Architecture — study plan
- Credit hours
- 163
- Levels
- 10
- Courses
- 52
- Degree
- bachelor
The Architecture study plan at Effat University is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 5 years (10 academic levels), requiring 163 credit hours across 52 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Semester 1 17 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCH 111 | Architecture Design Studio -1 | 5 |
| ARCH 120 | Freehand Drawing | 3 |
| CST | Computer Science and Technology | 3 |
| GMAT 181A | Pre-calculus A | 3 |
| GENG 131 | Advanced English Language Skills & Critical Thinking | 3 |
Semester 2 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCH 112 | Architecture Design Studio - 2 | 4 |
| ARCH 140 | Architecture, Culture & Environment | 3 |
| ARCH 150 | Computer-Aided Architectural Design - 1 | 3 |
| MATH 101 | Calculus 1 (Quantitative Sciences) | 3 |
| GENG 132 | English Language 2 | 3 |
Semester 3 17 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCH 213 | Architecture Design Studio -3 | 4 |
| ARCH 233 | History & Theory of Architecture -1 | 2 |
| ARCH 252 | Building Construction | 3 |
| ARCH 256 | Computer-Aided Architectural Design - 2 | 3 |
| GPHY 171 | Foundation in Physics (Physical & Environmental Sciences) | 3 |
| GSEM 100 | Research Seminar | 2 |
Semester 4 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCH 214 | Architecture Design Studio -4 | 5 |
| ARCH 257 | Architectural Visualization | 2 |
| ARCH 253 | Structure in Architecture | 3 |
| ARCH 254 | Energy & Design -1 | 3 |
| GSTA 181 | Introductory Statistics (Quantitative Sciences) | 3 |
Semester 5 19 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCH 315 | Architecture Design Studio -5 | 5 |
| ARCH 333 | History & Theory of Architecture -2 | 2 |
| ARCH 354 | Structural Integration in Architecture | 3 |
| ARCH 353 | Energy & Design -2 | 3 |
| ARCH 345 | Urban Design & Landscape Architecture | 3 |
| GSEM 201 | Research, Innovation and Intellectual Property | 3 |
Semester 6 19 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCH 316 | Architecture Design Studio -6 | 5 |
| ARCH 417 | Architecture Design Studio -7 | 4 |
| ARCH 358 | Computer-Aided Architectural Design -3 | 3 |
| ARCH 334 | History & Theory of Architecture -3 | 2 |
| FL1 | Foreign Language 1 | 2 |
| GISL 121 | Islam and Civil Society | 3 |
Semester 7 19 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCH 418 | Architecture Design Studio-8 | 5 |
| ARCH 451 | Working Drawings -1 | 3 |
| ARCH 454 | Mechanical, Electrical & Safety Systems | 3 |
| ARCH Elec 1 | Architecture Elective (1) | 3 |
| FL2 | Foreign Language 2 | 2 |
| GARB 161 | Arabic Language | 3 |
Summer 2 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCH 459 | Summer Training (320 Hours) | 2 |
Semester 9 19 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCH 473 | Architecture Design Studio -9: Capstone Project-1 | 4 |
| ARCH 458 | Working Drawings - 2 | 3 |
| ARCH 452 | Building Technology & Systems | 3 |
| ARCH 457 | Professional Practice | 3 |
| ARCH Elec 2 | Architecture Elective (2) | 3 |
| SSGA 1 | Social Structure and Global Awareness 1 | 3 |
Semester 10 19 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCH 474 | Architecture Design Studio -10: Capstone Project -2 | 4 |
| ARCH 450 | Management of Architecture Projects | 3 |
| ARCH Elec 3 | Architecture Elective (3) | 3 |
| ARCH Elec 4 | Architecture Elective (4) | 3 |
| SSGA 2 | Social Structure and Global Awareness 2 | 3 |
| CACS | Creative Arts and Cultural Studies | 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 Architecture
How many credit hours is Architecture at Effat University?
Architecture at Effat University requires completing 163 credit hours to graduate, spread across 52 courses.
How many years is Architecture at Effat University?
The study plan for Architecture spans about 5 years (10 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Architecture award?
Architecture at Effat University awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 163 credit hours.
Is Architecture offered at other universities?
Yes, Architecture is offered at at least 12 other universities in the Beseyat database. You can compare their study plans in the "Same major at other universities" section on this page.