Texas A&M University Undergraduate Catalog

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College of Architecture

General Statement

The College of Architecture offers undergraduate and graduate professional programs to prepare individuals to enter the professions of architecture, landscape architecture, building construction, urban and regional planning and visualization. The planning, design and construction of the world’s buildings, cities and landscapes involve a variety of professional skills. The faculty of architects, urban planners, landscape architects, engineers, constructors, lawyers, historians and artists, in collaboration with educators in the humanities and natural and social sciences, help students develop an understanding of the physical, social, economic and political forces that shape our environment.

Undergraduate degree programs are offered in landscape architecture, construction science and environmental design (a pre-professional program for graduate studies in architecture, visualization or urban planning). Minors in art and architectural history; and global art, design and construction are offered through the Department of Architecture. A minor in urban and regional planning is offered through the Department of Landscape Architecture and Urban Planning. Master’s degree programs are offered in architecture, landscape architecture, urban planning, land development, construction management and visualization sciences. Doctor of Philosophy degrees are offered in architecture and urban and regional science. Each curriculum within the college is fully accredited by the respective accrediting agency.

Each department works with communities and agencies in Texas solving problems associated with the built environment and exposing students to contemporary issues. In addition to such public service endeavors, faculty and students conduct research in planning and development, energy conservation, health facilities design and other areas of contemporary importance. The college is a charter member of the National Architecture Research Centers Consortium.

Because of the important role of computing in the disciplines housed within the College of Architecture, all entering students are required to possess a portable, network-ready personal computer capable of running software appropriate to their academic program. Financial aid is available to assist students in their computer purchases. No student will be denied admission to Texas A&M University based on an inability to purchase a computer. Additional information is available on the college website at archone.tamu.edu.