The Master of Architecture program is often referred to as a "Master of Architecture" or "M.Arch." as the degree earned.

This degree is designed for students who want to gain a higher level of knowledge and skills in the field of architecture and can be completed by students who have a bachelor's degree. This program can usually be completed in 1 to 3 years and offers students the opportunity to develop a specialized area of ​​expertise in architecture.

A master's degree in architecture is a program that allows students who have completed their undergraduate education in architecture to gain a deeper understanding of the field of architecture. These programs usually offer opportunities to research theories and practices in the discipline of architecture.

The program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of architecture, design and structural systems by using teaching methods that will help architecture and design students develop their design skills. Students learn in interactive learning environments.

Master's degree programs in architecture aim to provide students with the technical, creative and conceptual skills needed to pursue their careers as professional architects. These programs allow for the understanding of interactions between architecture and other disciplines and the development of interdisciplinary studies.

In addition, these programs allow students to take on leadership roles in the architecture profession, conduct research projects, teach and contribute to the development of the discipline of architecture.

Master's degree programs in architecture usually last between 2 and 3 years and include a series of courses and research projects. The programs offer students opportunities to research the history, theories, design principles and practices of the discipline of architecture.

2. Ability to follow and apply current theoretical and technological developments in the field of architecture.
3. Ability to systematically manage and apply the architectural design process.
4. Ability to make architectural project drawings and documentation.
5. Ability to analyze and evaluate architectural projects.
6. Ability to follow current legal regulations and standards in architecture.
7. Ability to effectively express architectural design projects with presentation and communication skills.
8. Ability to work as part of a team in architectural design and implementation projects.
9. Ability to make decisions by considering ethical values ​​in architectural design and implementation projects.
10. Ability to consider environmental, social and cultural factors in architectural design and implementation projects.
11. Ability to conduct research in the field of architecture, collect data, analyze and report.
12. Acquiring these gains contributes to the professional development and progress of students.

Architecture master's programs allow students to further study the architecture profession and specialize further. These programs typically provide students with in-depth knowledge of architectural design, history, theory, and practice. They can also provide practical experiences to enhance students' professional development and prepare them for advanced career opportunities.

Architecture master's programs are open to students with a completed bachelor's degree and are also beneficial for professionals with experience working in architecture, construction, engineering, or related disciplines. Graduates can have career opportunities in a variety of fields, including architecture, construction, design, and urban planning.

Job opportunities may include positions as architects, designers, urban planners, project managers, academics, researchers, consultants, architectural office owners, or business executives. In addition, graduates may be employed in the private or public sectors.

Job opportunities for architecture master's programs may vary by country and region, but it is generally a field in demand and graduates have a high chance of being employed.

The student's success in the courses is determined by evaluating the mid-term grades and the final exam grade together.

Mid-term grades consist of quizzes, mid-term exam grades and grades given to homework, applications and practical work depending on the course. In the credit system, the type and weight of mid-term and final evaluations (exams, homework, applications and similar) are reported to the relevant department head by the instructor teaching the course within the first two weeks of the semester and announced to the students by the relevant teaching unit administration. The final evaluation is determined by the instructor teaching the course with one of the following letter grades, taking into account the general success level of all students taking that course.

While the impact of the homework given during the semester on the final grade is 40%, the impact of the final exams at the end of the semester is 60%.

Graduation Requirements are as follows:

• Successfully completing all courses in the program,
• Having no FF grade,
• Achieving a minimum grade of CB or higher for each course,
• Completing 120 ECTS credits, with 60 credits from coursework and 60 credits from the thesis,
• Submitting a thesis of at least 15,000 words in accordance with the "Thesis Writing Guide" provided by the Graduate Education Institute, and defending it if deemed necessary,
• Presenting a thesis with a plagiarism rate below the accepted maximum of 30%,
• Submitting the thesis approved in Turkish in English.