Department of Architecture

General Programme Information


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Programme Information

Title of Programme	B Sc (Hons) in Architecture
Normal Duration	4 Years 2-3 Years (Advanced Standing Students)
Credits Required for Graduation	135 Credits

Programme Characteristics

The Emphasis on Theory and Practice

One of the unique characteristics of this Degree programme is the emphasis on practical and professional training, which are integrated with the architectural design training and the entire learning environment.
Besides of the specially designed programme, an office-mode design studio is set up from which students can experience the real working environment during their 4-year study. Our curriculum is also regularly updated so as to keep pace with the rapid development of the construction technology and the changes of the regulatory demands.
Such emphasis prepares our students to further apply their knowledge in their future careers which are likely to be challenging and demanding. After graduation, students should be well prepared in gaining employment opportunities and adapting to the real construction industry.

Integrated Curriculum

Integration of the various subject cores, in particular the technical knowledge, into the architectural design training.
Familiarize students with the real practice
Facilitate the teacher-student interaction
Multiple career prospects

The programme is designed to develop students' potentials and academic capacities by providing courses in the following five categories:

General education
Architectural Design
Building Science and Technology
Architectural History and Theories
Professional Practice and Management

In the first year, students study the fundamental architectural courses, including basic design, history and computer application. These provide a solid foundation of design skills for the students to continue with their studies in the following years.

In the second year, students start applying their design skills into architectural design. Other core courses, such as Building Structures and Technologies, are also provided in this year.

In the third and fourth year, students study the subjects in more detail. Building Practice is introduced in these 2 years for preparing students to work in the architecture field.

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