Delivery
On-Campus
Architecture, M.Arch., and Urban Design, M.U.D., Dual Degree
Program Overview
The Master of Architecture (M.Arch.) and Master of Urban Design (M.U.D.) dual degree at UNC Charlotte integrates professional architectural training with urban-scale design expertise to shape meaningful public spaces at the neighborhood and city levels.
Year 1: Core M.Arch. courses build a foundation in architectural design and theory.
Year 2: Specialized M.U.D. coursework and a summer program expand students’ urban design skills.
Year 3: The program culminates with advanced M.Arch. coursework and a final integrated project.
This dual-degree program prepares graduates for interdisciplinary careers in architecture and urban design, equipping them with the skills to lead and innovate in sustainable, community-driven design solutions.
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Plans of Study
Any of the three Master of Architecture concentrations can be combined with the Master of Urban Design. The M.Arch. offers three distinct tracks to accommodate students from different academic backgrounds. Explore plans of study, below.
M.Arch. I / M.U.D. – 114 credits
When completed together, a specified 9 credits of the 96-credit M.Arch. I and specified 3 credits of the 36-credit M.U.D. are waived as per the UNC Charlotte catalog, for a 114-credit dual degree.
Fall 1 (15 Credit Hours)
- ARCH 5201 – Architectural History I (3)
- ARCH 5602 – Materials (3)
- ARCH 6602 – Representation I (3)
- ARCH 6101 – Design Studio Fundamentals (6)
Spring 1 (15 Credit Hours)
- ARCH 5202 – Architectural History II (3)
- ARCH 5603 – Environmental Systems (3)
- ARCH 6603 – Representation II (3)
- ARCH 6102 – Design Studio Fundamentals (6)
Fall 2 (15 Credit Hours)
- ARCH 5203 – Architectural History III (3)
- ARCH 5604 – Computational Methods (3)
- MUDD 6606 – GIS and Urban Mapping (3)
- ARCH 7101 – Topical Design Studio (6)
Summer 1 (6 Credit Hours)
- ARCH 6103 – Design Studio: Basics (6)
Fall 2 (15 Credit Hours)
- ARCH 5203 – Architectural History III (3)
- ARCH 5302 – Structural Principles (3)
- ARCH 5604 – Computational Methods (3)
- MUDD 6101 – Urban Design Studio I (6)
Spring 2 (12 credit hours)
- ARCH 5060 – Architectural History Topic (3)
- ARCH 5303 – Structural Practices (3)
- ARCH 5605 – Computational Practice (3)
- MUDD 5601 – Community Planning Workshop (3)
Fall 3 (12 credit hours)
- MUDD 6601 – Modern City (3)
- MUDD 6606 – GIS and Urban Mapping (3)
- MUDD 6101 – Urban Design Studio I (6)
Spring 3 (6 credit hours) – part time
- MUDD 6102 – Urban Design Studio II (6)
Summer 3 (12 credit hours)
- MUDD 7120 – International Study (6)
- MUDD 7102 – Urban Design Studio III (6)
Fall 4 (12 credit hours)
- ARCH 5305 – Building Systems Integration (3)
- ARCH 7201 – Research and Design Methods (3)
- ARCH 7103 – Integrated Studio (6)
Spring 4 (12 credit hours)
- ARCH 6306 – Technology Topic (3)
- ARCH 5206 – Professional Practice (3)
- ARCH 7104 – Diploma Studio (6)
114 Total Credit hours
M.Arch. II / M.U.D. – 78 credits
When completed together, a specified 9 credits of the 60-credit M.Arch. II and specified 3 credits of the 36-credit M.U.D. are waived as per the UNC Charlotte catalog, for a 78-credit dual degree.
Fall 1 (15 Credit Hours)
- ARCH 5203 – Architectural History III (3)
- students with a BA in Architecture from UNC Charlotte that have taken ARCH 4203 should take MUDD 6601 Modern City instead
- ARCH 5604 – Computational Methods (3)
- students with a BA in Architecture from UNC Charlotte that have taken ARCH 4604 should take ARCH 6306 – Tech Topics instead
- MUDD 6606 – GIS and Urban Mapping (3)
- MUDD 6101 – Urban Design Studio I (6)
Spring 1 (15 Credit Hours)
- ARCH 5605 – Computational Practice (3)
- students with a BA in Architecture from UNC Charlotte that have taken ARCH 4605 should take an architectural elective instead
- ARCH 5060 – Architectural History Topic (3)
- MUDD 5601 – Community Planning Workshop (3)
- MUDD 6102 – Urban Design Studio II (6)
Summer 1 (12 credit hours)
- MUDD 7120 – International Study (6)
- MUDD 7102 – Urban Design Studio III (6)
Fall 2 (12 credit hours)
- MUDD 6601 – Modern City (3) or ARCH 5060 – Architectural History Topic (3)
- ARCH 6306 – Technology Topic (3)
- ARCH 7101 – Topical Design Studio (6)
Spring + Summer 2 (0 credit hours) – open semesters for internship
Fall 3 (12 credit hours)
- ARCH 5305 – Building Systems Integration (3)
- ARCH 7201 – Research and Design Methods (3)
- ARCH 7103 – Integrated Studio (6)
Spring 3 (12 credit hours)
- ARCH 6306 – Technology Topic (3)
- ARCH 5206 – Professional Practice (3)
- ARCH 7104 – Diploma Studio (6)
78 Total Credit hours
M.Arch. Advanced Standing / M.U.D. – 64 credits
When completed together, a specified 9 credits of the 40-credit MArch Advanced Standing and specified 3 credits of the 36-credit Master of Urban Design are waived as per the UNC Charlotte catalog, for a 64-credit dual degree.
Summer 1 (10 Credit hours)
- ARCH 7101 – Design Studio Topics (6)
- ARCH 6050 – Architecture Topics (4)
Fall 1 (12 Credit Hours)
- ARCH 5305 – Building Systems Integration (3)
- ARCH 7201 – Research and Design Methods (3)
- ARCH 7103 – Integrated Studio (6)
Spring 1 (12 Credit Hours)
- MUDD 5601 – Community Planning Workshop (3)
- ARCH 5206 – Professional Practice (3)
- ARCH 7104 – Diploma Studio (6)
Fall 2 (12 credit hours)
- MUDD 6601 – Modern City (3)
- MUDD 6606 – GIS and Urban Mapping (3)
- MUDD 6101 – Urban Design Studio I (6)
Spring 2 (6 credit hours – part time)
- MUDD 6102 – Urban Design Studio II (6)
Summer 2 (12 credit hours)
- MUDD 7120 – International Study (6)
- MUDD 7102 – Urban Design Studio III (6)
64 Total Credit hours
Master of Architecture
The M.Arch. is a NAAB-accredited professional degree that prepares students to become licensed architects and leaders in the built environment.
Master of Urban Design
The M.U.D. degree is a specialized program focused on urban-scale interventions to create meaningful public space for communities, neighborhoods, and cities.
“My favorite thing about the School of Architecture is the sense of community. There is an environment of inspiration – and not competitiveness – that drives the school. I know if I am struggling with a concept or design technique, I can reach out to my peers or I can go to a professor to get the assistance I need.”
Joel Fudge
Master of Architecture
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Explore Official University Catalog
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