environments and artifacts. External partnerships provide professional expertise with collaborations in and around Chicago, as well as recent participation in the Venice Architecture Biennale and the Chicago Architecture Biennial. The department appoints the Mitchell Visiting Professor and hosts the Mitchell Lecture Series that brings nationally and internationally acclaimed practitioners to campus.
For more information on requirements, please visit:
saic.edu/arch Sarah Aziz
Master of Architecture 2- and 3-year tracks SAIC offers a professional degree accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB) with two tracks: a three-year track beginning with a foundation of required skills and grounding in the history and theories specific to architecture, engineering, and design which is suited to students from a wide range of educational and professional backgrounds; and a two-year accelerated track for students with pre-professional bachelor’s degrees in architectural studies, architectural technology, or interior design. Both tracks recognize and underscore the significance of architectural design where form, structure, and enclosure are considered in proximity to materials, objects, human needs, and experience.
Certificate in Historic Preservation
Curriculum Requirements – Option 2 (2 Year Track) First Year Fall › › › ›
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First Year Fall
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› AIADO 5110 Arch/Inarch: Grad Studio 1 (6) › AIADO 5113 Arch/Inarch: Construction Systems (3) › AIADO 5123 Arch/Inarch: Structures 1 (3) › ARTHI 5102 Global History of Architecture, 1750–1900 (3) First Year Spring
ARCH 6120 Architecture: Grad Studio 4 (6) AIADO 6123 Codes, Specs, Joints (3) AIADO 6221 Arch/Inarch: Structures 2 (3) ARTHI 5122 Critical Terms in Modern Architecture (3)
Students also have an opportunity to concurrently pursue a Certificate in Historic Preservation through coursework in SAIC’s Historic Preservation Program. With Chicago’s historic landmarks as their workshop, students work alongside faculty to gain experience with the practice, theory, and science of preservation. This certificate can be earned concurrently with the MArch degree, and is best suited for our three-year track graduate students.
Second Year Fall
STEM field recognition
› AIADO 6220 Arch/Inarch: Grad Studio 6: Thesis (9) › AIADO 6222 Arch/Inarch: Practice Economies (3) › Electives (3)
SAIC’s Master of Architecture degree is STEM-designated by the National Science Foundation (NSF). This allows international students to qualify for a 24-month extension of Optional Practical Training (OPT) work opportunities.
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ARCH 6110 Architecture: Grad Studio 3 (6) AIADO 6112 Arch/Inarch: Nodes/Networks (3) Art History Elective (3) Elective (3)
First Year Spring
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Total Credit Hours
60 Matthew Hamaker
Faculty ELLEN GRIMES LINDA KEANE T. CAMILLE MARTIN-THOMSEN CARL RAY MILLER DOUGLAS PANCOAST HENNIE REYNDERS JONATHAN SOLOMON TRISTAN D’ESTREE STERK
Professors Emeriti ANDERS NEREIM BEN NICHOLSON For complete faculty listing visit: saic.edu/arch
Application Deadline: January 10
ARCH 6120 Architecture: Grad Studio 4 (6) AIADO 6123 Codes, Specs, Joints (3) Art History Elective (3) Elective (3)
Eugenia Macchia & Veronica Perez Untitled
Third Year Fall
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› INARC 6210 Interior Arch: Grad Studio 5 (6) › AIADO 6212 Arch/Inarch: Choreographed Systems (3) › AIADO 6213 Arch/Inarch: Thesis Strategies (3) › Elective (3) 15
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ARCH 6110 Architecture: Grad Studio 3 (6) AIADO 6112 Arch/Inarch: Nodes/Networks (3) Art History Elective (3) Elective (3)
Second Year Spring › › › ›
› Participation in four Graduate Critiques › Participation in Graduate Design Exhibition
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› AIADO 5120 Arch/Inarch: Grad Studio 2 (6) › AIADO 6221 Arch/Inarch: Structures 2 (3) › ARTHI 5122 Critical Terms in Modern Architecture (3) › Elective (3) Second Year Fall
› ARCH 6210 Architecture: Grad Studio 5 (6) › AIADO 6212 Arch/Inarch: Choreographed Systems (3) › ARCH 6213 Arch/Inarch: Thesis Strategies (3) › Elective (3) Second Year Spring
Curriculum Requirements (3 Year Track)
Third Year Spring › AIADO 6220 Arch/Inarch: Grad Studio 6 – Thesis (9) › AIADO 6222 Arch/Inarch: Practice Economies (3) › Electives (3) › Participation in four Graduate Critiques— participation in Critique Week is mandatory for the final four semesters of study at SAIC. › Participation in Graduate Design Exhibition Total Credit Hours
Application Process 15
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Submit: › Online application › Application fee › Official college transcripts › Statement of purpose › Letters of recommendation › ePortfolio › Résumé
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The Advanced Output Center Students have access to a fully equipped printing and prototyping lab, including: Heidi Metcalf, 2019
• 120w laser cutters • 3D printers, including machines that use PLA, ASA, and acrylic-like resin as building material • 3D scanners, including Artec Eva, Handyscan, and NextEngine • Flatbed and large format scanners
Jovana Crnomarkovic Exchanges, 2021
Graduate Admissions 36 South Wabash Avenue, suite 1201 Chicago, IL 60603 Phone 312.629.6100 / 800.232.7242 gradmiss@saic.edu
For application requirements, visit saic.edu/arch