What is the difference between M Arch and M Plan?

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Keerthana Sundara Vadivel | Contributor-Level 10

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M Arch and M Plan are master’s level courses in the field of Planning and Architecture. Both are popular postgraduate degree options after B Arch and B.Tech in Civil Engineering.

Given below are the basic differences between M Arch and M Plan courses:

M Arch	M Plan
The M Arch curriculum equips students with construction and technical knowledge, designing and drafting skills along with a comprehensive understanding of theories and concepts of architecture.	The M.Plan curriculum equips students with the skills required for planning urban and regional spaces, environmental planning and other related fields.
The M Arch programme includes theoretical and practical subjects.	The M.Plan programme involves theoretical, practical and research-based subjects.
The final-year candidates have to submit a project.	The final-year students have to submit a project as well as a thesis.
The Architect is the main career option available to M Arch students.	Urban Planner is the main career option available to M Plan students.