About the Program
The Bachelor of Architecture program in the Faculty of Architecture and Planning at King Abdulaziz University, established in 1976, aims for an integrative approach that merges critical inquiry with creative problem-solving. The curriculum positions architecture as a multidisciplinary discipline that addresses fundamental human needs for shelter and spatial organization, while also inspiring, promoting, and responding to requirements for efficiency, sustainability, and technological advancement. The program is committed to preparing graduates to confront environmental and societal challenges in accordance with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. To obtain the Bachelor of Architecture degree, students must complete 155 credit hours of coursework and complete two 8-week summer internships. The curriculum comprises University Requirements, Faculty Requirements, and Departmental Compulsory, Elective, and Free Courses. Graduates are equipped for a wide range of career opportunities both within Saudi Arabia and internationally. These include positions in the private sector, such as architectural, engineering, and contracting firms. Also, alumni can have opportunities in the semi-public sector, including development authorities and national housing programs, as well as in the public sector, such as ministries, royal commissions, and municipalities. Additionally, many alumni pursue academic and research careers or continue their studies in specialized fields of architecture.
Vision & Mission
Vision
To lead in the development of the architectural and urban environment in alignment with the Kingdom's future vision.
Mission
Preparing professional cadres in the field of architecture and urban design that meet the needs of society and the requirements of the labor market.
Program Goals
- 1 To provide high quality teaching and learning
- 2 To participate in first class scientific exploration and research development
- 3 To engage with the building industry and serve the community
- 4 To become resilient in adapting with existing and emerging challenges and produce innovative and sustainable solution on departmental level and graduated students
Student Outcomes (SO's)
- Knowledge : - Define architectural design challenges, and define the fundamental principles of architectural and urban design
- Identify the issues and constraints of social-environmental-economical sustainability, socio-cultural, environment, climate change, budget, historical, health and safety, standards and design codes that are relevant to the analysis and design of structures, building systems and design components.
- Skills: - Develop architectural and urban design solutions that respond to the architectural challenges, issues, and constrains to meet the specified needs and demands of stakeholders through using the fundamental principles of architectural design and urban to validate the design outcome.
- - Apply critical thinking, analytical techniques and problem-solving skills to different architectural challenges by analyzing and interpreting data to achieve innovative design solution
- - Utilize appropriate communication techniques and digital tools and resources in the design and delivery processes of the projects.
- -Evaluate the issues and constraints of sustainability, environment, climate change, health and safety that are relevant to the analysis and design of structures, building systems and design components.
- -Apply project management practices, and evaluate legal, contractual standards, and regulatory requirements to ensure efficient and effective professional service throughout the lifespan of the project.
- -Communicate and collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary setting on all design activities with a range of stakeholders.
- Values: -Demonstrate ethical, professional responsibilities, and commitment in the architectural practices.
- -Engage in life-long learning for acquiring and implementing knowledge using suitable learning strategies.
Program educational objectives.
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