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The Master of Architecture and Urbanism program(Admissions will begin in 2027)

Most of the courses in this program are taught in Chinese. Applicants should evaluate their capability of Chinese conversation, listening, reading, and writing. With exploratory design and critical thinking as its core values, this program combines diverse research perspectives—such as history, urbanism, landscape, and sociological studies—to explore the relationship between architecture and the larger environment. These perspectives are fluid, and students are encouraged to pursue cross-disciplinary development based on their interests.
Applicants must indicate one or more research focus areas upon entering the program. They can choose from the following areas:
1. Architectural Design and Praxis (restricted to applicants with degrees in architecture);
2. Urbanism and Environmental Studies;
3.Research on AI Innovation and Methods;
4. Architectural Theories and History.

M.Arch I Program (First Professional Degree)

The Master of Architecture I (MArch I) program in Tunghai University is a first professional degree that ensures flexibility and possibility for students to develop their own design talents and creativity. It is intended for students who have completed the undergraduate degree with a major other than Architecture. The emphasis of the three-year program is on the design studio, with a full range of creative and professional courses, and electives in history, theory, and building technology. The core courses are fully integrated with Tunghai’s undergraduate curriculum, which has enjoyed a strong design-concentrated tradition for the past half-century. Each student in the final term is required to work closely with a thesis advisor to prepare an independent design thesis. The final result will be published and exhibited.
 
In addition to the intensive and comprehensive courses, the program also provides rich international and cross disciplinary study opportunities including a summer Workshop in Rome, a Cornell exchange program, and an international workshop held each year in Tunghai University.

PS. This project is only applicable to domestic students.

Criteria of graduation

Criteria of graduation you should know to obtain your degree

# Relevant regulations
1.THU Academic Regulations東海大學學則
2.THU Regulations Regarding Graduate Degree Examination東海大學研究生學位考試規則
3.THU Regulations Governing Violations of Academic Ethics in Degree Theses／Dissertations or not Matching Field of Study東海大學學生學位論文違反學術倫理或未符學系專業案件處理辦法
4.THU Degree Conferment Regulations 東海大學學位授予辦法  (English)
5.Implementation Directions for Education on Academic Ethics Course at Tunghai University 東海大學學術倫理教育課程實施要點

#Key Points
6.The key points of the students are eligible to apply the Degree Examination are summarized as follows:

(1.)All courses and credits required for the M.A. degree;
(2.) 6 hours of academic ethics courses;
Study all the core course through the website of Center for Taiwan Academic Research Ethics Education (AREE)and obtain the proof course certificate.
The account is your student ID number；password is the last 5 digit of your student ID.
The website of Center for Taiwan Academic Research Ethics Education  http://ethics.nctu.edu.tw
for English description,  https://ethics.moe.edu.tw/newuser/2/
(3.) Finish at least two the international design competition or workshop on cross-disciplinary design, architectural design or urban design, signed and approved by your advisor to apply the Degree Examination.
(4.) Comparison of Originality of Thesis (including works in lieu of the thesis, proof of achievement together with written reports, technical reports, or professional practice reports), similarity comparison less than 20%.Check similarity with Turnitin ( for English version website).

Academic Ethics Education Courses

One of the eligibility requirements for the Degree Examination is the completion of 6 hours of academic ethics education courses.


Please log in to the AREE website to confirm the personal Information and complete the required courses:

#  the AREE website  https://ethics.moe.edu.tw/

#  Login Instructions:

  • Status: Please select “Mandatory  Students.”
  •  Location & School: Select “Taichung City” and “Tunghai University.”
  • Account:  Your Student ID number.
  • Password: The last 5 digits of your Student ID.


# Example: 

account：G12730307

 password (The last 5 digits of the student ID)：30307


# Helpful Resources:

 how to log in to AREE: 

https://ethics-s.moe.edu.tw/newuser/2/

Courses for Graduate Students：https://ethics.moe.edu.tw/courses_postgraduate/


Please ensure these courses are completed before you apply for your degree examination.

Applyation for the postponement of publication or non-disclosure thesis

2026.04.10 update the information and documents


Academic theses shall be made public to facilitate academic circulation and sharing. In special cases such as those involving state secrets, patent applications, or as otherwise provided by law, they may be withheld from the public for a limited period of time only if the school's deliberation mechanism so determines.

For Applyation
1. Please fill out "(1)Application for Embargo of Thesis/Dissertation" (attached file below)in duplicate and provide (2)the relevant supporting documents.
Sumite the documents to the department office before 7 days of the degree exam date.

2. After finishing application
(1)you'll get the degree examination committee agrees and sign the"Application for Embargo of Thesis/Dissertation" .
(2)the relevant supporting documents.
(3)After you modefy and finish the thesis, you need to scan and upload the aforementioned files ,(1)&(2),  in the Dissertation Submission System.
(4)In checking Procedures for Leaving School, you can submit the documents(1), with the hard copy Thesis to the Main Library 1F circulation desk.

Master’s Degree Examination: Forms & Procedures

Download the Master's Degree Examination Application Instructions(2025 Edition)

Degree Examination Process (Summary)
1. Confirm Thesis Advisor: Identify your advisor and submit the signed supervision consent form.
2. Thesis Writing: Discuss with your advisor and proceed with your thesis research and writing.
3. Check Eligibility: Ensure you meet all credit and graduation requirements specified by your respective program group..
4. Confirm Examination Details: Discuss the date, time, location, and the committee members' details (name, affiliation, department, and job title) with your advisor.
5. Apply for Degree Examination: Submit the required application forms to the Department Office. (Students wishing to delay the public release of their thesis must also submit a delay request form at this stage.)
6. Complete the Examination: Pass the degree examination and receive your grade (Passing grade is 75)
7.Final Revisions: Revise your thesis based on feedback until your advisor grants final approval for graduation.
8. Upload & Print: Upload the final thesis to the Electronic Thesis & Dissertations System and print hard copies (Refer to the Thesis Archiving Manual)
8. School Leaving Process: Complete the clearance procedure and collect your diploma.

Thesis Metadata Creation Procedures User Guide