Master of Architecture

Sustainability concerns are changing how people think about architecture. Buildings account for a large percentage of the world’s energy expenditures and carbon emissions, which has driven demand for more sustainable architecture. RIT’s accredited master of architecture program is moving sustainability forward to elevate the value of architectural design. Students will learn how to design with context and substance in areas such as positive energy, performance building, climate-responsive designs, passive resiliency, and more. RIT's accredited architecture program offers an immersive program focused on investigating the complexity of designing buildings with people, space, and the environment in mind. Whether students have a background in the building design sector or are new to the field, the program will prepare them for a path to positively contribute to the design of tomorrow’s buildings, neighborhoods, and communities. RIT's program offers foundation courses as well as more in-depth classes exploring integrated building systems, urban planning, industrial ecology, and more. Students will also have the flexibility to choose electives in other subject areas based on their unique talents and career goals, such as business, engineering, energy, or additional design skills.