Bachelor of Architecture

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Bachelor of Architecture

Bachelor of Architecture

Programme Duration 5 Years	Semesters 10	Level Undergraduate
Criteria: All applicants must score a minimum of 80 in the NATA test. Students from all curriculum need to have studied higher level Maths with a minimum 55% aggregate score. A minimum 50% aggregate in CBSE grades X & XII, or the equivalent from alternative schools, is required.		Academic Year 2022-2027
		Fees per year AED 45,000 + 5% VAT

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Why choose this field?

A career in architecture has the potential to shape the world, by creating the spaces, buildings and cities that we live in. A sector that’s rooted in age-old knowledge and yet modern in outlook, the global construction industry is expected to reach an estimated $10.5 trillion by 2023. The UAE has always been at the very core of this growth with approx. $35 billion worth of urban, industrial, transport, utilities and oil and gas projects in tender and development phases every year.

Programme description

To provide technical education at all levels of architecture in current times and in the futuristic and emerging frontier areas of knowledge, learning and research. To equip the students with the ability to contribute towards the growth and development of cities in which they live and to develop the overall personality of students by making them not only excellent professionals but also good individuals, with understanding and regard for human values, pride in their heritage and culture, a sense of right and wrong and yearning for perfection and imbibe attributes of courage of conviction and action.

A degree in Architecture from Amity University Dubai will bring you to the forefront of this vibrant and evolving industry, equipping you with a strong foundation and a vision to create a sustainable, modern and better world around us!

Career opportunities

Openings in the private sector exist within building, architectural and consulting firms Architects with experience could start their own business as Consultants and Contractors. Opportunity to work in the areas of architecture with varied building typology, interior architecture, landscape design, town planning, urban design, industrial design from the stages of concept development, design development and detailing, design management, construction process with project management and post occupancy research and life cycle analysis.

What will students learn?

Students will learn how to create architectural designs that satisfy both aesthetics and technical requirements by studying history and the theories of architecture and the related arts, technologies, and human sciences.

There will be an understanding of the relationship between people and buildings, and between buildings and their environment, as well as the need to relate buildings and the spaces between them to human needs and scale.

A greater understanding of the architectural profession will be evident, particularly in preparing briefs that take into account social factors.

Students will learn about the methods of investigation and preparation of the brief for a design project with knowledge of the structural design, constructional, and engineering problems associated with building design.

Students will develop knowledge of physical problems and technologies and the function of buildings in order to gain an understanding of internal conditions of comfort and protection against the climate.

Students will learn about the design skills necessary to meet building users' requirements within the constraints of cost factors, building regulations and limitations with regards to geographical location and prevailing microclimate.

Students will learn about the various regulations and procedures involved in translating design concepts into buildings and integrating plans into overall planning.

Sensitivity towards concerns for environmental and energy issues. To reinforce intellectual capabilities and develop proficiency in professional skills to enable graduates to competently pursue alternative careers, within the broad spectrum of architecture and also provide opportunities to students to try out the role they will eventually play as responsible members of society, under supervision and interactive guidance.

What will students achieve?

Each student will understand the theories regarding the environment, like sustainable environment development, socioeconomic coherence, and the cultural impact to incorporate sustainability in creative designs, as well as develop technical skill in methods of construction, building materials, services and surveying and computation skills.

Students will be able to perform qualitative and quantitative assessments utilising analytical tools like user survey, Market survey and SWAT analysis. They will also be able to perform investigations, critical appraisals and select alternative structural, constructional and material systems.

They will be able to use the various digital mediums to communicate creative ideas in a planned and timely manner.

There will be an understanding of traditional methods of construction as well as the latest martial, technology and structural system.

Students will better understand the professional interrelationships of individuals and organisations, have leadership qualities, be able to work within a team to procure and deliver architectural projects.

Graduates from this programme will be instrumental in shaping society by creating a built environment to facilitate interactive living conditions, better quality of life and an eco-friendly environment.

There will be a greater understanding of the relationship between built open space, form and functionality, and the use of technology to cater to human need through designing the space. Students will have the ability to present projects of a diverse scale, complexity, and type in a variety of contexts, using a range of media, in response to a brief and be able to perform proficiently.

Graduates will be able to develop innovative ideas and skills to attract an employer or start their own business. Students will learn a great deal from day to day life through critical appraisal of current issues, attending seminars, conferences and conventions.