Architectural Computation MSc

Architectural Computation postgraduate degree, at UCL’s Bartlett School of Architecture, equips students to design the built environment of tomorrow, by teaching the key skills to create generative and responsive architectural forms through exposure to real programming environments, the latest AI techniques and AI-focused architectural theory. Students gain advanced computational design skills that are applicable at the highest levels of architecture, design, research, and industry. These capabilities empower graduates to address complex design challenges with innovative, data-driven and AI-based solutions. The degree course places a strong emphasis on scientific research, encouraging work that could transform how the built environment is conceived, constructed, and experienced. Students are supported in developing novel computational methodologies with the potential to make a significant impact on the field. By integrating programming proficiency with rigorous theoretical frameworks, the curriculum equips students to create visionary and future-oriented design solutions. This course is designed for graduates and professionals from diverse engineering and design disciplines - including civil engineering, computer science, electronics, architecture, urban and landscape design, or mathematics - who are interested in advancing their skills in computational design. It offers an opportunity to explore the integration of programming within architectural practice, empowering participants to develop and apply computational techniques with the same fluency and confidence as any other design tool or form of communication. This programme is also available on a modular (flexible) basis, with a duration of 5 calendar years.

The normal minimum qualifications are a second-class Bachelor's degree from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Some basic computing experience is expected. Applicants with lower standard of degree may be considered if the degree is in a subject appropriate to the programme and the applicant has considerable experience as a professional at a senior level, Please note that a special qualifying examination may be set. Details of this route can be obtained from the Built Environment Faculty Office. Please see contact details below.