OFFER
Access 11,600 Degrees in Europe
Save 35% Today

Master's Degrees in Architecture You'll Love

In Europe, there are 183 accredited, affordable, 100% English taught Architecture Master's degree programs for international students. Twenty two of these programs offer free tuition, even for international students and a total of 76 offer tuition of less than 5,000 EUR.
Master's Degrees in Architecture You'll Love

Watch it now

Contents
Jennifer Viemont
Founder Emeritus
Find out which European university has bachelor's degree programs that match your interests, goals, qualifications and budget!
Take the 2-Min QuizBook FREE Strategy Call
This article was originally published before 2022 and will be updated soon.
Article originally published on Oct 14, 2020 and updated on Feb 07, 2023

If you’re interested in learning about the options for an Architecture Master's in Europe, you’re in the right place.

I was listening to one of my favorite podcasts today, 99% Invisible, when I realized I wanted to focus a post on one of my favorite subjects - architecture.

The podcast episode talked about kidney shaped swimming pools, the birth of skateboarding, and concluded with an interesting connection with education in Europe that I won’t spoil.

I’ll also plug another favorite episode from 99% Invisible on La Sagrada Família in Barcelona. The story of this building combines intrigue, adventure, the Spanish Civil War, and design ingenuity into a story that’s ongoing because the project to build Spain’s great cathedral is ongoing. Visiting this building was unlike any other experience I’ve had, because unlike every other building I’d been in, Gaudi’s cathedral actually mixed architectural styles and incorporated organic elements.

Why Study Architecture?

Architecture is very important in human history and anthropology, considering we each inhabit the structures built by our ancestors. Architecture degrees share ties to academic subjects like Construction Engineering, Graphic Design, User Experience Design, and Arts.

Architects need to have an eye for beauty, utility, and durability. During architecture school, you may learn about architectural styles, the science of designing, design structures, landscape architecture and 3D designs. You will also discover computer software such as Computer-Aided Design (CAD), which helps you to plan, analyze, and optimize design work.

Your degree in Architecture will teach you all about design rules, where you should follow them, and where you’ll have some room for exploration and creativity. Knowing how to work with texture, color, contrast, lighting and many other aspects will allow you to become an expert in designing buildings. Of course, you will also have to make sure your vision can also be built according to safety standards and available resources.

Courses in Architecture Master's Degrees

Some of the courses Architecture students will gain access to include:

  • Analysis of Contemporary Architecture
  • City Design and Development
  • Urban Design Policy
  • Residential Design
  • Green Construction

Careers for Architecture Graduates

After graduating with a degree in Architecture, you may have the opportunity to work as a:

  • Licensed architect
  • CAD technician
  • Interior and spatial designer
  • Urban designer
  • Building surveyor
  • Construction manager
  • Landscape architect
  • Structural engineer

Are there Many Architecture Master's Programs in Europe?

In Europe, there are 183 English-taught, Architecture Master's degree programs geared toward international students. Twenty-two programs offer free tuition, even for international students and a total of 76 offer tuition less than 5,000 EUR. Of the 183 programs, most programs are 2 years in duration, but a number are only 1-year programs, while a few are a 5-year combined bachelor's-master's program.

What Are the Entrance Requirements?

It varies per program, of course, but like most graduate degrees in Europe a related bachelor's degree will be required. Some require post-college work experience in a related field, and/or a minimum GPA in undergrad, and/or an entrance exam.

Master's in Architecture Costs

Tuition costs run the range across Europe for these programs, but let’s use a few examples from our recently updated  Top Colleges for Architecture 2023 Rankings page. A 2-year master’s Architecture program at the Polytech University of Milan in Italy currently costs $4,245 for annual tuition, for a total of $8,490 for the entire master’s degree. At the University of Pecs, in Hungary, their 5-year combined bachelor's-master's Architecture program costs $7,318 for annual tuition, totalling $36,590 for your entire undergraduate and graduate experience. And finally, for the 2-year master’s in Arch at the University College Dublin, annual tuition is $28,751, for a total of $57,502 for the whole of the degree. Of course, keep in mind, tuition price tags in Ireland are typically higher than all other countries in the EU, but regardless, these numbers are far below what you would find in the US . 

How do I find master's programs in Architecture that are taught in English?

This is literally at the heart of what we do at Beyond the States, and have done for many years, and for thousands of families and students in the US, so our database is a good place to start. It opens the doors to a treasure-trove of our resources and materials, including of course our proprietary database of over 8,231 affordable, accredited, English-taught master’s programs across continental Europe and Ireland.

Ready to explore your master’s degree options in Europe? When we began researching college in Europe over 8 years ago, we quickly realized there was no single source of objective information, so we decided to create one with Beyond the States. We say objective because we don’t accept advertising money from schools. We also don’t get any monetary compensation from a school if a student we work with goes there versus another school.

Happy searching!

Cost comparison chart, including hidden fees.

Swipe left on the chart to see the full comparison.
Tuition
$
$
$
Housing
$
$
$
Living Expenses
$
$
$
Books
$
$
$
Health Insurance
$
$
$
Fees
$
$
$
Travel
$
$
$
Annual Total
$
0
$
0
$
0
Years to Complete
Total for Degree
$
0
$
0
$
0
More Expensive By
$
0
$
0

Read while you listen

Discover all the English-taught European college programs in one place.

Beyond the States provides easy access to 11,600+ European bachelor's and master's programs across 870 universities, 550 cities, and 212 areas of study, plus all the resources you need to get there. No sponsorships. No bias.
3400+
English-taught bachelor's programs in our database.
8200+
English-taught master's programs in our database.
550
Beautiful European cities to choose from.
870
Top-tier universities accepting international students.
332,948
Typical savings against a private university in the US.
60,123
Typical savings against in-state tuition in the US.
All inclusive of tuition, living, food, books, health insurance, travel expenses, as well as hidden fees. Compiled with data from students and the official websites from KU Leuven, UNC, and Duke.

Listen to the College Insights™ Podcast

Podcast Icon

What Transparent Admissions Requirements Really Mean

Featuring Jennifer Viemont
It’s that time of year again… College admissions are on the minds of many students who have attempted to get into their choice schools across the US; it can be a deeply confusing and stressful time for many.
Podcast Icon

Master's Degrees in Europe for International Students

Featuring Jennifer Viemont
Her conversation partner this week is Sean Dempsey, a past BTS member and recent graduate of the highly-ranked KU Leuven, in Belgium.
Podcast Icon

Will a European Degree Work for Me in the US?

Featuring Jennifer Viemont
Is a degree from Europe valuable enough in the US? Does it allow students to get into grad school and get a good job? Who gives accreditation to universities in the States?
Podcast Icon

How to Get a Master's Degree in Europe

Featuring Jennifer Viemont
In today’s episode, Jenn has an interesting discussion with Tiffany, a parent of one of our members, Ethan. She became so interested in the Beyond the States process herself so that she’s amid planning admission for herself and her husband – for a Master degree program in the EU!
Podcast Icon

Avoid the Pitfalls of College Rankings

Featuring Jennifer Viemont
How useful are college rankings actually? What do they measure? Can you find great colleges in Europe without relying on rankings?
Podcast Icon

The Myth of American Exceptionalism

Featuring Jennifer Viemont
We're going to be talking about the differences in the educational experience, meaning the academic side of things that students have in Europe versus in the US. So I'm always taken aback when people assume that universities in the US are the best globally.

Search free learning material

This form searches blog posts, cities, countries, colleges, areas of study, podcasts, and guides. It does not search the database. To search for programs and colleges, please sign up and login.
College Finder Quiz
Find out which European university has bachelor's degrees that match your interests, goals, qualifications and budget!
Go