Architecture — study plan
- Credit hours
- 150
- Levels
- 9
- Courses
- 57
- Degree
- bachelor
The Architecture study plan at Jubail University College is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 5 years (9 academic levels), requiring 150 credit hours across 57 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Year 1 - Semester 1 19 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCH 101 | Fundamental Design Studio I | 3 |
| ARCH 102 | Architectural Communication I: Visual | 3 |
| ARCH 103 | Technical Drawings | 3 |
| ARCH 104 | Human Factors and the Built Environment | 3 |
| IAS 111 | Arabic Language Foundation | 2 |
| MATH 111 | Calculus I | 4 |
| PE 111 | Physical Education I | 1 |
Year 1 - Semester 2 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCH 105 | Architectural Design Studio II | 4 |
| ARCH 106 | History and Theory of Architecture I | 3 |
| ARCH 107 | Building Construction Technologies | 3 |
| ARCH 108 | Computer Aided Design | 3 |
| ARCH 109 | Architectural Communication II: Digital | 2 |
| ENGL 119 | Academic Writing | 3 |
Year 2 - Semester 1 19 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCH 210 | Architectural Design Studio III | 4 |
| ARCH 211 | Computer Visualization and Simulation | 3 |
| ARCH 212 | History and Theory of Architecture II (Islamic) | 3 |
| CE 208 | Surveying for Architecture | 3 |
| MECH 241 | Building Systems I: Mechanical Installations | 3 |
| PHYS 112 | Physics for Architecture | 3 |
Year 2 - Semester 2 19 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCH 213 | Architectural Design Studio IV | 4 |
| ARCH 214 | History and Theory of Architecture III (Modern) | 3 |
| ARCH 498 | Summer Training I | 1 |
| CE 310 | Building Materials | 3 |
| ENGL 129 | Professional Communication | 3 |
| IAS 121 | Islamic Culture | 2 |
| MECH 242 | Building Systems II: Acoustics & Illumination | 3 |
Year 3 - Semester 1 19 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCH 315 | Architectural Design Studio V | 4 |
| ARCH 316 | Landscape | 3 |
| ARCH 317 | Building Codes and Regulations | 3 |
| ARCH 318 | Construction Drawings and Documentation | 3 |
| CE 320 | Structure in Architecture | 4 |
| IAS 221 | Arabic Communication Skills | 2 |
Year 3 - Semester 2 20 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCH 319 | Architectural Design Studio VI | 4 |
| ARCH 320 | Urban Design | 3 |
| ARCH 321 | Saudi Heritage and Conservation | 3 |
| ARCH 322 | Interior Design & Furniture | 2 |
| ARCH 323 | Emerging Building Materials and Techniques | 3 |
| ARCH 499 | Summer Training II | 2 |
| ENGL 213 | Technical Writing | 3 |
Year 4 - Semester 1 15 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCH 424 | Architectural Design Studio VII | 4 |
| ARCH 425 | Theories of Housing Design | 3 |
| ARCH 426 | Research Methods in Architecture | 3 |
| BUS 482 | Business Principles and Practices | 3 |
| IAS 212 | Professional Ethics in Islam | 2 |
Year 4 - Semester 2 15 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCH 427 | Capstone Project: Architectural Design Studio | 6 |
| ARCH 428 | Project Management | 3 |
| ARCH 429 | Advanced Topics in Architecture | 3 |
| ARCH 430 | Advanced Lighting Techniques | 3 |
Electives (choose 6 CR) 27 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARCH 431 | Special Topics in Human Factors Elective | 3 |
| ARCH 432 | Applied Psychology for Architecture Elective | 3 |
| ARCH 433 | Conservation/Preservation & Adaptive Reuse Elective | 3 |
| MECH 445 | Solar Energy Engineering Elective | 3 |
| MECH 446 | Energy Conservation Elective | 3 |
| ARCH 434 | Advanced Presentation Skills Elective | 3 |
| ARCH 435 | Building Information Modelling Elective | 3 |
| ARCH 436 | Architectural Criticism Elective | 3 |
| MECH 448 | Renewable Energy Systems Elective | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions about Architecture
How many credit hours is Architecture at Jubail University College?
Architecture at Jubail University College requires completing 150 credit hours to graduate, spread across 57 courses.
How many years is Architecture at Jubail University College?
The study plan for Architecture spans about 5 years (9 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Architecture award?
Architecture at Jubail University College awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 150 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.