Fire Safe Design MArch

MArch Fire Safe Design is a 12-month specialist postgraduate degree, or 24-month part-time.

The Fire Safe Design MArch programme at UCL is a timely response to the evolving landscape of architectural practice and the pressing need for enhanced fire safety awareness.

In an era where governments are increasingly calling upon architectural professionals to shoulder the responsibility of fire safety in design and advocating for an elevated emphasis on this vital area within architectural education, our programme equips students with specialised skills and knowledge. Designed for individuals with a background in architecture, this programme empowers you to become a designer capable of tackling complex building projects while integrating fire-safe design principles and fostering fire awareness.

Throughout the programme, you will delve deep into the intricacies of fire engineering and explore the tools at the disposal of specialist fire engineers that can be seamlessly incorporated into your design processes. This unique blend of architectural and fire engineering knowledge equips you to lead design teams, guiding projects from their inception to the detailed resolution of buildings and urban designs. Our programme does not just address the immediate need for fire safety; it also aligns with the global imperative to transition towards a zero-carbon future, emphasising sustainability and safety as the cornerstone of architectural innovation.

As an aspiring architect, you will discover that some design approaches are inherently safer than others, and fire-safe design can catalyse a new wave of elegant urbanism in the 21st century. This programme offers a dynamic educational environment where ethical responsibility and innovative design converge, ultimately shaping graduates into leaders who can create a safer and more sustainable built environment for future generations.