Architecture and Building Sciences — study plan

King Saud University College of Architecture and Planning

Credit hours: 172
Levels: 10
Courses: 58
Degree: bachelor

The Architecture and Building Sciences study plan at King Saud University is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 5 years (10 academic levels), requiring 172 credit hours across 58 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.

Level 1 15 credits

Code	Course	Credits
انجل 100	English Language	6
عرب 100	Writing Skills	2
ريض 101	Differential Calculus	3
كيم 101	General Chemistry (1)	4

Level 2 17 credits

Code	Course	Credits
احص 101	Introduction to Probability and Statistics	3
تقن 101	Computer Skills	3
ريد 101	Entrepreneurship	1
فجب 101	Fitness and Health Culture	1
نهج 101	University Skills	3
انجل 110	Specialized English Language	6

Level 3 17 credits

Code	Course	Credits
عرب 101	Language Skills	2
ريض 104	General Mathematics (2)	3
عمر 250	Architectural Design (1)	4
عمر 254	Free Drawing	1
عمر 255	Architectural Drawing Skills	4
عمر 256	Design Fundamentals	3

Level 4 17 credits

Code	Course	Credits
فيز 105	General Physics for Architecture	3
همس 251	Surveying for Non-Engineering Students	2
عمر 260	Architectural Design (2)	4
عمر 264	Shadow and Perspective	2
عمر 266	Building Materials	2
عمر 268	History of Architecture	2
عمر 269	Site Analysis and Landscaping	2

Level 5 17 credits

Code	Course	Credits
عرب 118	Reading Skills	2
عمر 265	Computer Drawing Skills (1)	3
عمر 350	Architectural Design (3)	4
عمر 351	Studies in Environmental Control	2
عمر 352	Architecture Theories (1)	2
عمر 353	Principles of Urban Design	2
عمر 357	Building and Urban Systems	2

Level 6 16 credits

Code	Course	Credits
عمر 355	Computer Drawing Skills (2)	3
عمر 360	Architectural Design (4)	4
عمر 361	Man and the Built Environment	2
عمر 363	Housing	2
عمر 366	Building Construction (1)	3
عمر 368	History of Urbanism	2

Level 7 20 credits

Code	Course	Credits
همك 339	Mechanical Installations (for Architecture Students)	2
عمر 410	Architectural Design (5)	4
عمر 411	Applications of Humanities in Architecture	2
عمر 412	Architecture Theories (2)	2
عمر 414	Statics and Strength of Materials	2
عمر 415	Sanitary Installations	2
عمر 416	Building Construction (2)	3
عمر 418	History of Muslim Architecture	2
عمر 999	Practical Training	1

Level 8 18 credits

Code	Course	Credits
همد 265	Structural Analysis for Architecture	2
عمر 420	Architectural Design (6)	4
عمر 421	Interior Design	2
عمر 424	Architectural Project Programming	2
عمر 425	Contracts, Quantities and Specifications	2
عمر 426	Executive Designs	3
عمر 427	Lighting and Acoustics	3

Level 9 12 credits

Code	Course	Credits
همد 378	Reinforced Concrete Structures Design -1- (Architecture Students)	2
عمر 430	Architectural Design (7)	5
عمر 434	Graduation Project (1)	3
عمر 435	Project Management	2

Level 10 7 credits

Code	Course	Credits
عمر 491	Architecture Profession Practice	2
عمر 495	Graduation Project (2)	5

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Frequently asked questions about Architecture and Building Sciences

How many credit hours is Architecture and Building Sciences at King Saud University?

Architecture and Building Sciences at King Saud University requires completing 172 credit hours to graduate, spread across 58 courses.

How many years is Architecture and Building Sciences at King Saud University?

The study plan for Architecture and Building Sciences spans about 5 years (10 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.

What degree does Architecture and Building Sciences award?

Architecture and Building Sciences at King Saud University awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 172 credit hours.