High Performance Buildings (M.HPB.)

The Master of High Performance Buildings degree—offered jointly by the College of Architecture and Armour College of Engineering’s Department of Civil, Architectural, and Environmental Engineering - is a post-professional program for individuals seeking the skills necessary to create design-driven, technologically innovative sustainable buildings. Illinois Institute of Technology is located in Chicago, long one of the world’s foremost hubs of architecture and engineering. We perfected long-span construction here and birthed the supertall tower - we know what it means to build. Students benefit from this legacy of continuous invention, supplemented by immersive study with leading architects and engineers. From new construction to energy-efficient retrofits, the program emphasizes mastery of cutting-edge building technologies in a hands-on setting, as well as an integrated approach to design practice that seamlessly blends building science, energy efficiency, and advanced l systems integration to reduce the environmental impacts of buildings. The Master of High Performance Buildings degree aims to develop a comprehensive understanding of the theories, methods, and technologies necessary to create energy-efficient, healthy, and sustainable buildings.

Applicants must have completed, or expect to complete before the start of the term, a professional Bachelor of Architecture degree or a Master of Science in Engineering degree from an accredited educational institution with at least a B average (GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or equivalent).