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Architectural Design B.F.A.
Architectural Design B.F.A.

Architectural Design B.F.A.

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  • Level:4-Year Bachelor's Degree
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Admission Requirements

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English Requirements

Proof of English language proficiency in ONE of the following ways:

  • Minimum standardized test score:

    • Note: Please specify the JMU CEEB code (005392) on the testing form. Test scores must be sent directly from the testing agency to JMU. Student copies will not be accepted.

    • IELTS minimum score of 6.5

    • GTEC CBT minimum score of 1210

    • Duolingo English Test minimum score of 105

    • Pearson PTE Academic minimum score of 58

    • TOEFL mimimum score of 81 (internet-based test)

    • SAT minimum score of 500 on the Evidenced Based Reading and Writing Portion of SAT exam

    • Cambridge English Exam - Certificate of Advanced English (CAE) minimum score of 176, CEFR level

  • Submission of a General Certificate of Secondary Education or General Certificate of Education "O" level in English language.

  • Possession of an American associate's or bachelor's degree equivalent from an accredited institution located in a country where English is the native language.

  • Graduation from an accredited high school in a native English-speaking country where the applicant has resided for at least four years.

Course Information

The B.F.A. in architectural design educates future design leaders. It is an intensive program focused on rigorous design processes. Architectural design is approached holistically– emphasizing investigations into the nature of materials and objects, interior space, ergonomics, history and theory, programmatic invention, functional poetics, and collaboration across disciplines. The curriculum instills purpose, craft, technological competencies and versatile thinking.

Teaching licensure in art is available as part of all degree programs. As a student enrolled in art education course work, you will be exposed to both theoretical and practical issues related to comprehensive art education delivery. In addition to intensive art education methods course work, you will participate in three practicum experiences designed for elementary, middle and high school levels.

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Architectural Design, B.F.A.

Total: 120 Credit Hours

Major Requirements

Foundation Courses: 18 Credit Hours

  • ART 102. Two-Dimensional Design (0,6) 3.00

  • ART 104. Drawing I (0,6) 3.00

  • ART 106. Three-Dimensional Design (0,6) 3.00

  • ART 108. Drawing II (0,6) 3.00

  • ARTH 205. Survey of World Art I: Prehistoric to Renaissance [C2VPA] 3.00

  • ARTH 206. Survey of World Art II: Renaissance to Modern [C2VPA] 3.00

Required Concentration Courses: 51 Credit Hours

  • ARCD 200. Architect Design Studio I 6.00

  • ARCD 202. Architect Design Studio II 6.00

  • ARCD 208. Portfolio Review 0.00

  • ARCD 220. CAD I: 3D Modeling 3.00

  • ARCD 300. Architect Design Studio III 6.00

  • ARCD 302. Architect Design Studio IV 6.00

  • ARCD 330. Materials and Methods I 3.00

  • ARCD 370. History of Architecture 3.00

  • ARCD 376. Modern Architecture 3.00

  • ARCD 400. Architect Design Studio V 6.00

  • ARCD 402. Architect Design Studio VI 6.00

  • ARCD 440. Professional Design Practices 3.00

  • ARCD 496. Internship 0.00

Art, Design and Art History Electives: 9 Credit Hours

Total: 78 Credit Hours

Recommended Schedule for Majors

First Year

  • General Education 12 Credit Hours

  • Art Foundations 18 Credit Hours

Total: 30 Credit Hours

Second Year

  • ARCD 200. Architect Design Studio I 6.00

  • ARCD 202. Architect Design Studio II 6.00

  • ARCD 220. CAD I: 3D Modeling 3.00

  • ARCD 208. Portfolio Review 0.00 (spring)

  • ARCD 370. History of Architecture 3.00

  • ARCD 376. Modern Architecture 3.00

  • General Education 15 Credit Hours

Total: 36 Credit Hours

Third Year

  • ARCD 300. Architect Design Studio III 6.00

  • ARCD 302. Architect Design Studio IV 6.00

  • ARCD 330. Materials and Methods I 3.00

  • ARCD 440. Professional Design Practices 3.00

  • ARCD 496. Internship 0.00 1

  • Art, Design and Art History Elective Courses

  • General Education 6 Credit Hours

Total: 30 Credit Hours

Fourth Year

  • ARCD 400. Architect Design Studio V 6.00

  • ARCD 402. Architect Design Studio VI 6.00

  • Art, Design and Art History Elective Courses

  • General Education 9 Credit Hours

Total: 27 Credit Hours

 

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Career Opportunity

Career Opportunity

Many graduates choose typical career paths associated with this major. However, some graduates choose unrelated careers that utilize skills and experiences developed during their years in college. Keep in mind, that some fields will require graduate study or further training. The listing below offers examples of possible career paths and is not meant to be comprehensive. (Items to be listed in alphabetical order)

  • Architect

  • Architectural Designer

  • Architecture Photographer

  • Construction Manager

  • Computer Graphics Designer

  • Design Director

  • Environmental Designer

  • Entrepreneur

  • Furniture Designer

  • Lighting Designer

  • Product Designer

  • Production Designer TV, Movies, Theatre

  • Museum Exhibit Designer

  • Urban Planner

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Medical insurance: 1,398 $ USD per year

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