The Department of Architecture provides an accessible, intellectually rigorous design education that firmly grounds students in the art and science of the built environment. The interdisciplinary, collaborative department embraces spirited, socially progressive, and environmentally responsive design.

Learn more about our graduate degrees in Architecture, Historic Preservation, Landscape Architecture and Regional Planning.

The John W. Olver Design Building, with its timber frame structure and mechanical systems purposefully exposed, is open as both a showcase of integrated design and a model of integrative learning.

DesignIntelligence's annual survey recognizes UMass Architecture's excellent preparation of our graduates for professional work.