The MS in Architecture stream in History and Theory provides the opportunity for architects, recent architecture graduates and other qualified individuals to pursue advanced research on the history and theory of architecture applying a variety of historical and critical lenses. Although general faculty interests are in nineteenth and twentieth century architecture, the program is broadly conceived to encompass the architectural, cultural and political forces that have shaped the continuing discourse of modernity in architecture, including all of its contemporary manifestations.

A minimum of 45 quarter credits will be required for the completion of the program. The program will require 36 credits of coursework and 9 credits of thesis. The program requirements will be structured to fit the individual areas of specialization; however, certain common course requirements will be required of all M.S. History and Theory stream students. The core curriculum of 24 credits is comprised of a series of three classes that combine discipline specific knowledge building with a focus on applied research skills and the thesis proposal and masters thesis. The final 21 credits of course work involve a series of history and theory seminars that are determined in consultation with a faculty adviser.