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teamjdc
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 Posted: Mon Jun 09, 2008 12:11 am Post subject: Potential architecture students -- PLEASE READ! |
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I am getting increasingly distressed by the misinformation being thrown around this forum regarding education and architecture.
(Note: The following comments apply to the U.S. and, as far as I know Canada.)
Virtually all states now require an accredited degree for licensure. To find accredited programs, visit naab.org.
The minimum accredited degree is a Bachelor of Architecture (BArch). Not a BA, not a BS.
You may choose to get a Master of Architecture (MArch) in addition to the BArch but it is not required.
You may, in lieu of an accredited BArch, get a MArch after getting an unaccredited BA or BS in any major or after an unaccredited BArch.
There are a very few schools that have MArch's which do not require an undergrad degree but expect the program to take 6 or 7 years to complete.
Caution: All BArch's and MArch's are not accredited! Be sure to carefully check naab.org before commiting to a school. Also confirm with the school.
Anyone considering architecture would be a fool to not understand what it takes to become licensed prior to selecting a school. Go to http://www.ncarb.org/stateboards/index.html to check the states where you think you might settle. When you check a state, you should also continue on to the state's website (links are provided) to confirm the requirements.
You should should also review the other requirements at ncarb.org such as the intern program (IDP) and the licensing exam (ARE). Also note that a few states have supplemental exams -- California being the most rigorous.
I implore you to pay no mind to anyone who tries to tell you to go to a tech school or that you can work, get experience and get licensed. While this is possible in two or three states, it is a long, hard road. Anyone who pushes this approach is either delusional or trying to screw you up.
Finally, anyone looking for a highly specialized and technical career like architecture should get the information required on their own. A tiny fraction of high school counselors know anything at all about what you need to do and even those well-meaning people don't really know what you absolutely must know.
You found this forum. There's no excuse for not getting the real information you need to succeed. It's all online. |
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