Program Overview
The Master's in Sustainable Architecture and Bioconstruction emphasizes the design of environmentally friendly buildings. The program covers urban planning, sustainable project management, and the integration of renewable energies. Graduates are prepared for careers as architectural design professionals, consultants, and collaborators in the field of sustainable architecture. The program also provides access to specialized tools for project development and assessment.
Program Outline
It provides a comprehensive approach to the theoretical and practical aspects of sustainable architecture and environmental management, grounded in the UN Sustainable Development Goals. The program emphasizes designing buildings with low environmental impact, integrating concepts of circular bioeconomy and energy efficiency. The faculty, recognized nationally and internationally, ensures a high-quality education that prepares students for the current and future challenges of the industry. The program also provides the necessary knowledge to obtain the certification of certifier or evaluator at the associate level of the BREEAM and LEED sustainable certificates.
Outline:
1st Semester:
- Module 1: Urbanism and Environmental Landscape (6 ECTS): This module covers the principles of sustainable urban planning and landscape design, focusing on minimizing environmental impact and promoting ecological balance.
- Module 2: Sustainable Project Management and Bioconstruction (6 ECTS): This module explores the principles of sustainable project management, including life cycle analysis, environmental impact assessment, and the use of bio-based materials in construction.
- Module 3: Sustainable Architecture and Circular Bioeconomy in Design Phases (6 ECTS): This module delves into the design principles of sustainable architecture, incorporating circular bioeconomy concepts to minimize waste and maximize resource efficiency.
- Module 5: Sustainable Envelope and Structural Systems.
- Pollutants (6 ECTS): This module examines the design of sustainable building envelopes and structural systems, considering materials, insulation, and ventilation, and explores the impact of pollutants on the environment and human health.
2nd Semester:
- Module 6: Environmental Assessment: Simulation and Evidence through Advanced Tools (9 ECTS): This module introduces students to advanced tools and techniques for environmental assessment, including simulation software and data analysis methods.
- Module 8: External Academic Internship (6 ECTS): This module offers students the opportunity to gain practical experience in the field of sustainable architecture through internships with leading companies in the sector.
- Module 9: Research Methodology (6 ECTS): This module introduces students to research methods and techniques relevant to sustainable architecture, enabling them to conduct independent research and contribute to the field.
- Module 10: Master's Thesis (6 ECTS): This module culminates the program with the development and completion of a Master's thesis, allowing students to apply their knowledge and skills to a specific research question or project.
Teaching:
The program utilizes a combination of theoretical and practical teaching methods, including lectures, seminars, workshops, and project-based learning. The faculty comprises experts in the field of sustainable architecture, providing students with a high level of academic and professional guidance. The program emphasizes a "learning by doing" approach, encouraging students to develop their skills through hands-on projects and real-world applications.
Careers:
Graduates of the Master's Degree in Sustainable Architecture and Bioconstruction are well-prepared for a variety of career paths in the field of sustainable architecture, including:
- Architectural Design Professionals: Graduates can work as architects, designing and developing sustainable buildings and projects.
- Consultants and Collaborators: Graduates can work as consultants or collaborators in multidisciplinary teams, providing expertise in sustainable architecture, technology, management, engineering, design, and urban planning.
- Competition Participants: Graduates can participate in architectural competitions, rehabilitation projects, research initiatives, curatorial roles, exhibitions, and teaching positions.
Other:
The program provides access to specialized tools such as TCQ, Cype engineers, Meteonorm, Design Builder, Grasshopper, and others. The program is designed to be the most up-to-date and comprehensive in the market, preparing qualified professionals in the new architectural trends based on the fulfillment of the SDGs and the most demanded by the labor market. Students learn by developing deployment projects in real environments, following the "learning by doing" philosophy promoted by the University.
