Career opportunities - Sustainable Architecture (Master's Programme)
Hva kan du bli?
The MSc programme in Sustainable Architecture lies at the forefront of research, innovation and implementation related to reducing GHG emissions the environmental impact of architecture. It is designed in such a way that the students are be able to transfer the knowledge gained about sustainability and circularity theory and strategies into their practice as building professionals. The continuous focus on integrated design methodology will enable the students to perform in any building design team, both as co-worker and leader.
The programme's close link to several EU funded projects (e-g. ARV, PEDvolution, MASS-IPV, Making PEDs project etc.) ensures the students will be in close contact throughout their education with State-of-the-Art research and practice both nationally in Norway, and at an international level.
Former students who have graduated from the MSc programme in Sustainable Architecture, are currently successfully working in research positions, architectural, engineering and interdisciplinary firms, as consultants and team leaders, both nationally and internationally.
Studentintervju
Dream Job
Name: Kristof Lijnen
Education: Master’s degree in Sustainable Architecture
Current Position: Project Manager, Trebetong AS
What is the best part of your job?
The great work environment, in addition to finally landing my dream job—managing a Passive House project!
What does a typical workday look like for you?
Right now, we are participating in a tender competition for three Passive House projects: two kindergartens and an administrative building for a housing cooperative in Ringvegen.
How have your studies been relevant to your job?
My Master’s degree in Sustainable Architecture, along with my background in structural engineering, helped me land my current job. My education is crucial in finding sustainable solutions by integrating solar panels, waterborne heating, and sun shading.
For energy calculations, I use the software Simien, which we were trained to use during our studies.
Additionally, I am also leading my own Smart House project in Byåsen.
The interview has been translated with assistance from AI.
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The PhD education is a structured degree with a nominal duration of three-year full time study. Some PhD positions may include a fourth year of required duties, usually in the form of teaching, this will be detailed in your employee contract if applicable.
- The programme consists of at least 30 ECTS of coursework, and an independent academic work in the form of a doctoral thesis estimated to 2.5 years.
- A PhD degree requires a great deal of independence and capacity for completion
- The final thesis should contribute to the development of new scientific knowledge and meet international standards in the field
- PhD education at NTNU is internationally oriented
- You are expected to contribute to international conferences and publish in international peer-reviewed journals
- It is possible to complete part of your studies abroad, either in the form of a prolonged research stay or by completing some of your courses abroad
In addition to a master's degree or equivalent and a strong academic record, financing is an absolute requirement for admission to a PhD programme. Funding can be both through NTNU and other sources. Available PhD positions at NTNU are continuously posted online.