Architecture — study plan
- Credit hours
- 166
- Levels
- 4
- Courses
- 43
- Degree
- bachelor
The Architecture study plan at Kuwait University is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 2 years (4 academic levels), requiring 166 credit hours across 43 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
University Requirements 12 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL 124 | English | 3 |
| ENGL 224 | English | 3 |
| HIST 102 | Arab-Islamic Civilization | 3 |
| HIST 100 | Modern & Contemporary History of Kuwait | 3 |
Compulsory Science Courses 7 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PHYS 101 | General Physics (A) + Lab 105 | 4 |
| MATH 101 | Calculus (A) | 3 |
Major - Department Compulsory 99 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCH 105 | Principles of Architectural Design | 5 |
| ARCH 111 | Architectural Presentation I | 3 |
| ARCH 112 | Architectural Presentation II | 3 |
| ARCH 121 | History of Architecture I | 3 |
| ARCH 131 | Introduction to Architecture | 1 |
| ARCH 205 | Architectural Design I | 5 |
| ARCH 206 | Architectural Design II | 5 |
| ARCH 211 | Computer Applications in Architecture | 3 |
| ARCH 220 | Architectural Theory & Philosophy I | 3 |
| ARCH 221 | History of Architecture II | 3 |
| ARCH 241 | Structural Analysis I | 3 |
| ARCH 242 | Building Materials & Methods I | 3 |
| ARCH 305 | Architectural Design III | 5 |
| ARCH 306 | Architectural Design IV | 5 |
| ARCH 321 | History of Architecture III | 3 |
| ARCH 340 | Acoustic & Lighting Environment | 3 |
| ARCH 341 | Structural Analysis II | 3 |
| ARCH 342 | Building Materials & Methods II | 3 |
| ARCH 361 | Architectural Theory & Philosophy II | 3 |
| ARCH 405 | Architectural Design V | 5 |
| ARCH 406 | Architectural Design VI (Computer-Aided) | 5 |
| ARCH 433 | Urban & City Planning | 3 |
| ARCH 443 | Building Systems I | 3 |
| ARCH 451 | Professional Practice I | 3 |
| ARCH 452 | Professional Practice II | 3 |
| ARCH 455 | Architectural Working Drawings | 3 |
| ARCH 461 | Building Systems II | 3 |
| ARCH 491 | Architectural Graduation Project I | 2 |
| ARCH 492 | Architectural Graduation Project II | 4 |
Electives 63 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| HUM ELEC | Humanities electives (15 cr selected) Elective | 15 |
| ARCH ELEC | Departmental electives (33 cr: visual/cultural/professional/technical) Elective | 30 |
| ARCH 181 | Art Appreciation Elective | 3 |
| ARCH 182 | Art & Artists: Intro to Visual Arts Elective | 3 |
| ARCH 281 | Oil & Watercolor Painting Elective | 3 |
| ARCH 282 | Photography I Elective | 3 |
| ARCH 440 | Uses of Glass in Architecture Elective | 3 |
| ARCH 480 | Selected Topics in Architecture 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 Architecture
How many credit hours is Architecture at Kuwait University?
Architecture at Kuwait University requires completing 166 credit hours to graduate, spread across 43 courses.
How many years is Architecture at Kuwait University?
The study plan for Architecture spans about 2 years (4 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Architecture award?
Architecture at Kuwait University awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 166 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.