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Philippines

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Bachelor of Science in Architecture (BS Arch) · 5 Years (10 Semesters / ~212 Units)
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Accreditation & Curriculum Authority
Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) Board of Architecture (PRBOA) & Commission on Higher Education (CHED CMO No. 61 s. 2017) / United Architects of the Philippines (UAP)
Licensure Examination & Experience Path
Architect Licensure Examination (ALE) - 2-Year Diversified Architectural Experience (DAE / Logbook)

Leading Architectural Institutes

University of Santo Tomas (UST)Manila
University of the Philippines Diliman (UPD)Quezon City
Mapúa UniversityManila
De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde (DLS-CSB)Manila
Far Eastern University (FEU)Manila
University of San Carlos (USC)Cebu City

Governing Codes & Standards

National Building Code of the Philippines (PD 1096) Accessibility Law (BP 344) Economic & Socialized Housing (BP 220) Fire Code (RA 9514)

Year-by-Year Curriculum & Studio Project Briefs

1st Year: Foundations, Graphics & Design Principles
Core Academic Courses
ARCH 111 Architectural Design 1: Introduction to Design3u
ARCH 112 Architectural Graphics 1: Manual Drafting & Tools2u
ARCH 113 Visual Communication 1: Freehand Drawing2u
ARCH 121 Architectural Design 2: Creative Design Fundamentals3u
ARCH 122 Architectural Graphics 2: Descriptive Geometry & Perspectives2u
THEORY 1 Theory of Architecture 1: Spatial & Aesthetic Concepts3u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Anthropometric Kiosk & Refreshment PodMicro-Architecture

Small 9 m² mobile coffee/food kiosk evaluating ergonomic clearances, natural shading, and modular assembly.

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Bamboo Pavillion / Tropical Shaded RetreatPavilion

Organic bamboo structure exploring joinery, tension cables, and tropical daylight filtration.

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Artist Workspace & Sculpture GardenStudio Retreat

2-level single-occupant creative studio studying spatial proportion, natural lighting, and site topography.

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2nd Year: Tropical Housing & Building Technology
Core Academic Courses
ARCH 211 Architectural Design 3: Creative Space Planning & Human Settlements4u
BLDTECH 1 Building Technology 1: Building Materials & Non-Structural Assemblies3u
HIST 1 History of Architecture 1: Asian & Philippine Vernacular3u
ARCH 221 Architectural Design 4: Space Planning & Vernacular Adaptation4u
BLDTECH 2 Building Technology 2: Wood & Light Steel Construction3u
HIST 2 History of Architecture 2: Western Classical & Renaissance3u
TROPICAL Tropical Design: Passive Cooling & Solar Shading3u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Modern Bahay na Bato (Tropical 2-Story Villa)Residential

Modern interpretation of Philippine ancestral house with passive cross-ventilation (ventanillas), high ceilings, and deep eaves.

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Barangay Health Station & Daycare CenterCommunity Facility

Community primary health facility compliant with BP 344 universal accessibility and DOH standards.

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Boutique Eco-Lodge in Siargao / PalawanHospitality

Sustainable beach eco-resort utilizing local thatch, reclaimed timber, and rainwater harvesting.

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3rd Year: Mid-Rise, Structural Systems & Environmental Utilities
Core Academic Courses
ARCH 311 Architectural Design 5: Space Planning & Complex Sites5u
BLDTECH 3 Building Technology 3: Reinforced Concrete Construction3u
UTIL 1 Building Utilities 1: Plumbing & Sanitary Systems3u
STRUC 1 Theory of Structures: Shear & Moment Distribution3u
ARCH 321 Architectural Design 6: Site Planning & Landscape Architecture5u
BLDTECH 4 Building Technology 4: Structural Steel & Long-Span Systems3u
UTIL 2 Building Utilities 2: Electrical, Lighting & Telecom3u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Socialized Mid-Rise Housing (BP 220 Compliance)Multi-Family Housing

5-story low-cost walk-up condominium community with communal courtyards and rainwater catchment.

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Regional Inter-Modal Bus & Jeepney TerminalTransportation Hub

High-efficiency transport interchange resolving pedestrian circulation, passenger queuing, and vehicle drop-offs.

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Tertiary Community College / Integrated High School CampusEducational

Multi-building educational complex featuring auditorium, science labs, and typhoon-resilient framing.

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4th Year: Urban Design, Comprehensive Working Drawings & Practice
Core Academic Courses
ARCH 411 Architectural Design 7: Community Architecture & Urban Design5u
PLAN 1 Urban & Regional Planning: Land Use & Zoning3u
UTIL 3 Building Utilities 3: Acoustics & HVAC Mechanical Systems3u
PROFPRACT 1 Professional Practice 1: Laws Affecting the Practice (RA 9266)3u
ARCH 421 Architectural Design 8: Working Drawings & Specifications (GFC)5u
BLDTECH 5 Building Technology 5: Advanced Building Envelopes & Curtain Walls3u
PROFPRACT 2 Professional Practice 2: UAP Docs 200, 201, 202 Code of Ethics3u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Mixed-Use Commercial & Office High-Rise (BGC / Ortigas)Commercial High-Rise

24-story commercial tower featuring double-skin glass curtain wall, sky gardens, and basement parking.

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District General Hospital (150-Bed Capacity)Healthcare

Hospital complex with strict aseptic zoning (surgical theatre, ICU, triage) compliant with DOH licensing guidelines.

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Comprehensive Good-For-Construction (GFC) Working Drawing PackageTechnical Documentation

Complete 30-sheet blueprint package including structural centerline, joinery schedules, toilet/kitchen blowups, and reflected ceiling plans.

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5th Year: Terminal Architectural Thesis & Comprehensive Jury Defense
Core Academic Courses
ARCH 511 Architectural Design 9: Thesis Research & Site Proposal5u
THESIS 1 Architectural Thesis 1: Research Methodology & Programming3u
PROFPRACT 3 Professional Practice 3: Global Practice & Project Management3u
ARCH 521 Architectural Design 10: Terminal Architectural Thesis & Defense5u
THESIS 2 Architectural Thesis Book & Scale Model Defense3u
PROFPRACT 4 Professional Practice 4: Comprehensive Architectural Services3u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Clark International Aviation Logistics & Cargo HubAirport Infrastructure

Terminal design incorporating long-span steel space frames, smart baggage handling, and solar microgrid.

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Disaster-Resilient Coastal Evacuation & Maritime Research FacilityDisaster Resilience

Stilt-elevated storm-surge-resistant civic fortress in Leyte capable of sheltering 3,000 typhoon evacuees.

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National Museum of Contemporary Philippine Arts & Heritage CenterCultural Museum

Landmark cultural institution with subterranean gallery vaults, acoustic performance hall, and sculpted indigenous plazas.

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India

10% Analytics Traffic
Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) · 5 Years (10 Semesters)
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Accreditation & Curriculum Authority
Council of Architecture (COA) Minimum Standards of Architectural Education Regulations 2020
Licensure Examination & Experience Path
COA Architect Registration Number (CA/YYYY/XXXXX) upon graduation from COA-approved institution

Leading Architectural Institutes

School of Planning and Architecture (SPA Delhi)New Delhi
CEPT UniversityAhmedabad
IIT Roorkee - Department of Architecture & PlanningRoorkee
Sir J.J. College of ArchitectureMumbai
IIT KharagpurKharagpur
BMS College of ArchitectureBengaluru

Governing Codes & Standards

National Building Code of India (NBC 2016) Energy Conservation Building Code (ECBC) Model Building Bye-Laws (MBBL) Local Municipal Corporation Rules (DDA, BBMP, MCGM)

Year-by-Year Curriculum & Studio Project Briefs

1st Year: Basic Design, Sciography & Material Tectonics
Core Academic Courses
AR 101 Architectural Design I & II: Basic Design Principles6u
AR 102 Building Construction & Materials I: Clay, Mud & Stone4u
AR 103 Architectural Graphics & Sciography (Shadow Castings)4u
AR 104 History of Architecture I: Ancient Civilizations (Indus Valley to Classical)3u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Sculptor’s Retreat & Courtyard KioskBasic Studio

Exploration of solids and voids, light shafts, and scale for a craftsperson retreat.

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Campus Bus Shelter & Cycle StandStreet Furniture

Design focusing on shade ergonomics, queue management, and robust vernacular materials.

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2nd Year: Residential Architecture, Climatology & Masonry
Core Academic Courses
AR 201 Architectural Design III & IV: Single & Multi-Occupant Dwellings8u
AR 202 Building Construction II: Timber Joinery & Cavity Walls4u
AR 203 Climatology & Vernacular Architecture: Sun Paths & Mahoney Tables3u
AR 204 History of Indian Architecture: Hindu Temple & Indo-Islamic3u
AR 205 Structural Mechanics I: Beams, Trusses & Bending Moments3u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Courtyard Haveli / Sustainable Modern ResidenceResidential

Single-family bungalow utilizing passive solar stack ventilation, jali screens, and verandahs.

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Rural Primary School & Community AnganwadiInstitutional

Climate-responsive school built with CSEB (Compressed Stabilized Earth Blocks) and vaulted brick roofs.

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3rd Year: Housing, Structural Engineering & Services
Core Academic Courses
AR 301 Architectural Design V & VI: Multi-Storey Housing & Public Institutions10u
AR 302 Building Construction III: Reinforced Concrete & Precast Panels4u
AR 303 Building Services I: Water Supply, Drainage & Waste Management3u
AR 304 Building Services II: Electrical, HVAC & Fire Safety (NBC Part 4)3u
AR 305 Structural Design: Reinforced Concrete Slab & Column Sizing4u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Group Housing Scheme (High-Density Low-Rise)Housing

Urban housing complex for 300 families balancing privacy, vehicular separation, and shared green corridors.

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District General Hospital (100–200 Beds)Healthcare

Multi-specialty hospital with zoning separation between OPD, IPD, emergency trauma, and waste handling.

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4th Year: Urban Design, Working Drawings & Professional Practice
Core Academic Courses
AR 401 Architectural Design VII: Urban Infill & Mixed-Use Precincts8u
AR 402 Working Drawing Studio: Comprehensive GFC Documentation6u
AR 403 Urban Design & City Planning Theory3u
AR 404 Building Services III: Acoustics, Illumination & Building Automation3u
AR 405 Professional Practice I: Valuations, Contracts, Tendering & Law3u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Metro Station & Retail HubTransit Infrastructure

Seamless integration of metro rail concourse, feeder bus bays, commercial towers, and pedestrian flyovers.

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Full Architectural Working Drawing FolioTechnical GFC

Complete set of 40 structural/architectural sheets ready for municipal submission and on-site contractor execution.

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5th Year: Professional Internship & B.Arch Thesis Jury
Core Academic Courses
AR 501 Practical Training: 6-Month Architectural Office Internship10u
AR 502 Architectural Thesis: Proposal, Case Studies & Site Analysis5u
AR 503 Architectural Thesis Studio: Final Project & Terminal External Jury12u
AR 504 Professional Practice II: Arbitration, Building Byelaws & COA Ethics3u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
High-Speed Rail Multimodal Terminal & Aero-CityTransportation Infrastructure

Terminal thesis incorporating parametric tensile roofs, energy-plus systems, and 50,000 daily passenger transit flows.

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National Centre for Performing Arts & Vedic Heritage MuseumCultural & Civic

Major cultural complex demonstrating acoustical geometry, thermal mass stone envelopes, and open amphitheaters.

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United States

8% Analytics Traffic
Bachelor of Architecture (5-Yr B.Arch) or Master of Architecture (M.Arch) · 5 Years (B.Arch) / 3 Years (M.Arch Post-Grad)
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Accreditation & Curriculum Authority
National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB) & National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB)
Licensure Examination & Experience Path
Architect Registration Examination (ARE 5.0) & Architectural Experience Program (AXP 3,740 hours)

Leading Architectural Institutes

Harvard University Graduate School of Design (GSD)Cambridge, MA
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)Cambridge, MA
Cornell University (AAP)Ithaca, NY
Pratt Institute School of ArchitectureBrooklyn, NY
Columbia University GSAPPNew York, NY
Southern California Institute of Architecture (SCI-Arc)Los Angeles, CA

Governing Codes & Standards

International Building Code (IBC 2024) Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA 2010) ASHRAE 90.1 Energy Standard LEED v4.1 Rating System

Year-by-Year Curriculum & Studio Project Briefs

Core 1: Visual Studies, Computational Geometry & Follies
Core Academic Courses
ARCH 1101 Design I: Form, Space & Order Computation6u
ARCH 1102 Representation I: Orthographic Projection & Rhino/Grasshopper3u
ARCH 1103 Global History of Architecture: Pre-History to 14003u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Parametric Pavilion in Central ParkPavilion

CNC-milled timber pavilion testing robotic fabrication and light shadow casting.

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Core 2: Urban Infill, Housing & Environmental Systems
Core Academic Courses
ARCH 2101 Design III: Multi-Unit Housing & Urban Assemblage6u
ARCH 2102 Building Technology I: Mass Timber & Steel Framing3u
ARCH 2103 Environmental Systems: Daylighting, Solar Envelopes & HVAC3u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Brooklyn Urban Co-Housing & Community GreenhouseMulti-Family

Cross-laminated timber (CLT) urban collective housing with rooftop farming and passive solar glazing.

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Core 3: Integrated Design (Comprehensive NAAB Studio)
Core Academic Courses
ARCH 3101 Comprehensive Studio: Integrated Building Systems6u
ARCH 3102 Structural Principles: Lateral Loads, Wind & Seismic (IBC)3u
ARCH 3103 Facade Engineering & Envelope Detailing3u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Chicago Public Library & Civic Tech IncubatorCivic Building

Complete integration of structure, MEP ducting, fire egress, and facade thermal performance.

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Advanced Studios: Urban Ecology & Emergent Technologies
Core Academic Courses
ARCH 4101 Advanced Topic Studio: Super-Tall or Ecological Infrastructure6u
ARCH 4102 Professional Practice: AIA Contracts, Ethics & Firm Finance3u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Zero-Carbon High-Rise Commercial Tower (Manhattan)Commercial Tower

60-story biophilic skyscraper incorporating kinetic solar facades and vertical sky-parks.

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Degree Project / Capstone Thesis
Core Academic Courses
ARCH 5101 Thesis Research Seminar: Discourse & Method4u
ARCH 5102 Terminal Thesis Studio: Public Exhibition & Defense8u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Post-Sea-Level-Rise Amphibious Coastal InfrastructureSpeculative Infrastructure

Speculative architectural defense addressing coastal inundation and resilient marine communities.

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United Kingdom

3% Analytics Traffic
RIBA Part 1 (BA/BSc) + RIBA Part 2 (M.Arch) + RIBA Part 3 · 3 Years (Part 1) + 2 Years (Part 2) + 1 Year Practice (Part 3)
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Accreditation & Curriculum Authority
Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) & Architects Registration Board (ARB)
Licensure Examination & Experience Path
ARB Prescribed Examination / Part 3 Examination in Professional Practice

Leading Architectural Institutes

The Bartlett School of Architecture (UCL)London
Architectural Association (AA School)London
University of Cambridge - Department of ArchitectureCambridge
Manchester School of Architecture (MSA)Manchester
University of Bath - Architecture & Civil EngineeringBath

Governing Codes & Standards

UK Building Regulations 2010 (Parts A to S) Approved Document B (Fire Safety) Approved Document M (Access) Approved Document L (Conservation of Fuel)

Year-by-Year Curriculum & Studio Project Briefs

RIBA Part 1 (Year 1): Material Sensibility & Spatial Making
Core Academic Courses
BARC 1 Design Studio 1: Tectonic Assemblies & The Body60u
BARC 2 History & Theory: Architecture and the City30u
BARC 3 Environmental & Technical Studies 130u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Cabinet of Curiosities / Thames Water PavilionPavilion

Timber and cast bronze pavilion exploring atmospheric weathering on the River Thames edge.

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RIBA Part 1 (Year 2): Domesticity, Context & Tectonic Detailing
Core Academic Courses
BARC 4 Design Studio 2: Housing, Work & Community Interventions60u
BARC 5 Environmental & Technical Studies 230u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Hackney Live-Work Collective & Repair WorkshopHousing & Workspace

High-density brick urban infill housing incorporating ground-floor craft makerspaces.

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RIBA Part 1 (Year 3): Comprehensive Degree Project
Core Academic Courses
BARC 6 Graduation Studio: Urban Civic Building / Degree Show60u
BARC 7 Comprehensive Technical Studies (CTS Report)30u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Thames Estuary Marine Ecology Research & Public BathsCivic Cultural

Comprehensive institutional building with full acoustic, structural and Part B fire safety analysis.

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RIBA Part 2 (Year 4 / M.Arch 1): Unit-Based Research & Speculation
Core Academic Courses
MARC 1 Advanced Design Unit 1: Speculative Brief & Fieldwork60u
MARC 2 Professional Studies & Contract Law (JCT & NEC)30u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Circular Economy Timber Remanufacturing Hub in RotherhitheIndustrial Urbanism

Low-carbon post-industrial manufacturing facility investigating robotic timber disassembly.

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RIBA Part 2 (Year 5 / M.Arch 2): Master Thesis Project
Core Academic Courses
MARC 3 Major Master Thesis Studio & Exhibition75u
MARC 4 Advanced Architectural Technology Dissertation45u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Carbon-Negative Vertical Forest & Seed Bank SanctuaryEcological Monument

Landmark ecological thesis exploring mycelium biomaterials, bio-receptive concrete, and urban re-wilding.

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Canada

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Bachelor of Architectural Studies (BAS) + Master of Architecture (M.Arch) · 4+2 Years (Accredited Professional M.Arch)
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Accreditation & Curriculum Authority
Canadian Architectural Certification Board (CACB / CCCA) & Royal Architectural Institute of Canada (RAIC)
Licensure Examination & Experience Path
Examination for Architects in Canada (ExAC) & Canadian Experience Record Book (CERB)

Leading Architectural Institutes

University of Toronto (Daniels Faculty)Toronto, ON
McGill University (Peter Guo-hua Fu School)Montreal, QC
University of British Columbia (SALA)Vancouver, BC
University of Waterloo School of ArchitectureCambridge, ON

Governing Codes & Standards

National Building Code of Canada (NBC 2020) OBC (Ontario Building Code) BCBC (British Columbia Building Code) Passive House (Passivhaus)

Year-by-Year Curriculum & Studio Project Briefs

1st & 2nd Year: Cold Climate Tectonics & Materiality
Core Academic Courses
ARC 100 Design Studio: Form, Material & Landscape Enclosure6u
ARC 200 Building Science: Thermal Envelope, Vapor Barriers & Cold Bridges3u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Sub-Zero Winter Warming Hut & Ice PavilionPavilion

Temporary warming shelter on frozen waterways testing passive solar gain and wind barriers.

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3rd & 4th Year: Mass Timber, Urban Housing & Indigenous Placemaking
Core Academic Courses
ARC 300 Mass Timber Studio: CLT, Glulam & Heavy Timber Systems6u
ARC 400 Urban Design & Mid-Rise Housing Studio6u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Vancouver Mass-Timber Mid-Rise Cooperative HousingMulti-Family

12-story hybrid CLT and glue-laminated timber apartment building compliant with BC Energy Step Code.

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Master of Architecture: Graduate Thesis
Core Academic Courses
ARC 600 Master’s Thesis Studio & Oral Examination12u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Arctic Climate Research Base & Indigenous Cultural GatewaySub-Arctic Infrastructure

Permafrost-elevated aerodynamic facility designed for extreme blizzard thermal resilience and cultural exchange.

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Germany & EU

3% Analytics Traffic
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) + Master of Science (M.Sc.) Architektur · 3–4 Years (B.Sc.) + 2 Years (M.Sc.)
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Accreditation & Curriculum Authority
Bundesarchitektenkammer (BAK) & European ECTS Bologna Framework
Licensure Examination & Experience Path
Chamber of Architects Registration (Architektenkammer) after 2-year supervised practice

Leading Architectural Institutes

Bauhaus-Universität WeimarWeimar
Technical University of Munich (TUM)Munich
RWTH Aachen UniversityAachen
Berlin University of the Arts (UdK Berlin)Berlin
TU DelftDelft (Netherlands)

Governing Codes & Standards

DIN Standards (DIN 277, DIN 18040 Accessibility) Musterbauordnung (MBO) Gebäudeenergiegesetz (GEG) Passivhaus Standard

Year-by-Year Curriculum & Studio Project Briefs

Grundstudium (Year 1 & 2): Baukonstruktion & Entwurf
Core Academic Courses
ENT 1 Grundlagen des Entwerfens (Foundations of Design)12u
BAU 1 Baukonstruktion I & II: Mauerwerk & Holzbau (Masonry & Timber)10u
TRG 1 Tragwerkslehre (Structural Engineering Mechanics)6u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Holzpavillon & Aussichtsplattform (Timber Pavilion)Pavilion

Precision timber joinery structure testing European oak joints and structural minimalism.

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Hauptstudium (Year 3): Wohnungsbau & Öffentliche Bauten
Core Academic Courses
ENT 2 Entwurf Studio: Urbaner Wohnungsbau (Urban Housing)14u
TGA 1 Technische Gebäudeausrüstung (Building Energy & HVAC)6u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Passivhaus Wohnblock in Berlin-KreuzbergHousing Block

Ultra-low-energy residential courtyard building meeting strict GEG 2024 and Passivhaus criteria.

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Master of Science (M.Sc. Thesis): Kreislaufwirtschaft & Transformation
Core Academic Courses
MA 1 Masterthesis: Entwurf, Konstruktion & Öffentliche Verteidigung30u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Zirkuläres Kulturzentrum (Circular Economy Cultural Hub)Adaptive Reuse

Adaptive transformation of a historic industrial coal warehouse using 100% demountable dry-joint assemblies.

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Australia & New Zealand

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Bachelor of Design (Arch) [3 yr] + Master of Architecture [2 yr] · 5 Years (3+2 Pathway)
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Accreditation & Curriculum Authority
Architects Accreditation Council of Australia (AACA) / Australian Institute of Architects & NZRAB
Licensure Examination & Experience Path
Architectural Practice Examination (APE - 3 Parts) & 3,300 logged logbook hours

Leading Architectural Institutes

University of Melbourne (MSD)Melbourne, VIC
University of SydneySydney, NSW
RMIT UniversityMelbourne, VIC
University of AucklandAuckland (NZ)

Governing Codes & Standards

National Construction Code (NCC 2022 / BCA) AS 1428.1 Access & Mobility AS 3959 Bushfire Protection (BAL Ratings) NatHERS Energy Rating

Year-by-Year Curriculum & Studio Project Briefs

Undergraduate (Years 1–3): Environmental Architecture & Urban Systems
Core Academic Courses
ARCH 1000 Studio Water / Earth: Landscape & Materiality25u
ARCH 2000 Bushfire & Climate Responsive Architecture (AS 3959)12.5u
ARCH 3000 Cap-Stone Undergraduate Studio: Urban Public Facility25u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Bushfire-Resilient Alpine Community Shelter (BAL-40)Civic Resilience

Fire-resistant concrete and non-combustible steel community pavilion with ember-proof shutters.

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Melbourne Multi-Family Laneway Infill HousingMedium-Density Housing

Narrow-lot sustainable townhouse development utilizing cross-ventilation and communal rooftop solar.

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Master of Architecture (Years 4–5): Professional Capstone Thesis
Core Academic Courses
ARCH 9000 Master’s Design Research Studio: Indigeneity & Coastal Resilience37.5u
ARCH 9002 Major Master of Architecture Thesis Project50u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
First Nations Cultural & Eco-Marine Discovery CentreCultural Monument

Curved ram-earth and kinetic timber structure integrated with tidal wetlands and Indigenous meeting grounds.

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United Arab Emirates & Gulf

2% Analytics Traffic
Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch - 5 Years) · 5 Years (10 Semesters / ~170 Credit Hours)
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Accreditation & Curriculum Authority
Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) / UAE Ministry of Education, RIBA & NAAB Substantial Equivalency
Licensure Examination & Experience Path
Society of Engineers UAE (SOE) / Dubai Municipality Licensure

Leading Architectural Institutes

American University of Sharjah (AUS - CAAD)Sharjah
Heriot-Watt University DubaiDubai
Canadian University DubaiDubai
Abu Dhabi UniversityAbu Dhabi

Governing Codes & Standards

Dubai Building Code (DBC 2021) Al Sa’fat Dubai Green Building Evaluation Estidama Pearl Building Rating System (Abu Dhabi) UAE Civil Defense Fire Code

Year-by-Year Curriculum & Studio Project Briefs

Years 1 & 2: Arid Geometries, Courtyards & Daylight Shading
Core Academic Courses
ARC 101 Basic Design & Visual Representation6u
ARC 201 Climate Responsive Architecture: Extreme Heat Mitigation3u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Desert Eco-Pavilion & Shaded WalkwayPavilion

Computational parametric mashrabiya screen testing thermal comfort in 45°C ambient desert heat.

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Contemporary Wind-Tower (Barjeel) Courtyard VillaLuxury Residence

Modern residential villa utilizing geothermal earth-pipe cooling and traditional wind-catchers.

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Years 3 & 4: Commercial Skyscraper Towers & Hospital Complexes
Core Academic Courses
ARC 301 Commercial High-Rise Studio: Super-Tall Structural Cores6u
ARC 401 Advanced Facades: Double-Skin Shading & Glass U-Values3u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Business Bay Sustainable Commercial TowerCommercial High-Rise

45-story tower incorporating automated solar-tracking louvers and internal sky-gardens.

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Year 5: Terminal Architectural Thesis
Core Academic Courses
ARC 501 Final Architectural Graduation Thesis10u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Hyperloop Transit Terminal & Desert Vertical AerotropolisInfrastructure

Next-generation supersonic transport terminal powered by desert solar farms and vacuum tubes.

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Bangladesh

2% Analytics Traffic
Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) · 5 Years (10 Semesters)
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Accreditation & Curriculum Authority
Institute of Architects Bangladesh (IAB)
Licensure Examination & Experience Path
IAB Full Membership & Registration Exam

Leading Architectural Institutes

Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET)Dhaka
BRAC University - Department of ArchitectureDhaka
Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology (AUST)Dhaka

Governing Codes & Standards

Bangladesh National Building Code (BNBC 2020) RAJUK Dhaka Metropolitan Building Rules Fire Service and Civil Defence (FSCD) Regulations

Year-by-Year Curriculum & Studio Project Briefs

Year 1 & 2: Deltaic Vernacular, Brick & Monsoon Studies
Core Academic Courses
ARCH 101 Design Studio I: Two-Dimensional & Spatial Form6u
ARCH 201 Design Studio III: Bengal Vernacular & Rural Settlement Planning6u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Riverine Ferry Passenger TerminalWaterfront Civic

Typhoon-resilient boat landing terminal built on stepped concrete piers adapting to monsoon tidal shifts.

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Year 3 & 4: High-Density Dhaka Housing & Working Drawings
Core Academic Courses
ARCH 301 Design Studio V: High-Density Urban Living & Slum Upgrading8u
ARCH 401 Working Drawings & Comprehensive Service Coordination6u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Flood-Resilient Community Primary School & Cyclone RefugeResilience

Dual-purpose elevated educational facility serving as emergency storm shelter for coastal fishing villages.

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Year 5: Terminal B.Arch Thesis & External Jury Defense
Core Academic Courses
ARCH 501 Graduation Thesis Studio & Exhibition12u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Old Dhaka Heritage Regeneration & Buriganga Riverfront RevivalUrban Masterplan

Urban renewal of historic Mughal riverfront trading quarters integrating pedestrian markets and water taxis.

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Japan

2% Analytics Traffic
Bachelor of Engineering (Architecture) + Master of Architecture (4+2 Pathway) · 4-Year Undergraduate + 2-Year Master
Explore Japan Work
Accreditation & Curriculum Authority
Japan Accreditation Board for Engineering Education (JABEE) & MLIT (Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism)
Licensure Examination & Experience Path
1st-Class Kenchikushi (一級建築士 - First-Class Registered Architect National Exam)

Leading Architectural Institutes

University of Tokyo (Todai)Tokyo
Kyoto UniversityKyoto
Waseda UniversityTokyo
Tokyo University of the Arts (Geidai)Tokyo

Governing Codes & Standards

Building Standard Law of Japan (BSLJ - 建築基準法) Seismic Design Code (Shin-Taishin 1981 / Current) Fire Service Act

Year-by-Year Curriculum & Studio Project Briefs

Undergraduate: Seismic Tectonics, Wooden Joinery & Urban Micro-Housing
Core Academic Courses
ARC 10 Architectural Design Studio I: Spatial Proportion & Wood Joinery (Kigumi)4u
ARC 20 Seismic Structural Engineering (Base Isolation & Tuned Mass Dampers)3u
ARC 30 Micro-Housing (Kyosho Jutaku) & Urban Compact Living6u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Modern Machiya Teahouse & Meditation GardenTea Pavilion

Minimalist wooden framework using interlocking mortise and tenon joinery without metallic nails.

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Tokyo Compact Micro-House (Kyosho Jutaku)Micro-Residence

3-story residential jewel on a tight 40 m² urban footprint maximizing vertical light wells and subterranean rooms.

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Master’s Degree: Resilient High-Rise & Master Thesis
Core Academic Courses
ARC 50 Advanced Master’s Studio & Kenchikushi Examination Preparation10u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Super-Seismic Timber High-Rise & Earthquake Evacuation CenterHigh-Rise Civic

Mass-timber tower with seismic pendulum core and automated floodgates for Tokyo Bay tsunami mitigation.

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Brazil

1% Analytics Traffic
Bacharelado em Arquitetura e Urbanismo (Integrated 5-Year Bachelor) · 5 Years (10 Semestres / ~3,600+ Hours)
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Accreditation & Curriculum Authority
Conselho de Arquitetura e Urbanismo do Brasil (CAU/BR) & Ministério da Educação (MEC) / ABEA
Licensure Examination & Experience Path
Registro Profissional CAU & Emissão de Registro de Responsabilidade Técnica (RRT) for professional practice

Leading Architectural Institutes

Faculdade de Arquitetura e Urbanismo - USP (FAU-USP)São Paulo
Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro (FAU-UFRJ)Rio de Janeiro
Universidade Presbiteriana MackenzieSão Paulo
Universidade de Brasília (FAU-UnB)Brasília
Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG)Belo Horizonte

Governing Codes & Standards

ABNT NBR 9050 (Acessibilidade Universal) ABNT NBR 15575 (Desempenho de Edificações Habitacionais) Plano Diretor Estratégico Municipal (PDE) Código de Obras e Edificações (COE)

Year-by-Year Curriculum & Studio Project Briefs

1º Ano: Desenho Arquitetônico, Geometria Descritiva e Teoria Espacial
Core Academic Courses
ARQ 101 Projeto de Arquitetura I: Espaço, Escala e Forma4u
DES 102 Geometria Gráfica Tridimensional & Desenho Técnico3u
TEO 103 Teoria e História da Arquitetura e Urbanismo I3u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Pavilhão Efêmero com Elementos Vazados (Cobogós)Micro-Pavilion

Tropical shade pavilion exploring ceramic cobogós for filtered daylighting and natural cross-ventilation.

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Abrigo Metálico em Praça PúblicaCivic Shelter

Lightweight steel shelter and community bus stop designed for tropical rainstorms.

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2º Ano: Habitação Unifamiliar, Tectônica do Concreto e Conforto Ambiental
Core Academic Courses
ARQ 201 Projeto de Arquitetura II: Habitação e Topografia6u
TEC 202 Sistemas Construtivos: Concreto Armado e Alvenaria4u
CONF 203 Conforto Térmico, Lumínico e Acústico nos Trópicos3u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Residência Moderna em Concreto Aparente (Estilo Paulista)Single-Family Home

Exposed reinforced concrete home utilizing internal gardens, deep cantilevered eaves, and brise-soleil.

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Centro Comunitário de Bairro com Horta UrbanaCommunity Facility

Neighborhood community facility featuring rammed earth and permeable brick paving.

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3º Ano: Habitação Coletiva Social (HIS) e Infraestrutura Urbana
Core Academic Courses
ARQ 301 Projeto de Arquitetura III: Habitação de Interesse Social (HIS)6u
URB 302 Planejamento Urbano e Regional: O Estatuto da Cidade4u
EST 303 Estruturas de Aço e Grandes Vãos3u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Conjunto Habitacional de Interesse Social (Urbanização de Favelas)Social Housing

Multi-family social housing complex reconnecting hillside communities with public stairways, daycares, and micro-markets.

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Terminal de Integração Ônibus e MetrôTransit Hub

Intermodal transit facility with long-span curved metal roofing and high-volume pedestrian circulation.

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4º Ano: Edifícios Complexos, SESC Cultural e Projeto Executivo
Core Academic Courses
ARQ 401 Projeto de Arquitetura IV: Equipamentos Públicos e Cultura6u
EXEC 402 Detalhamento Construtivo e Projeto Executivo (GFC)4u
PAIS 403 Arquitetura da Paisagem e Regeneração Ecológica3u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Centro Cultural e Esportivo Urbano (Modelo SESC)Cultural Complex

Multifunctional sports, theatre, and community workshop center inspired by Lina Bo Bardi’s SESC Pompéia.

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Hospital Geral Regional e Centro de EspecialidadesHealthcare Facility

Complete technical detailing of hospital ward layout, acoustic insulation, and clean-air zoning.

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5º Ano: Trabalho Final de Graduação (TFG) e Ética Profissional
Core Academic Courses
TFG 501 Trabalho Final de Graduação I: Pesquisa e Programa Temático8u
TFG 502 Trabalho Final de Graduação II: Projeto Completo e Defesa de Banca10u
ETI 503 Legislação e Ética Profissional CAU2u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
TFG: Parque Linear e Requalificação de Bacia Fluvial UrbanaUrban Waterfront

Terminal undergraduate thesis regenerating degraded riverbanks with bioswales, flood retention wetlands, and pedestrian walkways.

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TFG: Centro Tecnológico e Incubadora de Startups SustentáveisInnovation Hub

Adaptive reuse of industrial warehouses into an energy-positive creative campus with mass timber additions.

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Argentina

1% Analytics Traffic
Arquitectura (Título de Arquitecto/a) · 5–6 Years (CBC + 5 Años de Carrera / ~3,800 Horas)
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Accreditation & Curriculum Authority
Comisión Nacional de Evaluación y Acreditación Universitaria (CONEAU) & Consejo Profesional de Arquitectura y Urbanismo (CPAU)
Licensure Examination & Experience Path
Matrícula Profesional CPAU / Colegios Provinciales de Arquitectos (CAPBA, etc.)

Leading Architectural Institutes

Universidad de Buenos Aires - FADU (FADU-UBA)Buenos Aires
Universidad Nacional de La Plata (FAU-UNLP)La Plata
Universidad Nacional de Córdoba (FAUD-UNC)Córdoba
Universidad Torcuato Di Tella (UTDT)Buenos Aires
Universidad de Palermo (UP)Buenos Aires

Governing Codes & Standards

Código Urbanístico de Buenos Aires (CUR CABA) Código de Edificación CABA (Ley 6100) Normas IRAM de Acondicionamiento Térmico (IRAM 11605) Ley de Ordenamiento Territorial 8912

Year-by-Year Curriculum & Studio Project Briefs

1º Año: Morfología, Introducción a la Arquitectura y Medios Expresivos
Core Academic Courses
ARQ 1 Taller de Arquitectura 1: Forma, Espacio y Límite8u
MORF 1 Morfología 1: Generación y Análisis de la Forma4u
SIST 1 Introducción a los Tipos Estructurales4u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Pabellón Tectónico en el Río de la PlataPavilion

Lightweight timber and metal viewpoint pavilion sited on the riverside promenade studying horizon lines.

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Refugio de Escultor y Galería en DesnivelArtist Retreat

Compact dual-height workspace with north-facing natural illumination and brick floor plates.

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2º Año: Vivienda Unifamiliar Urbana y Tecnología Constructiva Rioplatense
Core Academic Courses
ARQ 2 Taller de Arquitectura 2: Hábitat, Sitio y Envolvente8u
CONS 1 Construcciones 1: Mampostería, Hormigón y Fundaciones4u
HIST 1 Historia de la Arquitectura I: De la Antigüedad al Renacimiento3u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Casa Patio en Lote Típico Porteño (8.66m)Urban Residence

Contemporary single-family home on standard 8.66m Buenos Aires lot featuring exposed brick vaults and shaded courtyards.

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Biblioteca Barrial y Taller de OficiosCivic Center

Public neighborhood library emphasizing acoustic comfort, natural ventilation, and accessible ground access.

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3º Año: Vivienda Colectiva en Altura y Estructuras de Hormigón
Core Academic Courses
ARQ 3 Taller de Arquitectura 3: Tipologías Colectivas e Inserción Urbana8u
EST 2 Estructuras 2: Hormigón Armado y losas nervuradas4u
INST 1 Instalaciones 1: Sanitarias, Gas e Incendio3u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Edificio de Vivienda Colectiva Sustentable (Palermo / Colegiales)Apartment Building

8-story residential block with green balconies, double skin masonry screening, and rooftop common terrace.

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Escuela Técnica y Polideportivo de Media EscalaEducational

Campus combining technical workshops, sports hall, and community park integrating into the urban street fabric.

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4º Año: Arquitectura Metropolitana, Planeamiento y Legajo Técnico
Core Academic Courses
ARQ 4 Taller de Arquitectura 4: Complejidad Metropolitana y Espacio Público8u
PLAN 1 Planificación Urbana: Instrumentos de Gestión del Suelo4u
PROD 1 Producción de Obra y Documentación Ejecutiva (Legajo)4u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Centro Metropolitano de Innovación y Transferencia TecnológicaOffice & Lab High-Rise

High-density mixed-use office tower with structural diagrid and sustainable greywater recycling systems.

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Legajo Técnico Completo de Obra de Arquitectura (25 Láminas)Construction Package

Comprehensive construction blueprint set including structural plans, carpentry schedules, and wet area details.

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5º Año: Proyecto Final de Carrera (PFC) y Práctica Profesional
Core Academic Courses
PFC Proyecto Final de Carrera (PFC): Tesis Integral y Defensa12u
PRACT Práctica y Legislación Profesional CPAU3u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
PFC: Regeneración Urbana de la Ribera Portuaria y Polo CulturalWaterfront Masterplan

Masterplan and terminal architectural project transforming abandoned docklands into a cultural district with climate resilience.

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PFC: Hospital de Alta Complejidad e Instituto de InvestigacionesHealthcare Complex

200-bed regional hospital balancing high-tech medical flows, passive lighting, and therapeutic courtyards.

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China

1% Analytics Traffic
Bachelor of Architecture (建筑学学士 / 5-Year Professional Degree) · 5 Years (10 Semesters / ~180+ Credits)
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Accreditation & Curriculum Authority
National Board of Architectural Accreditation of China (NBAA) & MOHURD (住房和城乡建设部)
Licensure Examination & Experience Path
Class 1 Registered Architect Examination (一级注册建筑师) administered by NABAR after 2–3 years professional internship

Leading Architectural Institutes

Tsinghua University (清华大学)Beijing
Tongji University (同济大学)Shanghai
Southeast University (东南大学)Nanjing
Tianjin University (天津大学)Tianjin
South China University of Technology (华南理工大学)Guangzhou
Harbin Institute of Technology (哈尔滨工业大学)Harbin

Governing Codes & Standards

GB 50016 (Code for Fire Protection Design of Buildings - 建筑设计防火规范) GB 50352 (Uniform Standard for Design of Civil Buildings - 民用建筑设计统一标准) GB/T 50378 (Assessment Standard for Green Building - 绿色建筑评价标准) Local Urban Planning Regulations (城市规划管理技术规定)

Year-by-Year Curriculum & Studio Project Briefs

Year 1: Architectural Representation, Space Perception & Wood Joinery
Core Academic Courses
ARCH 101 Architectural Design Fundamentals I: Space, Form & Scale6u
DRAW 102 Architectural Graphics & Ink Rendering (Manual & Digital)3u
TECT 103 Material Tectonics: Traditional Dougong Joinery & Paper Models2u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Tea Pavilion with Modernized Interlocking Dougong Wood JoineryTea Pavilion

Contemporary tea pavilion combining CNC-milled timber joints with traditional Chinese spatial sequences.

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Botanical Observation Tower in City ParkObservation Structure

Spiral wooden observation structure studying viewing angles, daylighting, and delicate landscape touch.

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Year 2: Subtropical Courtyard Architecture & Small Public Buildings
Core Academic Courses
ARCH 201 Architectural Design II: Courtyard Typology & Living Units6u
PHYS 202 Building Physics: Solar Shading, Microclimate & Thermal Mass3u
HIST 203 History of Ancient Chinese Architecture (中国建筑史)3u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Contemporary Lingnan Courtyard Residence / Hutong InfillCourtyard House

Passive solar courtyard home utilizing gray brick masonry, cold alleys (冷巷), and internal rainwater pond.

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Community Kindergarten & Early Learning CenterEducational

Child-scaled learning village with looping ramps, playful courtyards, and sun-lit activity halls.

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Year 3: Large-Span Public Buildings & High-Density Mixed-Use
Core Academic Courses
ARCH 301 Architectural Design III: Large-Span Theatres & Sports Arenas8u
STRUC 302 Large-Span Steel Structures & Space Trusses4u
SERV 303 Building Services: HVAC, Fire Suppression & Evacuation Codes3u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Municipal Sports Complex & Olympic Swimming ArenaSports Facility

Sports complex featuring long-span cable-stayed steel roof structure and natural smoke evacuation louvers.

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High-Density Mixed-Use Commercial Podium & Residential TowerHigh-Rise Mixed-Use

30-story transit-oriented tower balancing retail street frontage, fire refuge floors, and high-speed elevator banks.

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Year 4: Urban Design, TOD Mega-Structures & Working Drawings
Core Academic Courses
ARCH 401 Architectural Design IV: Urban Design & Transit-Oriented Development8u
URB 402 Urban Planning Principles & Regulatory Detail Plans3u
DOC 403 Construction Drawing Design (施工图设计 - GFC Package)4u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
High-Speed Railway Station TOD & Intermodal ConcourseTransportation Hub

Mega-infrastructure hub integrating bullet-train platforms, metro interchange, and elevated public green decks.

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Comprehensive 500-Bed General Hospital ComplexHealthcare Facility

Modern hospital compliant with GB 50016 fire standards, separating outpatient, inpatient, and infectious triage corridors.

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Year 5: Terminal Graduation Design (毕业设计) & Professional Practice
Core Academic Courses
THES 501 Graduation Design Studio (毕业设计): Independent Thesis12u
PRAC 502 Professional Practice, Project Management & Construction Law2u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Terminal Thesis: Carbon-Neutral Waterfront Science MuseumCultural Museum

Comprehensive graduation thesis featuring zero-carbon parametric timber envelope, BIPV solar facade, and jury defense.

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Terminal Thesis: Post-Industrial Heritage Regeneration & Arts DistrictAdaptive Reuse

Transforming historic steel mills into an ecological creative arts park with soil remediation and public plazas.

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Algeria

1% Analytics Traffic
Diplôme d’Architecte (Licence + Master en Architecture - Système LMD) · 5 Years (3 Ans Licence + 2 Ans Master professionnel)
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Accreditation & Curriculum Authority
Conseil National de l’Ordre des Architectes (CNOA) & Ministère de l’Enseignement Supérieur (MESRS)
Licensure Examination & Experience Path
Inscription au Tableau de l’Ordre des Architectes after accredited Master degree and 18-month professional internship (stage)

Leading Architectural Institutes

École Polytechnique d’Architecture et d’Urbanisme (EPAU)Algiers
Université Constantine 3 (Faculté d’Architecture et d’Urbanisme)Constantine
Université d’Oran 1 (Ahmed Ben Bella)Oran
Université Abou Bekr BelkaïdTlemcen
Université Mohamed KhiderBiskra

Governing Codes & Standards

RPA 99 / Version 2003 (Règles Parasismiques Algériennes) DTR C3-2 (Réglementation Thermique des Bâtiments) Documents Techniques Réglementaires (DTR) Loi 90-29 sur l’Aménagement et l’Urbanisme

Year-by-Year Curriculum & Studio Project Briefs

1ère Année: Initiation au Projet, Géométrie Descriptive et Expression Graphique
Core Academic Courses
ATEL 1 Atelier de Projet I: Espace, Éléments Fondamentaux et Échelle6u
GEOM 1 Géométrie Descriptive et Perspective Manuelle3u
THEO 1 Théorie de l’Architecture et Histoire de l’Art Maghrébin3u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Pavillon Ombragé avec Moucharabieh / Claustra en Terre CuiteShaded Pavilion

Small desert shelter analyzing solar geometry, perforated claustra shading, and natural downdraft cooling.

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Atelier d’Artisan Potier et Jardin IntérieurArtisan Workshop

Dual-level ceramicist studio incorporating passive north lighting and local limestone construction.

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2ème Année: Habitat Individuel, Bioclimatisme Méditerranéen et Matériaux Locaux
Core Academic Courses
ATEL 2 Atelier de Projet II: L’Habitat Individuel et le Site6u
BIOC 1 Physique du Bâtiment & Conception Bioclimatique en Climat Aride3u
TECH 1 Technologie de la Construction: Maçonnerie et Béton Armé4u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Maison Patio Méditerranéenne à Forte Inertie ThermiquePatio Residence

Courtyard house inspired by traditional Casbah architecture, with central water fountain, thick stone walls, and rooftop terrace.

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Centre de Santé Communautaire et Dispensaire RuralRural Clinic

Primary rural health clinic incorporating rammed-earth walls and passive cross-ventilation.

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3ème Année: Habitat Collectif Urbain, Équipements Publics et RPA 99
Core Academic Courses
ATEL 3 Atelier de Projet III: Logement Collectif et Densité Urbaine8u
PARA 1 Conception Parasismique des Structures (RPA 99 / 2003)4u
URB 1 Initiation à l’Urbanisme et aux Tissus Urbains Historiques3u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Ensemble de Logements Sociaux Collectifs Éco-ResponsablesSocial Housing

Mid-rise residential neighborhood with shaded pedestrian alleyways, courtyards, and seismic shear wall cores.

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Maison de Jeunes et Médiathèque PolyvalenteCultural Center

Community cultural center featuring a 250-seat acoustic auditorium, exhibition hall, and public plaza.

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Master 1: Équipements Complexes, Rénovation Patrimoniale et Dessin d’Exécution
Core Academic Courses
ATEL M1 Atelier de Projet Master 1: Équipements Urbains Complexes8u
PATR 1 Préservation et Réhabilitation du Patrimoine Bâti (Casbahs & Ksour)3u
EXEC 1 Dossier d’Exécution Technique et Cahier des Charges (CCTP)4u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Gare Routière Intermodale et Pôle d’Échange MétropolitainTransit Interchange

Urban transport hub resolving passenger bus circulation, solar canopy roofing, and park-and-ride facilities.

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Dossier Technique d’Exécution Complet (GFC 30 Planches)Construction Drawings

Exhaustive working drawings including foundation plans, expansion joints under RPA 99, and joinery schedules.

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Master 2: Projet de Fin d’Études (PFE) et Pratique Professionnelle
Core Academic Courses
PFE 501 Projet de Fin d’Études (PFE): Mémoire de Recherche et Projet Architectural14u
LEGIS 502 Législation du Bâtiment, Déontologie et Exercice Professionnel CNOA2u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
PFE: Centre de Recherche Écologique et Station Solaire du SaharaResearch Center

Terminal master’s thesis developing an autonomous solar research facility combatting desertification in the Biskra / Ouargla oasis.

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PFE: Requalification Urbaine et Portuaire du Front de Mer d’AlgerWaterfront Regeneration

Metropolitan redevelopment project transforming obsolete port basins into maritime museum, botanical gardens, and tram station.

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Italy

Laurea Magistrale a Ciclo Unico in Architettura (5-Year Single Cycle) · 5 Years (10 Semesters / 300 CFU ECTS)
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Accreditation & Curriculum Authority
Consiglio Nazionale degli Architetti, Pianificatori, Paesaggisti e Conservatori (CNAPPC) & MIUR
Licensure Examination & Experience Path
Esame di Stato per l’Abilitazione all’Esercizio della Professione di Architetto (Iscrizione all’Albo Sezione A)

Leading Architectural Institutes

Politecnico di Milano (DAStU)Milan
Università Iuav di VeneziaVenice
Sapienza Università di RomaRome
Politecnico di TorinoTurin
Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico IINaples

Governing Codes & Standards

Norme Tecniche per le Costruzioni (NTC 2018 - Seismic & Eurocodes) Codice dei Beni Culturali e del Paesaggio (D.Lgs 42/2004) Testo Unico dell’Edilizia (D.P.R. 380/2001) Norme sull’Efficienza Energetica (D.Lgs 192/2005)

Year-by-Year Curriculum & Studio Project Briefs

1º Anno: Disegno dell’Architettura, Fondamenti di Composizione e Geometria
Core Academic Courses
LAB 1 Laboratorio di Progettazione Architettonica 112u
DIS 1 Rilievo e Rappresentazione dell’Architettura8u
STOR 1 Storia dell’Architettura Antica e Medievale6u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Padiglione di Sosta nel Parco ArcheologicoArchaeological Pavilion

Reversible lightweight steel-and-wood shelter protecting archaeological ruins without puncturing Roman masonry.

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Rilievo e Ridisegno Critico di un Palazzo RinascimentaleMeasured Survey

Detailed measured survey and ortho-photogrammetric drawing of historic Renaissance facade and courtyard.

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2º Anno: Composizione Architettonica e Tecnologia dei Materiali
Core Academic Courses
LAB 2 Laboratorio di Progettazione Architettonica 2: Residenza e Spazio Pubblico12u
TEC 1 Tecnologia dell’Architettura e Materiali Tradizionali e Innovativi8u
STOR 2 Storia dell’Architettura Moderna e Contemporanea6u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Casa per Artista e Giardino Lapideo sulle CollineVilla

Terraced stone residence responding to Mediterranean topography and olive grove terraces.

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Biblioteca di Quartiere e Spazio CivicoLibrary

Civic reading hall inserted into a historic urban perimeter block with courtyard daylighting.

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3º Anno: Progettazione Esecutiva, Strutture NTC 2018 e Impianti
Core Academic Courses
LAB 3 Laboratorio di Costruzione dell’Architettura: Dal Concetto al Dettaglio14u
STRUC 1 Scienza e Tecnica delle Costruzioni (NTC 2018)8u
FIS 1 Fisica Tecnica Ambientale e Impianti6u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Edificio Residenziale Collettivo NZEB (Milano / Torino)Multi-Family Housing

Nearly Zero-Energy Building (NZEB) apartment block featuring timber-concrete hybrid slab and external louvers.

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Progetto Esecutivo di Dettaglio 1:5 e 1:20 (Pacchetto Involucro)Detail Package

Technical construction detailing resolving thermal bridges, window head/sill waterproof joints, and ventilated rainscreens.

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4º Anno: Restauro Architettonico e Pianificazione Urbanistica
Core Academic Courses
LAB REST Laboratorio di Restauro Architettonico e Conservazione12u
URB 1 Laboratorio di Urbanistica e Progettazione Urbana10u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Restauro e Rifunzionalizzazione di un Convento Barocco / FilandaAdaptive Reuse

Adaptive reuse of a decommissioned monastery into a municipal school of music and public exhibition cloister.

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Masterplan di Rigenerazione Urbana dello Scalo FerroviarioUrban Masterplan

Masterplan reclaiming decommissioned railway yards into an ecological park with student housing.

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5º Anno: Tesi di Laurea Magistrale e Deontologia Professionale
Core Academic Courses
TESI Tesi di Laurea Magistrale in Architettura (Jury Defense)24u
DEONT Deontologia Professionale e Gestione del Cantiere CNAPPC4u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Tesi Magistrale: Polo Museale e Ricerca Marina nella Laguna di VeneziaCultural Museum

Master thesis proposing an amphibious, flood-resilient oceanic observatory in the Venetian lagoon.

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Tesi Magistrale: Ospedale Universitario e Parco TerapeuticoHealthcare Complex

State-of-the-art regional hospital integrating bio-climatic atrium gardens and flexible pandemic surge capacity.

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France

Diplôme d’État d’Architecte (DEA 5 Ans) + HMONP (Habilitation Année 6) · 5 Years (Licence 3 Ans + Master 2 Ans) + 1 An HMONP for Practice
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Accreditation & Curriculum Authority
Conseil National de l’Ordre des Architectes (CNOA) & Ministère de la Culture
Licensure Examination & Experience Path
HMONP (Habilitation à exercer la Maîtrise d’Œuvre en son Nom Propre) required to sign building permits over 150 m²

Leading Architectural Institutes

ENSA Paris-BellevilleParis
ENSA Paris-MalaquaisParis
ENSA VersaillesVersailles
ENSA LyonLyon
ENSA BordeauxBordeaux

Governing Codes & Standards

Réglementation Environnementale RE2020 (Low-Carbon & Bio-based) Code de la Construction et de l’Habitation (CCH) Règles de Sécurité Incendie ERP (Établissements Recevant du Public) Accessibilité PMR

Year-by-Year Curriculum & Studio Project Briefs

Licence 1: Initiation à l’Espace, Dessin et Culture Architecturale
Core Academic Courses
PROJ L1 Projet d’Architecture: Espace, Mesure et Habiter14u
STA L1 Sciences et Techniques pour l’Architecture: Statique et Matériaux6u
HCA L1 Histoire et Cultures Architecturales: Antiquité au XIXe siècle4u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Folie Végétale et Belvédère en Bois sur la SeineTimber Pavilion

Small public viewpoint pavilion in Paris exploring bio-based timber joinery and minimal site footprint.

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Maison Individuelle en Pente et Lumière NaturelleResidence

Single-family house on a hillside studying level changes, cross ventilation, and morning light.

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Licence 2: Habitat et Équipements de Quartier, Structure et Climat
Core Academic Courses
PROJ L2 Projet d’Architecture: Habitat Collectif et Ville14u
STA L2 Résistance des Matériaux, Béton Armé et Ossature Bois6u
ENV L2 Ambiances Thermiques, Lumineuses et Acoustiques (RE2020)4u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Immeuble de Logements Intermédiaires en Structure Bois (RE2020)Social Housing

Timber-frame apartment building complying with French RE2020 low-carbon footprint and bioclimatic loggias.

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École Élémentaire avec Cour Végétalisée OasisSchool

Primary school designed with permeable asphalt-free schoolyard, green roof, and natural timber cladding.

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Licence 3: Équipements Publics Métropolitains et Dossier de Licence
Core Academic Courses
PROJ L3 Projet d’Architecture: Équipement Public et Espace Urbain14u
URB L3 Théories et Pratiques de l’Urbanisme Contemporain6u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Médiathèque et Pôle Associatif de Centre-VillePublic Library

Public library and community makerspace integrating large-span glued-laminated timber beams and double-height reading voids.

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Gymnase et Centre de Danse MunicipalSports Facility

Sports complex optimizing north daylighting, acoustic baffles, and robust local masonry.

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Master 1: Ville Durable, Reconversion Industrielle et Détail Technique
Core Academic Courses
PROJ M1 Projet de Master: Territoire, Transition Écologique et Métropole16u
TECH M1 Détails Constructifs, Éco-Matériaux et Économie de la Construction6u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Reconversion d’une Friche Ferroviaire en Quartier Écologique MixteAdaptive Reuse

Urban renewal of railway repair shops into social housing, incubator studios, and community micro-farming.

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Dossier de Consultation des Entreprises (DCE / GFC 25 Planches)Construction Drawings

Technical construction detailing of curtain walls, waterproofing membranes, and acoustic decoupling slabs.

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Master 2: Projet de Fin d’Études (PFE) et Préparation HMONP
Core Academic Courses
PFE M2 Projet de Fin d’Études (PFE): Mémoire et Soutenance de Diplôme24u
DEONT M2 Cadre Juridique de la Maîtrise d’Œuvre et Droit du Bâtiment4u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
PFE: Pôle de Recherche Agro-Écologique et Résilience FluvialeCivic Research

Terminal Master thesis addressing sea-level rise and floodplain resilience with amphibious architecture.

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PFE: Hôpital Métropolitain Modulaire et PavillonnaireHealthcare Facility

Modern hospital complex balancing bioclimatic convalescence gardens with sterile operating theater suites.

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Spain

Grado en Fundamentos de la Arquitectura (5 Años) + Máster Habilitante (1 Año) · 5+1 Years (Grado 300 ECTS + Máster Habilitante 60 ECTS / ~360 ECTS)
Explore Spain Work
Accreditation & Curriculum Authority
Consejo Superior de Colegios de Arquitectos de España (CSCAE) & ANECA
Licensure Examination & Experience Path
Colegiación Oficial (Colegio Oficial de Arquitectos - COAM, COAC, etc.) upon completion of Máster Habilitante

Leading Architectural Institutes

ETSAM (Universidad Politécnica de Madrid)Madrid
ETSAB (Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya)Barcelona
Universidad de Navarra (ETSAUN)Pamplona
ETSA Sevilla (Universidad de Sevilla)Seville
ETSA Valencia (UPV)Valencia

Governing Codes & Standards

Código Técnico de la Edificación (CTE - DB-HE, DB-SI, DB-SUA) Normas Urbanísticas Municipales (PGOU) Reglamento de Instalaciones Térmicas en los Edificios (RITE) Eurocódigos Estructurales

Year-by-Year Curriculum & Studio Project Briefs

1º Curso: Dibujo del Espacio, Geometría Métrica e Introducción al Proyecto
Core Academic Courses
PROY 1 Proyectos Arquitectónicos I: Espacio, Escala y Materia12u
DIB 1 Geometría y Dibujo de la Arquitectura8u
FIS 1 Fundamentos Físicos de las Estructuras y el Clima6u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Pabellón Mirador en el Acantilado MediterráneoPavilion

Cantilevered concrete and local limestone pavilion framing coastal views and providing shade.

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Refugio de Peregrinos en el Camino de SantiagoShelter

Timber vaulted shelter for pilgrims with communal hearth and natural stone flooring.

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2º Curso: Vivienda y Tectónica de la Fábrica de Ladrillo y Hormigón
Core Academic Courses
PROY 2 Proyectos Arquitectónicos II: La Vivienda y el Entorno12u
CONS 1 Construcción I: Fábricas de Ladrillo, Cubiertas y Envolventes8u
EST 1 Mecánica del Suelo y Estructuras I6u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Casa Patio Mediterránea en Suelo RústicoCourtyard Villa

Passive Mediterranean villa utilizing lime plaster, terracotta tile screens, and central water basin.

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Centro Cultural de Barrio y Sala PolivalenteCommunity Facility

Public community hall inserted between party walls with exposed ceramic acoustic vaults.

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3º Curso: Vivienda Colectiva, Edificación CTE y Grandes Estructuras
Core Academic Courses
PROY 3 Proyectos Arquitectónicos III: Vivienda Colectiva en Ciudad Consolidada12u
CONS 2 Construcción II: Muros Cortina, Aislamiento y Cumplimiento CTE DB-HE8u
EST 2 Estructuras de Hormigón Armado y Acero (Eurocódigos)6u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Bloque de Vivienda Pública de Consumo Casi Nulo (Eixample / Madrid)Social Housing

Apartment block with passive solar balconies, communal laundry terrace, and rainwater cistern.

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Polideportivo y Piscina Cubierta con Estructura de Madera LaminadaSports Arena

Large-span laminated timber portal frames spanning a 30m municipal competition pool.

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4º Curso: Urbanismo, Equipamientos Complejos y Detalle Constructivo
Core Academic Courses
PROY 4 Proyectos Arquitectónicos IV: Equipamientos de Gran Escala12u
URB 1 Planeamiento Urbano: Planes Generales y Gestión del Suelo8u
INST 1 Instalaciones del Edificio (Climatización, Salubridad y Electricidad)6u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Estación Intermodal de Autobuses y Tren de Alta Velocidad (AVE)Transit Hub

High-speed transit interchange with structural space-truss roof and subterranean commuter concourses.

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Proyecto de Ejecución Completo de Edificio Terciario (GFC 35 Planos)Construction Drawings

Full architectural and structural working drawings package with detailed CTE compliance matrices.

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5º Curso + Máster Habilitante: Trabajo Fin de Grado / Máster y Práctica
Core Academic Courses
TFM Trabajo Fin de Máster Habilitante (TFM): Proyecto Integral y Defensa30u
LEGIS Práctica Profesional, Dirección de Obra y Responsabilidad Civil CSCAE6u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
TFM: Bodega Bioclimática Excavada y Hotel EnoturísticoWinery & Hospitality

Subterranean gravity-fed winery integrated into vineyard hillside with rammed earth construction.

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TFM: Hospital General de Alta Resolución y Centro de InvestigaciónHospital Complex

250-bed hospital optimizing clean-air circulation, structural base isolation, and therapeutic lightwells.

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Mexico

Licenciatura en Arquitectura (5 Años / 10 Semestres) · 5 Years (10 Semestres / ~300+ Créditos)
Explore Mexico Work
Accreditation & Curriculum Authority
Federación de Colegios de Arquitectos de la República Mexicana (FCARM) & ASINEA / COAOMA
Licensure Examination & Experience Path
Cédula Profesional de Arquitecto issued by Dirección General de Profesiones (SEP)

Leading Architectural Institutes

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM - FA)Mexico City
Tecnológico de Monterrey (ITESM - Escuela de Arquitectura)Monterrey
Universidad Iberoamericana (IBERO)Mexico City
Universidad de Guadalajara (CUAAD - UdeG)Guadalajara
Universidad AnáhuacMexico City

Governing Codes & Standards

Reglamento de Construcciones para la CDMX (RCDF - Seismic & Soft Soil Rules) Normas Técnicas Complementarias (NTC - Sismo, Concreto, Viento) NMX-AA-164-SCFI (Edificación Sustentable) Ley de Desarrollo Urbano

Year-by-Year Curriculum & Studio Project Briefs

1º Año: Taller Básico de Diseño, Expresión Gráfica y Geometría Espacial
Core Academic Courses
DIS 101 Taller de Arquitectura 1: Principios de Composición Espacial8u
GRAF 102 Geometría Descriptiva y Dibujo Manual / Digital4u
TEOR 103 Teoría de la Arquitectura e Identidad Vernácula Mexicana3u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Pabellón Tectónico de Luz y Sombra (Inspiración Barragán / Legorreta)Cultural Pavilion

Monolithic colored masonry pavilion framing Mexican daylight and water reflections.

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Kiosco y Módulo de Información Turística en Centro HistóricoCivic Kiosk

Compact steel and volcanic stone (recinto) tourist pavilion for historic plaza zócalos.

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2º Año: Vivienda Unifamiliar, Tectónica Regional y Acondicionamiento Ambiental
Core Academic Courses
DIS 201 Taller de Arquitectura 2: Vivienda y Clima8u
MAT 202 Materiales y Procesos Constructivos: Albañilería y Concreto4u
CLIM 203 Acondicionamiento Físico y Diseño Bioclimático Pasivo3u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Casa Habitación con Muros de Tierra Compactada / TapialResidential

Passive rammed-earth residence utilizing cross-ventilation, shaded porticoes, and rainwater cisterns.

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Centro Comunitario y Taller de Artesanías de BarrioCommunity Center

Community gathering space built with exposed red brick lattices (celosías) and courtyards.

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3º Año: Vivienda Colectiva, Diseño Sísmico NTC y Estructuras
Core Academic Courses
DIS 301 Taller de Arquitectura 3: Vivienda Multifamiliar y Ciudad8u
SISM 302 Estructuras de Concreto y Criterios Sísmicos (RCDF)4u
INST 303 Instalaciones Hidráulicas, Sanitarias y Eléctricas4u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Conjunto Habitacional Multifamiliar Sísmicamente ResilienteApartment Complex

6-story apartment building designed for CDMX soft soil zone with shear walls, friction piles, and communal garden.

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Clínica de Atención Primaria y Centro de SaludHealthcare Facility

Neighborhood clinic with aseptic consultation zones, shaded waiting portico, and wheelchair accessibility.

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4º Año: Edificios Complejos, Urbanismo y Planos Ejecutivos (GFC)
Core Academic Courses
DIS 401 Taller de Arquitectura 4: Equipamiento Urbano Complejo8u
URB 402 Urbanismo y Planeación de Asentamientos Humanos4u
EXEC 403 Proyecto Ejecutivo Integral: Memorias y Especificaciones5u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Centro Cultural, Museo Comunitario y Teatro de CámaraCultural Complex

Cultural campus combining 350-seat acoustic theatre, exhibition galleries, and landscaped open-air amphitheatre.

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Paquete Completo de Proyecto Ejecutivo (GFC 30 Planos)Construction Drawings

Detailed construction blueprint package with structural foundation piles, beam schedules, and MEP coordination.

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5º Año: Tesis Profesional de Titulación y Práctica Profesional
Core Academic Courses
TES 501 Tesis de Titulación I: Investigación, Justificación y Programa Arquitectónico10u
TES 502 Tesis de Titulación II: Proyecto Integral, Maqueta y Examen Profesional12u
LEGIS 503 Legislación Urbana, Deontología y Gestión Inmobiliaria FCARM3u
Assigned Studio Projects & Thesis References
Tesis de Titulación: Centro de Investigación y Reserva de la Biosfera MarinaEcological Research

Terminal undergraduate thesis proposing an off-grid ecological research lab in Baja California powered by solar microgrids.

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Tesis de Titulación: Nodo de Transporte Intermodal y Regeneración BarrialTransit Interchange

Metro and Cablebús interchange integrating market stalls, community library, and elevated public walkways.

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