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Architectural Science (BArchSc)
Architectural Science (BArchSc)

Architectural Science (BArchSc)

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

Entry requirements

English requirements

  • Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL), 60, Official results must be sent to us electronically by the testing service.

  • Cambridge Assessment English, 180 and above on C1 Advanced and C2 Proficiency, Use the “Send Your Results” function of the Candidate Results portal to send your results to Ryerson (candidates.cambridgeenglish.org, external link, opens in new window). 

  • Duolingo English Test, 115, Ryerson will continue to accept Duolingo English Test for admission consideration for fall 2021. Official results must be sent to us electronically by Duolingo. International English Language Testing System (IELTS), 6.5, Official results must be sent to us electronically by the test centre. Test takers must contact the test centre where they took the test to have results sent. We do not accept results sent by surface mail or provided by the applicant.

  • Pearson Test of English (PTE), 60, Official results must be sent to us electronically by Pearson.

  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), 83+ iBT. Note: TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition  (launched in select countries in March 2020) will be accepted., Official 

Course Information

Students admitted into the program in 2016 or earlier:

In the final two semesters, students select from one of the three options available – Architecture, Building Science or Project Management – and undertake intensive work in their chosen specialization. In addition, the program requires a number of courses in liberal studies, as well as a range of professional electives, offered by the Department and other Departments at the University.

Enrolment in each program option may be limited, placement of students in fourth year program options is determined by academic performance to best suit their career goals and academic strengths.

Students admitted into the program after 2017

In the final two semesters, students can complete a general program with selection of courses and studios from across the curriculum, or choose one of three Concentrations – Architecture, Building Science or Project Management – and undertake intensive work in their chosen concentration. In addition, the program requires a number of courses in liberal studies, as well as a range of professional electives, offered by the Department and other Departments at the University.

Enrolment in any Concentration is optional and to be discussed with the department.

The Department offers a competitive co-operative program which provides top-performing students who have completed their third year in the architectural science program, with 16 months of work experience that enhances their acumen in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry. Although neither the Department nor the Co-operative Education Office can guarantee a placement, they provide major assistance in locating suitable positions and counselling of students in their search for suitable jobs. This co-operative program enables students to earn competitive wages to offset the costs of a university education. Students will work directly with architects, engineers and other skilled professionals from the AEC industry, gaining experience in several different settings.

The architectural science program promotes an integrated approach to architectural science, through studio and lecture courses. Students have the opportunity to apply theory learned in the lecture courses to studio projects which engage with real-life problems in design, construction, management, and the environment.

The Architecture Option/Concentration offers a focus on in depth exploration of architectural design principles in society today. Through lectures, seminars, and hands-on studio projects, students learn program planning, design, presentation techniques, research, planning and the role of architecture today.

The Building Science Option/Concentration offers a more detailed technical base of studies including the selection and design of building construction assemblies, the evaluation of their suitability and performance, and the development of construction and technical drawings.

The Project Management Option/Concentration examines the managerial and economic aspects of construction projects, including the planning, organization, management, supervision and control of the process.

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Architectural Science - Full-time, Four-Year Program

1st & 2nd Semester

Revised 2020-2021.

1st Semester

REQUIRED:

  • ACS 104, Ideas that Shape the World

  • ASC 101*, Communications Studio

  • ASC 102, The Built World

  • ASC 103, The Built Context

  • PCS 107, The Natural Context

LIBERAL STUDIES: One course from the following:

  • ENG 101, Laughter and Tears: Comedy and Tragedy

  • ENG 104, The Short Story

  • ENG 112, Zap, Pow, Bang: Pop Lit

  • ENG 201, Myth and Literature

  • ENG 203, The Literature of Native Peoples

  • ENG 212, Cultures in Crisis

* ASC 101 has a GPA Weight of 3.00.

2nd Semester

REQUIRED:

  • ASC 200, Sustainable Practices

  • ASC 201*, Design Studio I

  • ASC 202, The Building Project

  • ASC 203, Structures I

  • ASC 205†, Collaborative Exercise I

  • ASC 206, Ideas, Tech and Precedents I

* ASC 201 has a GPA Weight of 3.00.
† ASC 205 is graded on a pass/fail basis. ASC 205 can be taken in either 2nd Semester or 4th Semester.

 3rd & 4th SemesterLast offered 2020-2021 to students admitted Fall 2019. Students admitted Fall 2020 see revised curriculum below.

3rd Semester

REQUIRED:

  • ASC 301*, Design Studio II

  • ASC 302, Envelope Systems

  • ASC 303, Structures II

  • ASC 304, The Construction Project

  • ASC 306, Ideas, Tech and Precedents II

LIBERAL STUDIES: One course from Table A - Lower Level Liberal Studies.

* ASC 301 has a GPA Weight of 3.00.

4th Semester

REQUIRED:

  • ASC 401*, Design Studio III

  • ASC 402, Bodily Comfort Systems

  • ASC 403, Site Development and Planning

  • ASC 405†, Collaborative Exercise II

  • ASC 406, Ideas, Tech and Precedents III

  • CVL 407, Structures III

* ASC 401 has a GPA Weight of 3.00.
† ASC 405 is graded on a pass/fail basis.;

3rd & 4th Semester:  Revised curriculum begins 2021-2022 for students admitted Fall 2020.

3rd Semester

REQUIRED:

  • ASC 301*, Design Studio II

  • ASC 302, Envelope Systems

  • ASC 303, Structures II

  • ASC 304, The Construction Project

  • ASC 306, Ideas, Tech and Precedents II

LIBERAL STUDIES:
One course from Table A - Lower Level Liberal Studies.

* ASC 301 has a GPA Weight of 3.00.

4th Semester

REQUIRED:

  • ASC 205†, Collaborative Exercise I

  • ASC 401*, Design Studio III

  • ASC 402, Bodily Comfort Systems

  • ASC 403, Site Development and Planning

  • ASC 406, Ideas, Tech and Precedents III

  • CVL 407, Structures III

* ASC 401 has a GPA Weight of 3.00. 
† ASC 205 can be taken in either 2nd Semester or 4th Semester. 
5th & 6th Semester:  Last offered 2021-2022 to students admitted Fall 2019. Students admitted Fall 2020 see revised curriculum below.

5th Semester

REQUIRED:

  • ASC 520*, Integration Studio I

  • ASC 522, Project Economics

  • ASC 621, Tectonics and Materiality

  • PLX 599, The Human World

LIBERAL STUDIES:
One course from Table A - Lower Level Liberal Studies.

* ASC 520 has a GPA Weight of 3.00.

6th Semester

REQUIRED:

  • ASC 521, Light/Sound in Architecture

  • ASC 605†, Collaborative Exercise III

  • ASC 620*, Integration Studio II

  • ASC 622, Documentation and Construction Contract

  • ASC 623, Principles of Detailing

LIBERAL STUDIES:
One course from Table B - Upper Level Liberal Studies.

* ASC 620 has a GPA Weight of 3.00.
† ASC 605 is graded on a pass/fail basis.

5th & 6th Semester:  Revised curriculum begins 2022-2023 for students admitted Fall 2020.

5th Semester

REQUIRED:

  • ASC 520*, Integration Studio I

  • ASC 522, Project Economics

  • ASC 621, Tectonics and Materiality

  • PLX 599, The Human World

LIBERAL STUDIES:
One course from Table A - Lower Level Liberal Studies.

* ASC 520 has a GPA Weight of 3.00.

6th Semester

REQUIRED:

  • ASC 521, Light/Sound in Architecture

  • ASC 605†, Collaborative Exercise III

  • ASC 620*, Integration Studio II

  • ASC 622, Documentation and Construction Contract

  • ASC 623, Principles of Detailing

LIBERAL STUDIES:
One course from Table B - Upper Level Liberal Studies.

* ASC 620 has a GPA Weight of 3.00.
† ASC 605 is graded on a pass/fail basis. ASC 605 can be taken in either 6th Semester or 8th Semester.

 The first three years of the program provide students with a common foundation. Students must select one of the following options for their final year.

7th & 8th SemesterRevised curriculum begins 2020-2021 for students admitted Fall 2017, Fall 2018 and Fall 2019. For students admitted Fall 2020 and after see revised curriculum below.

7th Semester

REQUIRED:

  • STUDIO COURSE

  • CORE ELECTIVE

  • LIBERAL STUDIES

REQUIRED:

  • ASC 805, Collaborative Exercise IV

  • STUDIO COURSE

  • CORE ELECTIVE

  • LIBERAL STUDIES

7th & 8th SemesterRevised curriculum begins 2023-2024 for students admitted Fall 2020 after.

7th Semester

REQUIRED:

  • STUDIO COURSE

  • CORE ELECTIVE

  • LIBERAL STUDIES

8th Semester

REQUIRED:

  • ASC 605*, Collaborative Exercise II

  • STUDIO COURSE

  • CORE ELECTIVE

  • LIBERAL STUDIES

Architectural Science - Full-time, Five-Year Co-Op Program

Co-operative Work Terms

In addition to the regular Architectural Science curriculum Architectural Science Co-operative Program students must complete WKT 106, WKT 206, WKT 306, WKT 406 before graduation. 

  • Year 1, 1st Semester, 2nd Semester, --

  • Year 2, 3rd Semester, 4th Semester, --

  • Year 3, 5th Semester, 6th Semester, WKT 106 - Work Term I

  • Year 4, WKT 206 - Work Term II, WKT 306 - Work Term III, WKT 406 - Work Term IV

  • Year 5, 7th Semester, 8th Semester, --

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Career Opportunity

Career Opportunity

Graduates of this program will find career opportunities in:

  • the design, documentation, and management of projects in architectural, engineering, environmental management, and planning firms

  • the production, marketing, sales, research, development, testing, and evaluation of building products or systems in material fabrication, product manufacturing, and construction firms

  • office and field supervision in trade and general construction organizations

  • development and management of real estate/planning/conservation feasibility studies; environmental and management strategy planning

  • local, regional, provincial, federal, and international government agencies

  • post graduate education and research

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Insurance/year: 835.98 CAD

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