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Master in Collective Housing

Master in Collective Housing

“Master in Collective Housing. UPM Madrid + ETH Zürich.”

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Est. 2011

About Master in Collective Housing

The Master of Advanced Studies in Collective Housing (MCH) is a postgraduate, full-time, international professional program in advanced architecture design focused on cities and housing. It is jointly presented by Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (UPM) and the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH). Running for over 17 editions, MCH is consistently rated as one of the best architecture master's programs globally, specifically cited as the 3rd best worldwide. The program is tailored for qualified architects who have completed their university studies with a master's degree or an equivalent certificate, aiming to specialize in city dwelling and housing practices. It emphasizes new design strategies with an extremely practical approach, covering specialization fields such as climate, metabolism, and architecture, as well as housing practice. The program awards a double diploma, considered official by ETH Zurich and a university-specific title by UPM Madrid.
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Master of Architecture in Collective Housing (MCH)
Master of Advanced Studies

The Master of Architecture in Collective Housing (MCH) is a postgraduate program focusing on advanced architectural design in collective housing, presented by Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (UPM) and Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH). It equips students with specialist skills in designing architecture for housing and cities.

8 months
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€24,600
Deadline: January 30 (or until vacancies are filled)
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MCH is a Master of Advanced Studies (MAS) and a double diploma, officially recognized by ETH Zurich and considered a University-specific Master (Título Propio) by UPM Madrid. It is the first UPM-ETH official postgraduate program.
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Deadlines
Applications for the MCH2026 edition (starting April 2026) are open. For the MCH2025 edition, applications were welcomed until February 17, 2025, or until vacancies were filled.
Requirements
Qualified architects who have completed their Architecture University Studies with a master's degree or an equal level certificate. Applicants must submit a CV, portfolio, motivation letter, and recommendation letters. The Academic Committee evaluates applications and conducts personal interviews via Skype.
Recent Rankings
Rated as one of the best architecture master's programs by architects and experts (after 17 editions)
3rd best architecture Master's program in the world

Master in Collective Housing Academic FAQ

Master in Collective Housing is Master in Collective Housing. UPM Madrid + ETH Zürich.

Applicants are typically required to submit: Qualified architects who have completed their Architecture University Studies with a master's degree or an equal level certificate. Applicants must submit a CV, portfolio, motivation letter, and recom....

Master in Collective Housing provides a comprehensive curriculum including: Master of Architecture in Collective Housing (MCH).

Master in Collective Housing is situated in Madrid, Spain, offering a vibrant context for architectural study.

Yes, Master in Collective Housing holds accreditations from: MCH is a Master of Advanced Studies (MAS) and a double diploma, officially recognized by ETH Zurich and considered a University-specific Master (Título Propio) by UPM Madrid. It is the first UPM-ETH official postgraduate program..

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