STUDIO FIRST 2025: Now accepting applications
Want to pursue a career in architecture? STUDIO FIRST will help you create a competitive portfolio for application to any three-year Master of Architecture program.
Geography graduate maps career in architecture
“The three projects I completed during STUDIO FIRST became the highlights of my portfolio,” says Daphne Stams.
Portfolio Example 12 — Visualization to Design-Build
Filipe Costa’s portfolio represents the skills and attributes he believes are vital to a successful career in architecture.
Portfolio Example 11 — Integrating Analog and Digital
Mu Qu Jennifer Liu’s portfolio showcases work in hybrid mode, transitioning between hands-on making and digital processes.
Mechanical engineer shifts to architecture for greater creativity
"I envision working somewhere between engineering and architecture.”
Urban Studies Sparked Interest in Architecture
Ben Stern reflects on his journey from McGill’s geography department to architecture and the role of STUDIO FIRST.
Portfolio Example: 5
Shirley Chung is in the three-year Master of Architecture program after a career in banking and management consulting. Here’s work she submitted in her application portfolio.
Portfolio Example: 4
Brendan Schoug’s portfolio helped him get accepted to the three-year Master of Architecture program at the University of British Columbia.
Portfolio Example: 2
Michael Jamieson received offers of acceptance from all the schools to which he applied.
Portfolio Example: 1
Here’s the portfolio that helped Travis Strochinski gain admission to the 3-year MArch program at Carleton.
Portfolio Tips for Architecture School Application
What makes a great portfolio for grad school? What are admissions committees looking for?