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It's crucial. Cutting down on building energy use through adaptive design has become a fundamental standard in architecture. Current tools enable real-time energy modeling and analysis to integrate smoothly into the design workflow. This program aims to push boundaries - expanding architects' understanding of core concepts and proven methods while refining their expertise at the cutting edge of research where groundbreaking energy-saving approaches are developed.
The Master of Science (M.S.) in Architecture with a High Performance Buildings specialization centers on applying building physics and technology for sustainable design. It prioritizes evaluating structures' energy efficiency and ecological footprints, along with incorporating these factors into pioneering architectural solutions. Grounded in fundamental building science principles, the curriculum covers envelope design, modeling techniques, lifecycle evaluation, practical simulation, AEC integration, and ecological awareness.
The program accepts students with a professional degree in a design or design-related field, as well as students with a baccalaureate degree in a non-design field who wish to pursue an area of study offered in the Master of Science in Architecture degree.
The minimum score for graduate admission required by Georgia Tech is: IELTS: 7.0 Overall Band score and minimum Component Band scores of: 6.5 Reading, 6.5 Listening, 6.5 Speaking, 5.5 Writing,
The deadline for submission of applications and all supporting documents is December 31 for all students.