Programs of Study

Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) Degree

Offered as a first professional degree, the Bachelor of Architecture program provides an intense design education by developing each student’s capacity to synthesize critical thought, artistic vision, and responsible leadership. With passionate professional faculty, diverse collaboration teams, emerging technologies and fabrication labs, and sensitivity to sustainable methods – together we will participate in shaping our physical world.

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Bachelor of Arts in Architectural Design (BA-ARH-D) Degree

Grounded in environmental design, the Bachelor of Arts in Architectural Design (BA-ARH-D) degree provides a strong undergraduate education while allowing the student to experience and gain skills in architectural design, art, architectural, and urban history and theory, fundamentals of sustainability, materials, building construction and structures, as well as advanced design representation tools. To study the world through the architectural lens is an opportunity to examine our culture through the spaces and buildings that we create.

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Master of Architecture (M. Arch) Degree – Track 1

The Master of Architecture (M.Arch) program prepares the student through the process of critical thinking, designing, and making to provide meaningful contributions to our built environment through the practice of architecture and urban design. We work to develop each student’s individual capacity through critical thought, rigorous exploration and personal design vision.

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Master of Architecture (M. Arch) Degree – Track 2

The Master of Architecture (M.Arch) program prepares the student through the process of critical thinking, designing, and making to provide meaningful contributions to our built environment through the practice of architecture and urban design. We work to develop each student’s individual capacity through critical thought, rigorous exploration and personal design vision. This program track is accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB), which is the sole authority for accredited professional degree programs for architecture in the United States. We have an open enrollment policy and operate on a rolling admissions basis. We do not require a TOEFL test but all placement into architecture classes is pending ESL evaluation, ESL 604 placement necessary to start architecture classes. A portfolio is required for applications to the School of Architecture. The Graduate School of Architecture at the Academy of Art University is unique in that there are many advanced standing options for applicants with a background in architecture or a related field. The advanced standing is determined on an individual basis through a portfolio review and transcript evaluation. Apply today to find out about these options.

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Master of Arts in Advanced Architectural Design (MA-ARH) Degree – Track 1

The Master of Arts in Advanced Architectural Design (MA-ARH) program prepares the student through the process of critical thinking, designing, and making to provide meaningful contributions to architectural design. We work to develop each student’s individual interest through critical thought, rigorous exploration, and personal vision.

The MA-ARH Track 1 program is designed for students who have graduated from Bachelor’s program in Architecture, Environmental Design, Interior Design, Landscape Architecture, or Urban Design and Engineering.

The Master of Arts degree program is regionally accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC).

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Master of Arts in Advanced Architectural Design (MA-ARH) Degree – Track 2

The Master of Arts in Advanced Architectural Design program allows students to specialize in a particular area of interest. Dedicated to advanced architectural design investigations immersed inside a large and vibrant art and design university, the program has an exceptional profile. Students develop their own interest covering diverse fields that mediate between contemporary architectural developments, design theory, and emerging technology. Through a curriculum lead by inspiring faculty, we enable our students to become responsible leaders in their field, possessing the skills to envision, design and construct a desirable and viable future, and therefore actively contribute towards the evolution of society and culture.

The MA-ARH Track 2 program is designed for students who have not graduated from Bachelor’s program related to Architecture.

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