The EBD programs are founded on the premise that environmental building design can only be realized when performance analysis is integrated with design practices. 

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William W. Braham Professor of Architecture, Director MSD-EBD Program / CEBD

Degrees

Penn offers two advanced, post-professional degrees in Environmental Building Design, a 2-semester, professionally oriented MEBD degree and a 4-semester, research-oriented MSD-EBD degree. The two degrees share a common first year, while the MSD-EBD continues for a research intensive second year focused on innovation and design.

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Certificates

Students already enrolled in Master level programs at Penn can enroll in two certificates: the Ecological Architecture Certificate (EARC) and the Environmental Building Design Certificate (EBDC). The EARC is a more flexible certificate, while the EBDC allows students in the MArch to complete the required courses and studio with the MEBD students.

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Fellowships & Prizes

Teaching and research opportunities available to students in the MSD-EBD program.

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