Bachelor of Science in Architecture — study plan
Royal University for Women College of Engineering and Technology
- Credit hours
- 169
- Levels
- 12
- Courses
- 60
- Degree
- bachelor
The Bachelor of Science in Architecture study plan at Royal University for Women is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 6 years (12 academic levels), requiring 169 credit hours across 60 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Year 1 - Semester 1 15 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCE1101 | Design Fundamentals 1 | 3 |
| ARCE1103 | Architectural Drawing 1 | 3 |
| MATH111 | Calculus I | 3 |
| ARCE1111 | Computer Skills | 3 |
| LAR101 | Arabic | 3 |
Year 1 - Semester 2 17 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCE1202 | Design Fundamentals 2 | 3 |
| ARCE1204 | Architectural Drawing 2 | 3 |
| ARCE1015 | Surveying | 3 |
| ARCE1241 | History of Architecture 1 | 2 |
| MATH122 | Calculus II | 3 |
| PHYS121 | General Physics | 3 |
Year 2 - Semester 1 17 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCE2111 | Architectural Design 1 | 3 |
| ARCE2121 | Building Construction 1 (Materials) | 3 |
| ARCE2113 | Statics and Mechanics | 3 |
| ARCE2131 | Digital Design 1 | 3 |
| ARCE2142 | History of Architecture 2 | 2 |
| LAR121 | History of Bahrain | 3 |
Year 2 - Semester 2 17 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCE2212 | Architectural Design 2 | 3 |
| ARCE2222 | Building Construction 2 | 3 |
| ARCE2232 | Digital Design 2 | 3 |
| ARCE2252 | Environmental systems 1 | 3 |
| ARCE2262 | Structural Analysis | 3 |
| ARCE2243 | Theory of Architecture 1 | 2 |
Year 3 - Semester 1 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCE3113 | Architectural Design 3 | 3 |
| ARCE3123 | Building Construction 3 | 3 |
| ARCE3144 | Theory of Architecture 2 | 3 |
| ARCE3153 | Structural Design | 3 |
| ARCE3156 | Environmental systems 2 | 3 |
| LAR112 | Human Rights | 3 |
Year 3 - Semester 2 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCE3214 | Architectural Design 4 | 3 |
| ARCE3245 | Vernacular Architecture | 2 |
| ARCE3251 | Building Service Systems | 3 |
| ARCE3252 | Working Drawings 1 | 4 |
| ARCE3224 | Lighting and Acoustics | 3 |
| LAR-EL1 | University Elective 1 Elective | 3 |
Year 4 - Semester 1 17 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCE4115 | Architectural Design 5 | 6 |
| ARCE4152 | Working Drawings 2 | 4 |
| ARCE4153 | Housing and Planning | 2 |
| ARCE4161 | Landscape Architecture | 3 |
| ARCE4145 | Islamic Architecture | 2 |
Year 4 - Semester 2 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCE4216 | Architectural Design 6 | 6 |
| ARCE4262 | Urban Design | 3 |
| ARCE4264 | Contracts and Documentation | 3 |
| ARCE-EL1 | Architecture Elective 1 Elective | 3 |
| LAR-EL2 | University Elective 2 Elective | 3 |
Year 4 - Summer 3 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCE4372 | Architecture Intership | 3 |
Year 5 - Semester 1 14 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCE5118 | Graduation Project Research | 3 |
| ARCE5117 | Architectural Drawing 7 | 6 |
| ARCE5162 | Project Management | 2 |
| LAR-EL3 | University Elective 3 Elective | 3 |
Year 5 - Semester 2 14 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCE5219 | Graduation Project | 6 |
| ARCE5271 | Professional Practice | 2 |
| ARCE-EL2 | Architecture Elective 2 Elective | 3 |
| LAR-EL4 | University Elective 4 Elective | 3 |
Elective Courses 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCE4281 | Design Management Elective | 3 |
| ARCE4282 | Interior Design for Architects Elective | 3 |
| ARCE4283 | Sustainability in the Built Environment Elective | 3 |
| ARCE5284 | Contemporary Arab and Bahrain Architecture Elective | 3 |
| ARCE5285 | Contemporary issues in Architecture Elective | 3 |
| ARCE5286 | Architecture Conservation Elective | 3 |
This plan is transcribed from the university's official source. Always confirm the plan approved for your own cohort before registering. Official source
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Frequently asked questions about Bachelor of Science in Architecture
How many credit hours is Bachelor of Science in Architecture at Royal University for Women?
Bachelor of Science in Architecture at Royal University for Women requires completing 169 credit hours to graduate, spread across 60 courses.
How many years is Bachelor of Science in Architecture at Royal University for Women?
The study plan for Bachelor of Science in Architecture spans about 6 years (12 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Bachelor of Science in Architecture award?
Bachelor of Science in Architecture at Royal University for Women awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 169 credit hours.
Is Bachelor of Science in Architecture offered at other universities?
Yes, Bachelor of Science in Architecture is offered at at least 6 other universities in the Beseyat database. You can compare their study plans in the "Same major at other universities" section on this page.