About the institution
The Institute for Advanced Architecture of Catalonia (IAAC) is a centre for research, education, production and outreach, with the mission of envisioning the future habitat of our society and building it in the present.
About the program
The Postgraduate in 3D Printing Architecture is a program of applied research in the field of additive manufacturing of sustainable architecture. Between the use of advanced technology for construction and the desire to develop a holistic design approach to architecture, this program focuses on areas of robotic manufacturing, material research, and performance-based design. The course runs as a partially collective programme with a mixed group of researchers of IAAC’s Master second years and other specialized students with interest in 3d printing, eco-friendly material research, or the field of housing.
The course is structured in 3 phases: a series of exercises to gain knowledge into the topic followed by an explorative phase through research and finally the last part, divided into a design competition (in the form of studio work) and conceptual planning followed by a 1:1 prototype construction. Upon completing the studies, students are awarded a Postgraduate Diploma. The program is taught in English and is worth 45 ECTS.