Graduate Programs

Focused instruction and innovative curriculum, taught by renowned scholars.

Explore our diverse graduate programs designed to empower the next generation of leaders in architecture, arts, and design. Discover opportunities to advance your knowledge, develop skills, and contribute to the field through research and creative practices. Study under the guidance of a deeply talented roster of faculty through a variety of graduate degree programs in Blacksburg, Richmond, Alexandria, and online.

Choose from six master's degrees, doctoral degrees, and graduate certificate programs spanning our four top-ranked schools: the School of Architecture, School of Visual Arts, School of Performing Arts, and the School of Design.

Master of Architecture (M.Arch.)

The Master of Architecture (M.Arch.) program is a professional degree focused on advanced architectural design, theory, and practice. It prepares students for careers as licensed architects and leaders in the built environment.

Master of Science in Architecture (M.S.Arch.)

The Master of Science in Architecture (M.S.Arch.) program offers an in-depth exploration of architectural research, focusing on areas such as sustainability, technology, and building sciences.

Master of Landscape Architecture (M.L.A.)

The Master of Landscape Architecture (M.L.A.) program emphasizes sustainable design practices and urban planning, equipping students to address complex environmental challenges creatively and responsibly.

Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.) in Creative Technologies

The M.F.A. in Creative Technologies program combines art, design, and technology, offering students opportunities to create innovative digital media and interactive works.

Master of Arts in Material Culture and Public Humanities

The Master of Arts in Material Culture and Public Humanities program explores the relationship between material artifacts and public discourse, focusing on critical engagement with cultural heritage.

Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.) in Theatre

The M.F.A. in Theatre program offers intensive study in theatre production and performance, preparing students for careers in academia, directing, and acting.

Ph.D. in Architecture and Design Research

Architecture Track

The Architecture Track focuses on advanced research in architectural design, history, and theory, contributing to scholarly discourse and practice in architecture.

Design Research Track

The Design Research Track encourages innovative investigations into design processes, methodologies, and applications, supporting scholarly and creative inquiry.

Landscape Architecture Track

The Landscape Architecture Track provides opportunities for research in landscape design, urban ecology, and environmental systems, preparing scholars for academic and research careers.

Many of our programs are designed with working professionals in mind, while our full-residency options offer intensive study and research with our world-renowned faculty.

In addition to the graduate degrees, our college is involved with many of the Interdisciplinary Graduate Education Programs offered at Virginia Tech. These programs allow you to further tailor your education in areas of concentration that benefit from bringing together faculty from across the university.