ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
Birmingham-Southern College Catalog 2017-2018
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AC 421
AC 428
AC 499
BA 201
BA 372
EC 202
MA 207
Architectural Studies
Bachelor of Arts
William G. Holt III and Pamela Venz, Program Coordinators
The architectural studies major combines visual design with historical, analytical, and
theoretical approaches to the study of architecture as an art form that impacts social and
community development. The major is designed to provide a foundational understanding
of architecture as a multidiscipline pursuit with both classroom and real-world
experiences. Graduates of the major will be prepared to further their studies in post-
graduate architecture and/or urban design and planning programs as well as a variety of
other fields which focus on art and/or community development.
Upon completion of the architectural studies major, students will be able to
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apply analytical skills related to architectural history and design and urban
planning
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integrate interdisciplinary approaches to architectural design and urban planning
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identify and communicate the relationship between architecture, urban planning
and community development
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apply design principles and tools to architecture and urban spaces
Major Requirements
The following courses are required (15 units):
AR 111
AR 112
AR 150
AR 311
AR 312
AR 372
AR 397
AR 473
ARH 215 or ARH 216
ARH 400 (when focused on an architectural topic)
MA 231
PH 121
THA 310