Bachelor of Architecture — study plan
- Credit hours
- 160
- Levels
- 12
- Courses
- 49
- Degree
- bachelor
The Bachelor of Architecture study plan at Dar Al-Hekma University is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 6 years (12 academic levels), requiring 160 credit hours across 49 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Year One - Fall 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COMM 1301 | Communication Skills I | 3 |
| ARTS XXXX | Art & Design Elective | 2 |
| PHYS 1301 | Introductory Physics | 3 |
| MATH 1302 | Math for Architects | 3 |
| BARC 1500 | Architectural Design I - Fundamentals | 5 |
Year One - Spring 17 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COMM 1302 | Communication Skills II | 3 |
| EMOI 1201 | Emotional Intelligence | 2 |
| BBBF 1101 | Basic Body and Brain Fitness | 1 |
| BARC 1351 | Technical Drawing | 3 |
| BARC 1501 | Architectural Design Studio 2 - Spaces | 5 |
| BARC 1321 | History and Theory of Architecture I | 3 |
Year Two - Fall 17 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARAB XXXX | Arabic Studies | 3 |
| BARC 2322 | History and Theory of Architecture II | 3 |
| BARC 2341 | Materials and Methods of Building Construction I | 3 |
| BARC 2352 | Computer Aided Design I (Architectural Drafting) | 3 |
| BARC 2502 | Architectural Design Studio 3: Styles | 5 |
Year Two - Spring 17 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ISLS XXXX | Islamic Studies | 3 |
| XXXX XXXX | General Education Elective | 3 |
| BARC 2342 | Materials and Methods of Building Construction II | 3 |
| BARC 2343 | Environmental Design I (Lighting, Acoustics, Ventilation) | 3 |
| BARC 2503 | Architectural Design Studio 4: Environmental | 5 |
Year Three - Fall 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARAB XXXX | Arabic Studies | 3 |
| BARC 3324 | Theories of Contemporary Architecture | 3 |
| BARC 3345 | Structural Analysis | 3 |
| BARC 3331 | Professional Practice and Ethics | 2 |
| BARC 3504 | Architectural Design Studio 5: Cultural | 5 |
Year Three - Spring 17 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ICTC 1301 | Information & Communication Technology Concept | 3 |
| BARC 3325 | Theory and Practice of Urban Form | 3 |
| BARC 3326 | Conservation of Historic Buildings | 3 |
| BARC 3353 | Computer Aided Design II (Modelling and Rendering) | 3 |
| BARC 3505 | Architectural Design Studio 6: Urban Design | 5 |
Year Three - Summer 3 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BARC 3332 | Summer Internship 1 | 3 |
Year Four - Fall 14 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ITAI 1201 | Introduction to Artificial Intelligence | 2 |
| BARC XXXX | Arch Program Elective 1 | 3 |
| BARC 4346 | Structures for Architects II | 3 |
| BARC 4344 | Environmental Design II (MEP, Safety) | 3 |
| BARC 4506 | Architectural Design Studio 7: Technical | 3 |
Year Four - Spring 14 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCE XXXX | Arch Program Elective 2 | 3 |
| BARC 4333 | Construction Management | 3 |
| BARC 4354 | Computer Aided Design III (Advance Computational Modelling) | 3 |
| BARC 4507 | Architectural Design Studio 8: Theoretical Theme | 5 |
Year Four - Summer 3 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BARC 4334 | Summer Internship 2 | 3 |
Year Five - Fall 14 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ISLS XXXX | Islamic Studies | 3 |
| ENTR 3301 | Entrepreneurship & Design Thinking | 3 |
| BARC XXXX | Arch Program Elective 3 | 3 |
| BARC 5508 | Architectural Design Studio 9: Graduation Project 1 | 5 |
Year Five - Spring 9 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ISLS XXXX | Islamic Studies | 2 |
| XXXX XXXX | General Education Elective | 2 |
| BARC 5509 | Architectural Design Studio 10: Graduation Project 2 | 5 |
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 Architecture
How many credit hours is Bachelor of Architecture at Dar Al-Hekma University?
Bachelor of Architecture at Dar Al-Hekma University requires completing 160 credit hours to graduate, spread across 49 courses.
How many years is Bachelor of Architecture at Dar Al-Hekma University?
The study plan for Bachelor of Architecture spans about 6 years (12 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Bachelor of Architecture award?
Bachelor of Architecture at Dar Al-Hekma University awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 160 credit hours.
Is Bachelor of Architecture offered at other universities?
Yes, Bachelor of 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.