A Comparative Analysis & Assessment of the Architecture Master Programs in the United States Universities

Problem statement: Prominent works of architecture indicate the emergence of individuals with adequate awareness, competence, and consequently, architecture knowledge. Achieving such a level of proficiency in architecture would surely require appropriate theoretical education alongside practical experience. As the aim of architecture is to build places for humans to reside, it a necessary to apply efficient tools in responding to such needs. Many countries deliver architecture educational programs, but few architects graduate from the schools. Hence, one would have to admit that educational programs and goals play an essential part in training students. Research objective: The duty of universities in this midst is to provide the right context for talents to actualize and provide the grounds for students to enlighten and think critically. The present study seeks to examine the performance of top architecture universities (in the USA) in terms of the curriculum and the goals they pursue in training architecture students as efficient individuals in the architecture industry. Research method: The present study adopts an analytical approach, investigating the curriculums of 20 prominent universities in the USA given the significance of the higher education system in training architects. Master's programs were investigated as important intermediate programs given the various goals and plans adopted in different programs. Conclusion: Our results indicated that each of the studied universities had defined educational goals and plans, designed respective educational programs, and provided educational labs to enhance skill learning and creativity in the students.