Chicago is one of the most preferred destinations in USA for “Architecture Schools” with over 50(fifty) Universities and Schools in the Chicago area. The University of Illinois at Chicago School of Architecture and Arts School of Architecture, School of Architecture at the Illinois Institue of Technology, Columbia college Chicago. Together, offer a wide variety of architectural programs.
Chicago School of Architecture (University of Illinois)
The University of Illinois is a major research institution which offers a wide variety of programs, catering to students from all parts of the world. At any given time in an academic year, one can find near to 26000 (Twenty Six Thousand) students doing varied courses.
The University of Illinois at Chicago is further divided in to 15(Fifteen) academic wings or Schools, in which the School of “Architecture” is one of them. The Chicago Architecture School offers a variety of combinations for the students to gain in depth knowledge of the subject and learn from basics to specialization.
Courses Offered
The School offers several architectural degrees to include even the Bachelor of Science (BS) in Architecture.
The Bachelor of Science (BS) in Architecture basically covers the following subjects:-
(a) Architectural Theory.
(b) Architectural Design.
(c) Architectural Critical Observation.
(d) Architectural Buildings.
(e) Architectural Technology.
(f) Architectural Environment.
(g) Architectural City Concepts.
Adding on the undergraduate program of Bachelor of Science (BS) in Architecture, the students in the final years are eligible for practical work study programs which include practical on job training at sites on ground and also provide practical professional experience.
The School also offers Master of Architecture (MA) Degree. The Master of Architecture degree covers an complete in depth fundamentals of Architecture for the students have done graduation of four years in Architecture.
The School also offers a combination of studio work, classes and lectures from visiting architecture professionals and educators.
The School also offers a one year Master of Science (MS) degree in Architecture and also Master of Science (MS) degree in Architecture in Health Design.
School of Architecture at the Illinois Institute of Technology
The Illinois Institute of Technology (ITT) is considered to be a renowned School of Architecture in Chicago. The School of Architecture has the distinction of being established by some of the great architects associated with the Chicago city’s architecture. Its School of Architecture at Chicago has thus has a vast experience of technical expertise and design excellence. The School also has an unmatched professional studio curriculum and inspiring surroundings that have made it one of the architectural Schools most respected by architectural firms nationwide.
While most architecture programs in Chicago require a combined six year’s education and experience to qualify for architecture license, the School of Architecture at Illinois Institute offers one of the few accredited 5-year Bachelor of Architecture programs in the Midwest that meets all the licensing standards.
Courses Offered
(a) Bachelor of Architecture.
(b) Master of Architecture.
(c) Master of Landscape Architecture.
(d) Doctor of Philosophy in Architecture.
Students may also look at opting for interior design and fashion technology.
Columbia College Chicago
Columbia College at Chicago, has over 120 academic programs and nearly 11,000 students. It is believed to be the largest media college in the nation.
Columbia’s architectural studies are offered through the Department of Arts and Design. Students benefit from class sizes averaging seventeen students and professors who are practicing in their disciplines.
For students of architectural studies, theory is integrated with professional practice through exhibitions, internship opportunities and special programs.
Courses offered
(a) Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Interior Architecture.
(b) Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Architectural Studies.
(c) Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Interior Architecture.
