Overview
Key facts
The Architecture program from American University in Dubai is complemented with extensive Accreditation & Associations that position it on the global landscape. Beyond rigorous on-hand experience, students have access to the Career Development Information as a dedicated resource to facilitate their professional careers and pursuits.
The Mission of the Bachelor of Architecture program is to prepare highly qualified graduates for employment in the building industry.
Students will be educated in the fundamental skills and knowledge of architecture, while integrating history and theory, as well as technological, digital, artistic, socio-cultural, legal, and financial dimensions. The program will promote professional ethical values, cultural diversity, and contextual and environmental awareness.
Goals
- Prepare students who are able to think in a multidimensional and integrative manner that combines design skills, with human and physical aspects of the architecture profession;
- Prepare students for making choices and decisions with regards to technologies available in the market;
- Instill a critical attitude in students’ approach to the history and theory of architecture;
- Prepare students who understand the human, socio-cultural, and economic dimensions of architectural design;
- Prepare students who are aware of the contextual and environmental challenges;
- Prepare graduates who are ethically and technically prepared to embrace the profession of architecture;
- Prepare students who are able to communicate effectively.
Programme Structure
Courses included:
- Architectural Design Studio
- History and Theory of Architecture
- Precalculus for Architecture
- Physics
- Materials and Methods of Construction
- Structural Analysis
- Structural Design
- Environmental and Building Service Systems
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 60 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
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Disciplines
Architecture Physics Landscape Architecture View 15 other Bachelors in Architecture in United Arab EmiratesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- A high school/secondary school certificate or equivalent from an institution accredited by the Ministry of Education in the U.A.E. or by the relevant national or regional institutional accrediting body;
- International TOEFL®or Academic IELTSTM or the equivalent score on another internationally-recognized English exam. PBT is accepted from specific centers in the UAE.
- The University administers the ACCUPLACERTM Exam (Math) to place students at the appropriate mathematics level. Students may substitute the SAT for this, depending on the score.
Tuition Fee
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International
22324 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 11162 EUR per semester during 60 months. -
National
22324 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 11162 EUR per semester during 60 months.
- AED 46,200 per semester
Living costs for Dubai
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.