Can a BA in Architecture be completed in 3 years?

Answer 1

Well, anything is possible but I don't think so.

I have a BS in architecture and I just received a Master degree in Architecture.

The reason I don't think it possible is because architecture school is centered around studio classes. Studio classes are 6 credits per class. At some point you would have to double up on Studio classes during a semester or take them during a summer school session. Unfortunately, most architecture schools don't offer extra studio courses during the summer. Just to graduate in 4 years you need to take 15 credit hours each semester, so for two semester you will have to take 21 credit hours which is crazy. Then you still have the other 18 credits you have to make up to have enough credit to graduate. Most school do not allow students to take so many during one semester.

Your only hope is to take a studio course during the summer. To do so, your 1st step is to search all the architecture school in the United States and find a school that does offer it during the summer. Good luck trying!

Answer 2

It really depends on whether the BA Architecture is a professionally recognised qualification that will allow you to work as an architect. Some of the more presigious degrees such as Law for example, will only allow access to the 2nd year of the degree course after completion of the HND. The more popular universities will also ask for a substantial number of merit passes during your HND studies. If you can gain access to the 3rd year then I would think it was a good idea. Just be really sure it is what you want to do.

Answer 3

In the uk, my friend, you have to study for a duration of 5 years and also have 2 years practical experience in order to call yourself an architect.

The 1st, 2nd and 3rd year would be your part 1 accreditation - this would be your degree (ba/bsc/barch).
This would then be subsequently followed by your post graduate diploma in architecture - this is a 2 year course and will give you your part 2 accreditation.
Lastly, followed by your 2 years work experience - after the 2 years, 1 exam has to be taken to see if wether you know your stuff - and this is your part 3 accreditation.

After all of this is done, your are a chartered architect!

I havnt even started yet, im going start in sept at uni for my degree! cant wait.

Hope i helped. Thanks.

Answer 4

No.

I was once in the Architecture program in college, only to find out that without a masters degree you are only qualified to be an interior decorator.