Architecture Courses: Top Universities, Skills, Scope 

There are various architecture courses from which you can choose from. Below we have mentioned many courses for different levels such as undergraduate, postgraduate and many more. Due to the shortage of time, many students choose the diploma in architecture abroad course. For more, we have discussed about the skills that you may require for becoming a successful architect, top colleges that offer architecture courses and many more. 

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What are Architecture Courses? 

A key focus of architecture education is the development of skills required to become an architect. Buildings, airport terminals, freeways, malls, complexes, and other civil structures that require a range of creative ideas and analytical skills are among the themes and topics covered in architectural courses.

Architecture Courses List 

Enrolling in courses that provide you with the requisite skills and an in-depth understanding of the subject is crucial if you want to start a career in architecture. Below is a detailed inventory of all the bachelor’s and master’s level architecture courses offered. 

Architecture Courses Level	Courses Offered
Diploma and Certificate Courses	1. Graduate Diploma in Architectural Science (High-Performance Buildings)  2. Graduate Diploma in Architectural Science  3. Graduate Diploma in Architectural Sciences (Illumination Design)  4. Graduate Diploma in Landscape Architecture  5. Graduate Diploma in Architectural Sciences (Sustainable Design)
Undergraduate Courses	1. Bachelor’ in Construction Management  2. Bachelor’s of Engineering in Architectural Engineering  3. Bachelor of Arts in Architectural Technology and Construction Management  4. Bachelor of Arts in Interior Architecture and Design (Honours)  5. BSA (Bachelor of Science in Architecture)
Postgraduate Courses	1. Master in Architecture and Design Business Management  2. Master in Interaction Design  3. Masters of Sciences in Superyacht Design  4. Master of Sciences in Biodigital Architecture  5. Masters in Naval Architecture  6. Master in Civil and Architectural Engineering  7. Master in Interior Architecture  8. Masters in Architecture and Urban Design
PhD Courses	1. PhD in Urban Planning  2. PhD Architecture  3. PhD in Planning  4. PhD in Housing

Top Universities/ Colleges in Abroad for Architecture Courses 

The need for architecture graduates is more nowadays because of the growing industries and building structures. For that below are some of the top universities/ colleges in abroad that offers architecture courses. 

University/ College	Country	Courses Offered
Harvard University	USA	MArch (Master of Architecture)
Stanford University	USA	B.S (Bachelor of Science) in Architectural Design
University of Cambridge	UK	M.Phil (Master of Philosophy) (Architecture an Urban Design)
ETH Zurich	Switzerland	M.S. (Master of Science) Architecture
McGill University	Canada	M.Arch (Master of Architecture) (Architectural History and Theory)
Delft University of Technology	Netherlands	M.S. (Master of Science) in Architecture, Urbanism and Building Sciences
University of California	USA	B.S. (Bachelor of Science) in Landscape Architecture
The University of Queensland	Australia	M.Arch. (Master of Architecture)
University of Minnesota	USA	M.L.A. (Master of Landscape Architecture)
RWTH Aachen University	Germany	M.S. (Master of Science) Architecture
University of New South Wales	Australia	M.Arch (Master of Architecture)
University of Groningen	Netherlands	M.S. (Master of Science) in Real Estate Studies

Architecture Courses: Syllabus 

Various subjects are covered under the architecture courses. Below are the syllabus for the various courses. 

B.Arch Course Syllabus: Semester-Wise & Year-Wise

Year- 1

SEMESTER- 1	SEMESTER- 2
1. Professional Communications- I  2. Vernacular Arch. and Human Settl.  3. Model Making and Workshop  4. Environmental Studies  5. Theory of Structures- I  6. Building Construction- I  7. Computer Applications- I  8. Visual Arts and Basic Design I  9. Architectural Design I	1. Professional Communications- II  2. Sociology and Culture  3. History of Architecture- I  4. Surveying and Leveling  5. Climate-Responsive Design  6. Theory of Structures- II  7. Building Construction- II 8. Computer Applications- II  9. Visual Arts and Basic Design II  10. Architectural Design II

Year- 2

SEMESTER- 3	SEMESTER- 4
1. Research Elective I  2. Art and Architectural Appreciation I  3. History of Architecture II  4. Site Planning and Landscape Studies  5. Water, Waste and Sanitation  6. Theory of Structures III  7. Building and Construction III  8. Computer Applications III  9. Visual Arts and Basic Design III  10. Architectural Design III	1. Research Elective II  2. Art and Architectural Appreciation II  3. History of Architecture III  4. Solar Active and Passive Systems  5. Electrification, Lighting and Acoustics  6. Theory of Structures IV 7. Building and Construction IV 8. Computer Applications IV 9. Visual Arts and Basic Design IV 10. Architectural Design IV

Year- 3

SEMESTER- 5	SEMESTER- 6
1. Arch. Research- Elective III 2. Arch. Research- Elective IV 3. Art and Architectural Appreciation III 4. Design Methodology II 5. History of Architecture IV 6. Energy System & Renewables 7. HVAC. Mech. Mobility & Fire Safety 8. Theory of Structures V 9. Building Construction V 10. Architectural Design V	1. Art & Architectural Appreciation IV 2. Architectural Theories 3. Contemporary Architecture 4. Specifications & Contracts 5. Sustainable Urban Habitats 6. Green Systems Integration 7. Theory of Structure & Design II 8. Building Construction VI 9. Architectural Design VI

Year- 4

SEMESTER- 7	SEMESTER- 8
1. Arch. Research- Elective V 2. Arch. Research- Elective VI 3. Arch. Research Seminar 4. Architectural Appreciation IV 5. Project Management  6. Working Drawings 7. Architectural Design VII	1. Practical Training

Year- 5

SEMESTER- 9	SEMESTER- 10
1. Arch. Research- Elective VII 2. Arch. Research- Elective VIII  3. Arch. Research Dissertation/ Art Thesis 4. Urban Design Studies  5. Professional Practice  6. Architectural Design IX	1. Professional Practice  2. Thesis Design Research  3. Architectural Design Thesis

M.Arch Course Syllabus: Semester-Wise 

SEMESTER- 1	SEMESTER- 2
1. Landscape Ecology and Planning  2. Traditional and Contemporary Landscape  3. Urban conservation and practice 4. Urban design studio 5. Sustainable and green building design 6. Contemporary architecture: theories and trends	1. Web Design and Portfolio Production  2. Performance Evaluation of Buildings  3. Urban Landscape Design  4. Services in High Rise Buildings  5. Advanced Architectural Design Studio I  6. Contemporary Architecture II

SEMESTER- 3	SEMESTER- 4
1. Dissertation  2. Architecture and Critical Theory  3. Advanced Architectural Design Studio II 4. Sustainability and energy conservation in landscape architecture 5. Emerging Practices in Housing  6. Research Methodologies in Architecture	1. Thesis  2. Material Conservation  3. Appropriate Technologies and Sustainable Construction  4. GIS Modelling in Urban Planning  5. Building Information Modelling  6. Building Management and Control Systems

Major Subjects in Architecture 

The architecture field is a wide area of study. Below are some of the major subjects that you will study in the architecture courses. 

• Modern and Postmodern Era 
• Visual Representation 
• Structural Analysis 
• Structural Mechanics 
• Estimation, Costing and Specifications 
• Fundamental Architecture Studio 
• High and Late Medieval Period 
• Construction Project Management 
• Disaster Resilient Buildings 
• Environmental Sciences 
• Fundamental Architecture Studio 
• Water Supply and Sanitation 
• Architectural Design Basis 
• Design Communication
• Architecture and Urbanism in India 
• Behavioural Architecture 
• Building Economics 
• Applied Climatology 
• Ancient Civilizations 

Scope of Architectural Courses 

You will have many options after earning a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in architecture. Applicants will be able to work on a range of projects and in any area of the construction industry. As mentioned earlier, as long as new projects and buildings are being constructed, the need will only increase. Examples include public works departments, private architecture firms, historical and architectural heritage, interior design, and the media. The interior design, urban development, and building industries are served by construction and development firms.

Skills Required to Become a Successful Architect 

• Must know how to use a computer properly 
• Creative Skills 
• Communication Skills 
• Leadership Skills 
• Artistic Skills 
• Engineering Skills 
• Construction and Building Knowledge 
• Attention to Detail 
• Problem-Solving Skills 
• Visualizing Skills 
• Commercial Awareness 
• Teamwork Skills 
• Designing Software Skills 

Documents Required for Architecture Courses 

• Students who want to pursue master’s level architecture courses should submit a folder of their past work experiences. 
• In the event that the degree certificate is not in English, postgraduate applicants must submit a translation of the certificate.
• Two Reference Letters should be submitted. 
• SOP (Statement of Purpose) 
• English Language Proficiency Tests Scores- IELTS, TOEFL 
• LOR (Letter of Recommendation) 
• Resume/ CV 
• Passport Scanned Copy 
• Official Academic Copies 

Educational Qualifications Required for Architecture Courses 

• Students who want to pursue undergraduate courses in architecture. They must have completed their 12th standard from a well-recognized institution or school and have a core subject which is mathematics. 
• Then if you want to opt for the postgraduate courses in architecture they should have completed their bachelor’s degree from a known college/ university. Moreover, it is necessary to have science subjects and mathematics. 
• Lastly to pursue the certificate and diploma courses they should have completed their 10th standard at least and also scored the minimum of 55%. Therefore, Science and mathematics are the necessary subjects. 

Note:- Above we have discussed the documents required and educational qualifications that are required for architecture courses. But they may vary on the basis of the university and course you are choosing.

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Highest-Paying Architecture Jobs With Salaries 

Job Roles	Average Salary (per year)
Historic Preservation Architect	$116,260
Commercial Architect	$94,427
Architectural Project Manager	$85,231
Landscape Architect	$72,647
Industrial Architect	$72,241
Urban Planner	$69,478
Architectural Historian	$68,932
Architectural Designer	$66,699

Best Books for Architecture Courses 

Book Name	Author/ Editor
Architecture: Form, Space, & Order	Francis D.K. Ching
BIG. Yes is More. An Archicomic on Architectural Evolution	Bjarke Ingels
Theory and Design in the First Machine Age	Reyner Banham
Architecture: A Visual History	Jonathan Glancey

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