Architecture — study plan
- Credit hours
- 171
- Levels
- 10
- Courses
- 57
- Degree
- bachelor
The Architecture study plan at Qassim University is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 5 years (10 academic levels), requiring 171 credit hours across 57 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Level 1 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| IC 101 | Introduction to Islamic Culture | 2 |
| ARC1101 | Computer-aided Design | 3 |
| ARC1003 | Shadow and Perspective | 2 |
| ARC1002 | Freehand Painting and Color Theory | 2 |
| ARC1001 | Fundamentals of Architectural Drawing | 2 |
| STAT1061 | Statistics | 2 |
| PSYCH1101 | Thinking Skills and Learning Styles | 2 |
| ENG1101 | English (1) | 3 |
Level 2 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ESP1002 | English for Architecture | 2 |
| PHYS1301 | Physics for Architecture | 3 |
| ARC1401 | Introduction to Design | 2 |
| ARC1004 | Foundational Design Studio | 5 |
| ARC1102 | Computer-aided Rendering | 3 |
| MATH1791 | Mathematics for Architecture | 3 |
Level 3 19 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARAB101 | Language Skills | 2 |
| ARC2005 | Architectural Design Studio (1) | 5 |
| ARC2202 | Building Construction (1) | 3 |
| ARC2402 | Theories of Architecture (1) | 2 |
| ARC2103 | Computer-aided Architectural Design | 3 |
| ARC2302 | Climate and Architecture | 2 |
| ARC2403 | History of Architecture | 2 |
Level 4 19 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| IC 102 | Islam and Community Building | 2 |
| ARAB103 | Arab Liberation | 2 |
| ARC2006 | Architectural Design Studio (2) | 5 |
| ARC2203 | Building Construction (2) | 3 |
| ARC2404 | Theories of Architecture (2) | 2 |
| ARC2501 | Urban Design Principles | 3 |
| ARC2204 | Architecture Constructions (1) | 2 |
Level 5 19 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| IC 103 | Economic System in Islam | 2 |
| ARC3007 | Architectural Design Studio (3) | 5 |
| ARC3205 | Building Construction (3) | 3 |
| ARC3104 | Parametric Design | 3 |
| ARC3502 | Advanced Theories in Urban Design | 2 |
| ARC3405 | History of Muslim Architecture | 2 |
| ARC3206 | Architecture Constructions (2) | 2 |
Level 6 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| IC 104 | Foundations of the Political System in Islam | 2 |
| ARC3008 | Architectural Design Studio (4) | 5 |
| ARC3503 | Coordination of Sites | 2 |
| ARC3504 | Housing | 2 |
| ARC3207 | Shop Drawings | 3 |
| ARC3208 | Building Services | 2 |
| ARC3209 | Architecture Constructions (3) | 2 |
Level 7 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARC4009 | Architectural Design Studio (5) | 5 |
| ARC4105 | Building Information Modeling | 3 |
| ARC4303 | Environmental Control | 2 |
| ARC4406 | Saudi Traditional Architecture | 2 |
| ARC4407 | Architectural Project Programming | 2 |
| ARC4408 | Humans and the Built Environment | 2 |
| ARC4210 | Building Codes and Regulations | 2 |
Level 8 11 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARC4010 | Architectural Design Studio (6) | 5 |
| ARC4304 | Lighting and Acoustics | 2 |
| ARC4011 | Graduation Project Research | 2 |
| ARC4211 | Quantities and Specifications | 2 |
Level 9 10 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARC5012 | Graduation Project | 5 |
| ARC5215 | Construction Project Management | 3 |
| ARC5216 | Ethics and Practice of the Architectural Profession | 2 |
Level 10 6 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARC5217 | Cooperative Training | 6 |
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 Qassim University?
Architecture at Qassim University requires completing 171 credit hours to graduate, spread across 57 courses.
How many years is Architecture at Qassim University?
The study plan for Architecture spans about 5 years (10 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Architecture award?
Architecture at Qassim University awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 171 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.