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printB.Arch — 5 Year (10 Term) Program
Professional Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) program, accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB).Chris Genik, Program Director
SCI-Arc's undergraduate program integrates knowledge of a wide range of conceptual and practical skills, from critical thinking to technical expertise, to create a fluid and holistic approach to the education of the contemporary architect. Throughout the program, emphasis is placed on the development of a thorough knowledge of architectural design issues, including theoretical constructs and advancements in building technology, and ranging from applications of high-performance "intelligent" materials to considerations for sustainable practices. Throughout the course of study, students are challenged to find innovative means of engaging the discipline and paradigms of Architecture. The undergraduate curriculum is built around an integrated sequence of design studios, Visual Studies, History and Theory, Media and Technology courses, into which interdisciplinary seminars in the Arts, Sciences, and Humanities are woven. Following the foundation and core sequence, upper-division courses are offered in Professional Practice and related subjects. Over five years of study, students become conversant with digital environments, as well as the material and physical worlds. Upon graduation, students are prepared to enter leading architectural practices, independent practice, as well as other design-related fields.
General Studies Requirements
In addition to SCI-Arc's Humanities core program, undergraduates entering the B.Arch program must successfully complete the general studies requirements listed below, with a grade of "C" or higher. These courses should be completed at other two or four-year institutions.
SCI-Arc has articulation agreements with three Los Angeles colleges: Pasadena City College, Los Angeles City College and Orange Coast College, but many other schools are available.
(If the student begins their studies at SCI-Arc before fulfilling these requirements, they should plan to take most of the courses during the summer following their first, second and / or third year at SCI-Arc.)
Required
History of Eastern OR Western Civilization
Trigonometry
Social Sciences and Humanities (3 from this list)
Psychology
Anthropology
Economics
Geography
Sociology
Political Science
Comparative Religions
Philosophy
Classics
Natural Science and Mathematics (2 from this list)
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Astronomy
Biological Sciences
Geological Sciences
Computer Sciences
