Architecture — study plan
- Credit hours
- 138
- Levels
- 10
- Courses
- 52
- Degree
- bachelor
The Architecture study plan at King Abdulaziz University is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 5 years (10 academic levels), requiring 138 credit hours across 52 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Level1 12 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CPIT 110 | Programming & Solving Problems | 3 |
| ELIS 110 | English Language 1 | 3 |
| Math 110 | Math | 3 |
| PHYS 110 | General Physics 1 | 3 |
Level2 12 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 110 | General Biology (1) | 3 |
| CHEM 110 | General Chemistry I | 3 |
| ELIS 120 | English Language 2 | 3 |
| STAT 110 | Statistics 1 | 3 |
Level3 17 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AR 100 | Freehand Drawing | 3 |
| AR 101 | Introduction to Arch. Design, Studio I | 4 |
| AR 160 | Computer Applications in Arch. I | 2 |
| GEOM 101 | Geomatics for Environmental Design | 2 |
| ISLS 101 | Islamic Studies I | 2 |
| LA 181 | Introduction to Environmental Design | 2 |
| URP 113 | Introduction to Town Planning | 2 |
Level 4 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AR 102 | Basic Arch. Design, Studio II | 4 |
| AR 120 | Architecture & Heritage | 2 |
| GEOM 102 | Surveying for Environmental Design | 2 |
| ISLS 201 | Islamic Studies II | 2 |
| LA 182 | Environment & Man | 2 |
| URP 112 | Computer for Environmental Design | 2 |
| URP 134 | Urban Design | 2 |
Level 5 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AR 203 | Arch. Design Studio III | 5 |
| AR 232 | Architectural Structure Systems I | 2 |
| AR 242 | Building Construction & Materials I | 2 |
| AR 261 | Computer Applications in Arch. II | 2 |
| ARAB 101 | Arabic I | 3 |
| LA 222 | Site Planning | 2 |
Level 6 15 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AR 204 | Arch. Design Studio IV | 5 |
| AR 221 | History of Architecture | 2 |
| AR 233 | Architectural Structure Systems II | 2 |
| AR 243 | Building Construction & Materials II | 2 |
| AR 262 | Digital Presentation by Computers | 2 |
| ISLS 301 | Islamic Studies III | 2 |
Level 7 17 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AR 305 | Architectural Design Studio V | 5 |
| AR 322 | Theory of Architecture | 2 |
| AR 332 | Mech. & Elec. Systems in Buildings | 2 |
| AR 342 | Working Drawings I | 2 |
| AR 390 | Field Training I | 0 |
| ARAB 201 | Arabic II | 3 |
| ISLS 401 | Islamic Studies IV | 3 |
Level 8 17 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AR 306 | Architectural Design Studio VI | 5 |
| AR 323 | Contemporary Architecture | 2 |
| AR 343 | Working Drawings II | 2 |
| AR 392 | Labor Market Skills in Architecture | 3 |
| ELECTIVE | Elective | 3 |
| KAU | Free Course | 2 |
Level 9 8 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AR 407 | Architectural Design Studio VII | 6 |
| AR 470 | Graduation Project Research | 2 |
| AR 491 | Field Training II | 0 |
Level 10 8 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AR 408 | Graduation Project, Studio VIII | 6 |
| AR 492 | Professional Practice | 2 |
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 King Abdulaziz University?
Architecture at King Abdulaziz University requires completing 138 credit hours to graduate, spread across 52 courses.
How many years is Architecture at King Abdulaziz University?
The study plan for Architecture spans about 5 years (10 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Architecture award?
Architecture at King Abdulaziz University awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 138 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.