Master Architecture, Building and Planning

The Master of Science in Architecture, Building and Planning (ABP) program at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) offers a comprehensive approach to the built environment, integrating art, science, and technology. This program addresses critical global challenges such as climate change, population growth, and housing shortages, preparing students to design and manage sustainable and functional cities and infrastructure for the future. The curriculum spans a broad spectrum of disciplines, including architectural and urban design, civil engineering, structural design, building physics, urban planning, mobility, and real estate development. Students gain knowledge in planning, creating, maintaining, and conserving buildings, cities, and infrastructure, with a focus on innovative solutions and synthetic skills embedded in research. The ABP master’s program is unique due to its broad orientation, covering all disciplines related to the built environment under one roof, which prepares graduates for the multidisciplinary nature of the building industry. TU/e emphasizes small-scale education, fostering collaboration between students and teachers. The program is highly flexible, allowing students to tailor their study plans by selecting specific courses and combining interests across different tracks. Students are encouraged to develop into designers, researchers, managers, or policy makers, with a mentor available to guide their choices. Opportunities for international experience, internships, and an optional honors program are also provided to enhance professional development and leadership skills.

Curriculum

The program structure is designed for flexibility, allowing students to specialize in one of six tracks or create a personalized study plan by combining interests across disciplines. Each track involves courses, design projects, and research projects. Students are encouraged to explore cross-connections between tracks to gain a holistic understanding of the built environment.

1. Year 1
2. Year 2

Careers

Graduates are prepared for diverse roles in the multidisciplinary building industry, including positions as architects, urban planners, real estate specialists, mobility advisors, civil engineers, structural designers, and building physics experts. The program also provides a foundation for pursuing an academic or research career.

• Architect
• Urbanist
• Real Estate Specialist
• Mobility Advisor
• Civil Engineer
• Structural Designer
• Building Physics Expert
• Researcher
• Policy Maker