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Learn how the Master of Architecture (Professional) helped Rishav Sarmah develop his creative practice and discover what kind of architect he wanted to be.
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Bachelor of Architectural Studies student Mark Meyers completed his studies with a Summer Research Scholarship project about Pacific Wellbeing and Housing.
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Master of Architecture (Professional) student Jessica Long enjoys the collective culture of Architecture’s studio spaces.
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Master of Architecture (Professional) student Jade Boyle found that her love of various high school subjects suited the multifaceted nature of Architecture.
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Arielle particularly enjoys the freedom of choosing areas of study related to her cultural interests, as a masters student.
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Learn about Master of Architecture student Trishna Newson and her journey returning to study at the School of Architecture and Planning.
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Bachelor of Architectural Studies student Ashley shares her first year experiences at university.
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Master of Architecture (Professional) student Dorien Viliamu plans to use his degree to open his own architectural firm in the future.
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Iman shares what her first year studying architecture at university was like.
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Izzat came from Malaysia to study for a Bachelor of Architectural Studies. He is now working towards completing a Master of Architecture (Professional) degree.
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Charlie is studying his Master of Urban Design while working as a Resource Consent Planner for Auckland Council.
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After graduating with First Class Honours, Francisco started his own architectural firm FNC Designs. Returning to study was a life changing decision, he says.
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Meyer Neeson is looking forward to applying what she learns through the Master of Urban Design programme to make a positive influence on people's daily lives.
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Daniel made the switch from Sydney to Auckland so he could combine his passion for heritage conservation with a professional qualification in architecture.
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Surita Manoa loves the tight-knit community and the balance between the creative and the technical in the Bachelor of Architectural Studies.
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Corban enjoys that he can combine his creative side with his technical side in the Bachelor of Architectural Studies.
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A childhood obsession with Thomas the Tank Engine grew into a passion for public transport, the built environment and social justice.
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International student Nikki Rao is keen to use her combined Master of Urban Planning (Professional) and Urban Design to positively impact the way we live.
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