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Karlsruher Institut für Technologie
Master German + English Arts & Design

Architecture

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

About the Program

In the master's degree program in Architecture, students deepen and expand their creative, technical and scientific skills from their bachelor's degree and develop their own professional profile. The program is structured as a project course based around the subject of design. Students work on comprehensive structural or urban design projects each semester, supplemented by thematically relevant design specializations. The program offers three thematic focus areas: Urban Design, Building Technology, and Architectural and Cultural Heritage. With the Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Architecture, graduates acquire a professionally qualifying degree that complies with the guidelines of the Federal Chamber of Architects and international associations such as UIA and AESOP. It prepares students for responsible activities in architecture, urban planning, research and teaching and creates the basis for building permit authorization and membership in a chamber of architects.
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In the master's degree program in Architecture, students deepen and expand their creative, technical and scientific skills from their bachelor's degree and develop their own professional profile. The program is structured as a project course based around the subject of design. Students work on comprehensive structural or urban design projects each semester, supplemented by thematically relevant design specializations. The program offers three thematic focus areas: Urban Design, Building Technology, and Architectural and Cultural Heritage. With the Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Architecture, graduates acquire a professionally qualifying degree that complies with the guidelines of the Federal Chamber of Architects and international associations such as UIA and AESOP. It prepares students for responsible activities in architecture, urban planning, research and teaching and creates the basis for building permit authorization and membership in a chamber of architects.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Architecture at Karlsruher Institut für Technologie

Is Architecture at Karlsruher Institut für Technologie taught in German or English?

This Master programme is taught in German + English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Architecture programme cost?

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Architecture at Karlsruher Institut für Technologie?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German + English), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline?

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Architecture?

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Karlsruher Institut für Technologie — directly or via uni-assist?

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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