The Master of Architectural Design MArch (Des) is a two-year, full-time professional programme, preparing students for an international career in architecture, creating bridges between Eastern and Western culture. The programme offers an international perspective, while at the same time enabling students to address the demands of rapid modernisation in China. Students graduating from this programme, will receive an international Masters degree from the University of Liverpool that is recognised by the Chinese Ministry of Education. 

Understanding mobility as one of the core conditions of global modernity, the programme attracts international students preparing for a career related to China, as well as domestic students preparing for both national and international careers. The programme focuses on architectural design studio as well as on humanistic and technical modules in preparation of either professional practice or PhD-level studies.

The programme is made to deliver all the learning outcomes as defined by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) to qualify for RIBA part 2 validation, which is the second out of three stages in the formal educational process required to register as a professional architect in the United Kingdom. After successfully completing the first of two RIBA visits, RIBA part 2 Candidate Course Status has been awarded. The RIBA's second and final Part 2 accreditation visit is scheduled for autumn 2017.

The application deadline for international applicants is June 30, 2017. For domestic applicants, the application deadline is July 31, 2017. For more information, please see the website of the Master of Architectural Design MArch (Des).