First Professional Degree

Leading to licensure in California
 

Program Description and Requirements 

This path is designed for students holding a non-architecture related 4-year equivalent US undergraduate degree. It is composed 90 credit hours. The program requires a prerequisite of English and Math that can be completed after enrollment.

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Program Learning Outcomes, Skills and Competencies

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• Direct Licensure Path (DLP)™  curriculum is aligned with national architect licensing exams.  The school does not grant licensure or offer licensing exams.

• Students graduating from this program will be able to design buildings and sites with understanding and execution of: building codes, contract documents, engineering systems, environmental factors, professional practice, selection of materials, critical thinking, and creative skills.  All these are vital skills required for the practice of architecture.

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