ARCHITECTURE – FIRST-CYCLE STUDIES 

Studia Architektury w woj. Śląskim, Katowice

EDUCATION LEVEL: first-cycle studies

EDUCATION PROFILE: practical

FORM OF STUDIES: 

  • full-time studies
  • part-time studies

NUMBER OF SEMESTERS: 8 semesters 

OBTAINED PROFESSIONAL TITLE: Inżynier Architekt (BSc in Architecture)

FIELD DESCRIPTION

Studies in the field of architecture combine technical, general, and artistic knowledge. The education curriculum encompasses the principles of spatial design, design methods, creative techniques, as well as technical and construction regulations and investment processes. The contemporary architect often fulfills the role of developer, manager, and surveyor, as well as expert in urban planning, city engineering, and landscape architecture. Studies in architecture offer a wide range of career opportunities in various interdisciplinary areas.

RECOMMENDED PREDISPOSITIONS TO COMMENCE STUDIES

The educational offer for first-cycle studies is directed towards individuals who wish to acquire comprehensive theoretical knowledge and practical skills combining technical, general, and artistic disciplines. The curriculum includes principles of spatial design, design methods, artistic techniques, as well as technical and construction regulations and stages of the investment process.

SELECTED COURSES OF TEACHING

  • Theory and Basics of Architectural Design
  • Computer-Assisted Design
  • Computer Graphics
  • Architectural Design
  • 3-D Modeling
  • Ergonomics
  • City Sociology
  • Design of Urban Arrangements
  • Visualizations in 3D Technology
  • Design of Landscape and Green Areas
  • Building of Digital Environment (Model) for Analytical and Design Purposes
  • Geographic Information System
  • Designing in Historical Structures
  • Transformation of Post-Industrial and Degraded Areas
  • Cultural Heritage and Regional Landscape
  • Regional Design
  • Diploma Seminar
  • Inner-City Arrangements
  • City Revitalization
  • Sustainable Development in Architecture

PROFESSIONAL INTERNSHIPS

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Within the educational curriculum the following student internships are implemented:

  • Drawing internship (open-air) 40h
  • Inventory and architectural internship 80h
  • Urban planning internship 80h
  • Professional and architectural internship – implemented during the seventh semester 960h

GRADUATE PROFILE

Graduates possess theoretical and practical knowledge in civil engineering and construction, which allows them to better understand the work of an architect. Thanks to their knowledge of architectural design principles, they can creatively solve spatial problems and create moderately complex designs.

They are prepared to work as design assistants and can independently prepare architectural and urban planning designs, taking into account technical, functional, and aesthetic aspects. They are familiar with applicable norms and regulations and can apply them in practice.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

  • Design studios and architectural workshops
  • State administration offices
  • Construction and architectural companies
  • Real estate agencies
  • Designing agencies