Kate Drummond, MArch Architectural Studies, 2025.

Master of Architectural Studies Creative Urban Practices

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Master of Architectural Studies in Creative Urban Practices
Location
Glasgow
School
Mackintosh School of Architecture
Applications

Programme overview

The Master of Architectural Studies (MAS) in Creative Urban Practices is a one-year specialist programme exploring the theories and practices of space, place, and urbanism through an interdisciplinary lens. Students develop critical and creative approaches to contemporary cities, combining artistic practice, spatial research, and urban design thinking. Through studio-based inquiry, students analyse and represent urban spaces, developing propositions that address the political, cultural, and ecological dimensions of place. The programme fosters collaboration, debate, and experimentation within the GSA’s creative community, encouraging speculative and socially engaged practice. Graduates emerge with the skills and critical insight to shape innovative, context-sensitive urban environments through research, design, and creative practice. All degree programmes are validated by the  University of Glasgow.

Alberto Ortiz Abad, MSA Stage 5, 2025.

Application Guidelines + Digital Portfolio

Yuchen Wan, MArch Architectural Studies, 2025.

How to apply

More on how to apply for all of our postgraduate programmes.

Ramona Lindsay, Painting and Printmaking, 2023.
Mahdiya Zubairi, MSA Stage 3, 2024.

Postgraduate Showcase

Join us for Postgraduate Degree Show - immerse yourself in our digital showcase of graduating students' work and see final year projects from students of this programme.

Chuan Du, MLitt Fine Art Practice, 2023.

Graduate destinations

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Indicative Programme Costs

Current Programme Specification

Resource Lists

Visit the library for the specialist reading lists for this programme. Key resources are expected to be read/viewed by all students enrolled on this course during study. You can also find wider and suggested reading on the subject, with many of the contents available to read online once students have enrolled on the programme.

Weronika Siuda, Textile Design, 2018.

International Students + VISAs

As one of the leading art schools in the UK, The Glasgow School of Art welcomes international students to all of its programmes. The School offers an environment in which difference is encouraged and diversity of background and approach is valued.

Ka Ki Wong, MDes Photography, 2017.

Exchange & Study Abroad

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This programme participates in the Associate Student Scheme

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Kate Timney, MLitt Art Writing School of Fine Art, 2023.