The Integrated Second Cycle Study Program Master of Science in Architecture is a five-year program offered by the Faculty of Engineering and Architecture – Department of Architecture and Design. It provides a comprehensive education in architectural principles, combining theoretical knowledge with practical skills to prepare innovative architects for contemporary challenges.
Department
Levels
Duration
Degree
Architecture and Design
PIND
5 Years
UNYT
Department
Levels
Duration
Degree
Architecture and Design
PIND
5 Years
UNYT
Department
Architecture and Design
Levels
PIND
Duration
5 Years
Degree
UNYT
The Master of Science in Architecture is a five-year integrated program offered by the Faculty of Engineering and Architecture at the Department of Architecture and Design. It combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills to prepare students for contemporary architectural challenges.
Admission requires completion of secondary education and meeting specific grade criteria. The program fosters creative skills, ethical design practices, and critical thinking, while emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration and lifelong learning.
Graduates must earn a minimum of 234 ECTS credits to graduate and can pursue various career paths, including licensed architect roles, urban planning, and sustainable design. The program also allows for further studies in specialized areas and offers opportunities for research and advanced degrees, including Ph.D. programs.
| No | CODE | COURSE NAME | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| First-year/ First Semester | |||
| 1 | ARCH 101 | Basic Design - (Dizajn i Pergjithshëm) | 8 |
| 2 | ENG 101 | Composition I - (Shkrim Akademik I) | 6 |
| 3 | CS 102 | Computer Applications - (Aplikime Kompjuterike) | 6 |
| 4 | MATH 101 | Calculus I - (Kalkulus I) | 6 |
| 5 | Foreign Language I - (Gjuhë e Huaj I) | 4 | |
| First-year/Second Semester | |||
| 6 | ARCH 108 | Introduction to Architecture - (Hyrje në Arkitekturë) | 8 |
| 7 | ENG 102 | Composition II – (Shkrim Akademik II) | 6 |
| 8 | ARCH 106 | History of Architecture, Art and Urban Design I (Histori e Arkitekturës, Artit dhe Dizajnit Urban I) | 6 |
| 9 | ARCH 107 | Introduction to Architectural Design (Hyrje në Dizajn Arkitekturor) | 6 |
| 10 | Foreign Language II – (Gjuhë e Huaj II) | 4 | |
| Second Year/ First Semester | |||
| 1 | ARCH 201 | Architectural Design I - (Dizajn Arkitekturor I) | 8 |
| 2 | ARCH 202 | Design Studio I - (Dizajn Studio I) | 6 |
| 3 | ARCH 203 | History of Architecture, Art and Urban Design II (Histori e Arkitekturës, Artit dhe Dizajnit Urban II) | 6 |
| 4 | ARCH 204 | Computer Aided Design - (Dizajn Kompjuterik) | 6 |
| 5 | GD 202 | Graphic Design Communication - (Komunikim në Dizajn Grafik) | 4 |
| Second Year/ Second Semester | |||
| 6 | ARCH 206 | Architectural Design II - (Dizajn Arkitekturor II) | 8 |
| 7 | ARCH 207 | Design Studio II - (Dizajn Studio II) | 6 |
| 8 | ARCH 208 | Technical Drawing - (Vizatim Teknik) | 6 |
| 9 | INTD 207 | Introduction to Design Concepts (Hyrje në Konceptet e Dizajnit) | 6 |
| 10 | ARCH 303 | Statics - (Statikë) | 4 |
| Third Year/ First Semester | |||
| 1 | ARCH 301 | Architectural Design III - (Dizajn Arkitekturor III) | 8 |
| 2 | ARCH 302 | Design Studio III - (Dizajn Studio III) | 6 |
| 3 | ARCH 305 | Theories of Architecture, Art and Urban Design (Teoritë e Arkitekturës, Artit dhe Dizajnit Urban) | 6 |
| 4 | ARCH 304 | Landscape Architecture - (Arkitekturë Peisazhi) | 6 |
| 5 | ARCH 209 | Acoustics - (Akustikë) | 4 |
| Third Year/ Second Semester | |||
| 6 | ARCH 306 | Architectural Design IV - (Dizajn Arkitekturor IV) | 8 |
| 7 | ARCH 307 | Design Studio IV - (Dizajn Studio IV) | 6 |
| 8 | ARCH 308 | Sustainable Environment - (Mjedis i Qëndrueshëm) | 6 |
| 9 | Elective Course at Department or Faculty level (Lëndë me zgjedhje në nivel Departamenti) | 6 | |
| 10 | INT 398 | Internship I - (Internship I – Praktike I) | 4 |
| Fourth Year/ First Semester | |||
| 1 | ARCH 401 | Architectural Design V - (Dizajn Arkitekturor V) | 8 |
| 2 | ARCH 402 | Design Studio V - (Dizajn Studio V) | 6 |
| 3 | ARCH 403 | Planning Studio - (Studio Planifikimi) | 6 |
| 4 | Elective course at University level (Lëndë me zgjedhje në nivel Universiteti) | 6 | |
| 5 | ARCH 404 | Theory of Structures - (Teori Strukturash) | 4 |
| Fourth Year/ Second Semester | |||
| 6 | ARCH 406 | Architectural Design VI - (Dizajn Arkitekturor VI) | 8 |
| 7 | ARCH 407 | Design Studio VI - (Dizajn Studio VI) | 6 |
| 8 | INTD 406 | Advanced Interior Design - (Dizajn Interier i Avancuar) | 6 |
| 9 | ARCH 408 | Advanced Urban Planning - (Planifikim Urban i Avancuar) | 6 |
| 10 | INT 498 | Internship II - (Internship II – Praktike II) | 4 |
| Fifth Year/ First Semester | |||
| 1 | RM 533 | Advanced Research Methods (Metoda Kërkimore të Avancuara) | 8 |
| 2 | ARCH 501 | Industrial Design - (Dizajn Industrial) | 6 |
| 3 | ARCH 502 | Design Studio VII - (Dizajn Studio VII) | 6 |
| 4 | ARCH 598 | Dissertation Seminar - (Seminar për Dizertacionin) | 6 |
| 5 | Elective course at University level (Lëndë me zgjedhje në nivel Universiteti) | 4 | |
| Fifth Year/ Second Semester | |||
| 6 | Elective course at University level (Lëndë me zgjedhje në nivel Universiteti) | 6 | |
| 7 | Elective course at Department or Faculty level (Lëndë me zgjedhje në nivel Deparatamenti ose Fakulteti) | 6 | |
| 8 | Elective course at Department or Faculty level (Lëndë me zgjedhje në nivel Deparatamenti ose Fakulteti) | 6 | |
| 9 | GP 598 | GRADUATION PROJECT - (Teza e Diplomës) | 12 |
Elective Courses at Department /Faculty Level
| No. | CODE | COURSE NAME | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CS 103 | Hyrje në Shkenca Kompjuterike dhe Inxhinierike (Introduction to Computer Science and Engineering) | 6 |
| 2 | ARCH 211 | Hyrje në të Menduar Dizenjues (Introduction to Designerly Thinking) | 6 |
| 3 | ARCH 311 | Përdoruesi në Dizajnin Arkitekturor (User in Architectural Design) | 6 |
| 4 | TLCM 202 | Elektronika dhe Logjika Digjitale (Digital Electronics and Logic) | 6 |
| 5 | PHYS 102 | Bota Shkencore (Scientific World) | 6 |
| 6 | MATH 201 | Matematikë Diskrete (Discrete Mathematics) | 6 |
| 7 | STAT 201 | Statistikë I (Statistics I) | 6 |
| 8 | STAT 202 | Statistikë II (Statistics II) | 6 |
| 9 | STAT 203 | Probabilitet dhe Statistikë (Probability and Statistics) | 6 |
| 10 | GT 201 | Teori Loje (Game Theory) | 6 |
Elective Courses at the University Level
| No. | CODE | COURSE NAME | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ALB 131 | Albanian Language I (Gjuhë Shqipe I) | 4 |
| 2 | TUR 131 | Turkish Language I (Gjuhë Turke I) | 4 |
| 3 | ALB 132 | Albanian Language II (Gjuhë Shqipe II) | 4 |
| 4 | TUR 132 | Turkish Language II (Gjuhë Turke II) | 4 |
| 5 | ART 201 | Photography (Fotografi) | 4 |
| 6 | ART 202 | Art History (Histori Arti) | 4 |
| 7 | IR 222 | Islamic World (Bota Islame) | 4 |
| 8 | IR 334 | EU and Balkan Studies (Studime te Bashkimit Europian dhe Ballkanit) | 4 |
| 9 | BIO 333 | Human Nutrition (Te ushqyerit e Njeriut) | 4 |
| 10 | BIO 334 | Biology (Biologji) | 4 |
| 11 | BIO 335 | Contemporary Health Problems (Çeshtje Bashkekohore Të Shëndetit) | 4 |
| 12 | LAW 321 | Competition Law (E Drejta e Konkurrencës) | 4 |
| 13 | BI 302 | Project Management in IT (Menaxhim Projektesh në Teknologjinë e Informacionit) | 4 |
| 14 | PSY 310 | Developmental Psychology (Psikologji Zhvillimi) | 4 |
| 15 | CS 310 | System Administration (Administrim Sistemi) | 4 |
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