The regulations for this degree are to be read in conjunction with all other relevant statutes and regulations including the Academic Statutes and Regulations.

1 In order to be admitted to this degree, an applicant intending to complete 120 points must have:

a completed the requirements for the Master of Architecture (Professional) from this University with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher, or have equivalent prior study

or

b completed the requirements for the Postgraduate Diploma in Architecture from this University with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher, or have equivalent prior study.

2 In order to be admitted to this degree, an applicant intending to complete 180 points must have:

a completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Architectural Studies from this University with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher, or have equivalent prior study

or

b completed the requirements for the Bachelor of Architectural Studies from this University with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher in 60 points above Stage II.

3 Equivalence in Regulations 1 and 2 will be determined by the University. Equivalence pertains to the standard as well as nature and level of study.

4 a In exceptional circumstances the requirements in Regulation 1 may be waived by the Associate Dean Academic or nominee if they determine that an applicant has a bachelors degree and relevant practical, professional or scholarly experience of an appropriate kind that is equivalent to one year of postgraduate study.

b In exceptional circumstances the requirements in Regulation 2 may be waived by the Associate Dean Academic or nominee if they determine that an applicant has at least three years of relevant practical, professional or scholarly experience that provides an equivalent level of preparation.

5 A student admitted to this degree under Regulation 1 or 4a must:

a pass courses with a total value of 120 points

and

b complete within the time limit specified in the General Regulations – Masters Degrees

and

c not exceed 160 points for the total enrolment for this degree.

6 A student admitted to this degree under Regulation 2 or 4b must:

a pass courses with a total value of 180 points

and

b complete within the time limit specified in the General Regulations – Masters Degrees

and

c not exceed 220 points for the total enrolment for this degree.

7 A student admitted to this degree must complete the requirements as listed in the Master of Architecture Schedule.

8 A student who has to complete 180 points must achieve a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher in their first 60 points of taught courses taken for this degree prior to enrolment in ARCHGEN 793. If this Grade Point Average is not achieved, enrolment in the Master of Architecture cannot continue.

9 A student must complete the University of Auckland Academic Integrity course as specified in the Enrolment and Programme Regulations, Academic Integrity, of the University Calendar.

10 a The thesis is to be carried out under the guidance of a supervisor appointed by the Programme Director.

b The thesis topic must be approved by the Programme Director prior to enrolment.

c The thesis is to be completed and submitted in accordance with the General Regulations – Masters Degrees.

11 A student may apply to reassign courses passed for this degree to the Postgraduate Diploma in Architecture or Postgraduate Certificate in Architecture.

12 This degree may be awarded with Honours as specified in the General Regulations – Masters Degrees.

13 In exceptional circumstances the Programme Director may approve a variation to a student’s programme of study in accordance with the Enrolment and Programme Regulations.

14 These regulations and/or schedule have been amended with effect from 1 January 2026.