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College of Architecture

Curriculum in Environmental Design

The undergraduate curriculum in Environmental Design at Texas A&M University is offered through the Department of Architecture. The curriculum provides opportunities for the study of disciplines that create built and virtual environments. Students pursuing a degree in environmental design study subjects in the arts, humanities, sciences, and engineering. They develop skills and acquire knowledge in problem analysis, principles of design, verbal and visual communications, construction techniques and history. The curriculum provides a studio-based experience in which students learn to synthesize solutions in a variety of proposed or actual design related contexts.

The undergraduate Bachelor of Environmental Design (B.E.D.) allows specialization within two options: Architectural Studies and Visual Studies. Course work within both Options encourages interdisciplinary and comparative perspectives that allow opportunities for communication, team-oriented methods of production and visionary design solutions that respond to a broad range of concerns. Both Options promote internships that enhance educational development through practical experiences and study away programs.