Bachelor in Architectural Studies Make meaningful environments
Bachelor in Architectural Studies
Is for individuals who are…
able to see possibilities where others can’t. It’s for people who approach problems from a number of angles, taking special interest in interpreting space and understanding the significance of scale.
Looking for…
a program that reinvents architectural education. For those who want to stimulate their creativity, work with the latest technologies, and address the challenges of sustainability. A program that gives students an entrepreneurial mindset and the skills needed to be leaders in the transformation of the built environment.
To become...
- the head of their own firm
- a sustainability expert
- an urban design specialist
- part of a major architecture or engineering studio
The Bachelor in Architectural Studies prepares students to transform the world and to make meaningful environments. With a project-based approach to learning and a diverse body of faculty and students, the program synthesizes creative, technical, environmental, and social considerations, and is driven by a forward-looking and entrepreneurial spirit. We teach our students to master the essential tools and skills of the architect, while simultaneously encouraging them to think broadly and creatively about how these tools and skills might be used in the future.
Thanks to IE School of Architecture and Design’s international recognition, this bachelor’s degree has an exclusive internship program that will allow you to gain invaluable work experience in some of the most prestigious studios worldwide.
This program provides access to the one-year Master in Architecture, which is required in order to achieve professional licensure in Spain and the European Union.
DURATION
5 Years
LANGUAGE
English
LOCATION
Segovia and Madrid
LOCATION
You will spend the first three years at the campus in Segovia, before moving to Madrid for the last two years.
LIVE YOUR PASSION
Why study the Bachelor in Architectural Studies at IE University?
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Education with breadth and depth
Our Bachelor of Architectural studies combines the core architectural coursework with additional modules dedicated to design entrepreneurship, experimentation, management, and alternative modes of professional practice. This rich combination of experiences will prepare you to respond to the complex challenges of the future, and to set your own professional path.
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An environment of creativity
Students learn through immersion in a vibrant studio setting that encourages creativity and dynamic learning. In the Design Studio, students use the idea-sparking environment to exchange ideas, collaborate, take risks and innovate.
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Backed by the IE School of Architecture and Design
Design, innovation and entrepreneurial spirit are at the heart of the School. Take a creative approach to to your education among a professional community of like-minded visionaries. Solve challenges with a critical eye and cross the boundaries of traditional thinking, opening yourself up to a world of design potential.
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International guest speakers
Every year, the IE School of Architecture and Design gives host to outstanding industry experts and cross-field pioneers. Get a fresh look at new ideas with boundary-breaking design approaches that tackle contemporary architectural challenges.
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A global perspective
See the world through global eyes. The Bachelor in Architectural Studies is one of the world’s most international programs, with rich course content and visionary learning methodologies. You’ll get the chance to explore international perspectives in study abroad programs or through international internship opportunities.
Program Overview
TAKING YOU TO THE CUTTING EDGE OF ARCHITECTURAL TRENDS
The contemporary architect needs a full visual and verbal communication skill-set. Define strategies, organize projects, lead teams and share your vision on a creative, design-led program. Become an architect for the modern world, ready to innovate and create in every environment.
IN COLLABORATION WITH TOP STUDIOS WORLDWIDE
A core function of the program is to combine classroom learning with real-world work experience. Learn and interact from top studio professionals on their turf during the second semesters of year 2, 3 and 4. With a host of world-wide destinations including magazines, museums, NGOs as well as architecture and design firms, students are sure to find an experience to help them achieve their career goals.
IDEAL ENVIRONMENTS TO COLLABORATE AND EXPERIMENT
The right space spurs the imagination. Our open Design Studios create an innovative learning environment, replicating that of a firm or agency. Our “culture of making” is further emphasised through the “Fab Lab”, a space for students to experiment with digital and traditional woodworking tools to fuel practical constructional understanding. The Fab Lab is divided into two: the digital part with a CNC router, laser cutters and 3D printers, and the other with traditional, hands-on carpentry tools.
A COMBINATION OF IN-DEPTH ARCHITECTURAL FUNDAMENTALS WITH A WIDER REACH
A firm understanding of the fundamentals and the application of architecture to society are key to life as an architect. This knowledge, combined with a design approach, an entrepreneurial mindset, and advanced management and communication skills will make you stand out as a versatile architect, capable of creating innovative environments and spaces.
Master in Architecture
This one-year Master program takes a step forward into advanced design and the management skills needed to succeed in the Architecture, Engineering and Construction industry today. It is an advanced program that builds on students’ previous knowledge of theoretical and practical principles.
The program involves rigorous research and project-based work, and you are constantly encouraged to develop and apply an entrepreneurial spirit. Throughout the year you will work on a thesis project comprised of 3 modules, and will also take part in an advanced design studio and a construction workshop. The Master in Architecture will enable you to enhance your creativity and organization skills, your strategic vision and also help you develop and demonstrate your project management skills in an advanced level.
Upon completion of the Master, you will be fully equipped with the skills and expertise needed to work as a versatile and fully-rounded architect and design entrepreneur. This is necessary to access the regulated profession of architecture in the European Union.
To commence this Master program you will need at least 300 credits in Architectural Studies.
Student Projects
See the results of our undergrads’ creative processes in this eye-opening exhibition.
IE School of Architecture and Design students work in the studios, classrooms, FabLab, the library, exterior spaces and even throughout the city in Segovia.
They tackle problems that range in scale from micro to macro, from the graphic design of our academic calendar to proposals for cities. The process is about the conceptualizing the challenge at hand, researching, collaborating, imagining, proposing, testing, evaluating and proposing again – all this with a critical-thinking mindset to create a better world.
IE University takes an applied and student-centered approach to education. Students are given the chance to build their own path according to their unique skills. The program can be personalized through specialization, complementary courses, seminars, internships and IE Labs, giving the students a comprehensive, well-rounded educational experience.
PERSONALIZED SUPPORT
Students receive academic guidance from tutors and advisors who provide direction, encouraging the integration of the different degree elements. Build a personalized academic program that matches your professional aspirations.
INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
The internship program takes classroom learning into the real world. Students have a chance to interact and learn from top professionals in the field during second semester in years 2, 3 and 4. Choose from any number of top organizations, including design firms, magazines, museums and NGOs.
FINAL DEGREE PROJECT
The Final Degree Project displays the culmination of fourth year students’ learning. The topics are chosen with faculty input with step-by-step guidance provided by an advisor. Drawing upon the knowledge gained from specific academic areas, internships or IE Labs projects, this is a chance to show off the extent of your architectural learning and design creativity.
IE START-UP LAB
The IE Start-Up Lab is an on-campus incubator, where professors and entrepreneurs provide students with feedback and guidance on their business plans. With access to further resources and plan preparation help at IE Business School’s Venture Lab, you can pitch your idea to potential investors at IE Venture Days, bringing your idea to life.
IE START-UP LABIE LABS
IE Labs are IE University’s alternative to traditional internships. Designed for first and second year students seeking high-level placements, the IE Labs provide a hands-on, internship-like, on-campus experience, where you work on projects for leading companies and organizations from a variety of sectors. Students are also invited to take in a number of internships, gaining professional skills and enhancing their international profile.
IEU LABSADVANCED SEMINARS
Advanced Seminars complement the core degree by giving students a deeper knowledge of subjects in their major area of study, enabling them to integrate other fields of study into their program.
PROGRAM RECOGNITION
The Bachelor in Architectural Studies leads the “Hidden Gems in Global Architecture Education” category in the Design Intelligence magazine 2010 ranking, the most prestigious for architecture and design schools. This marks the first time the US magazine has recognized foreign schools, rewarding those pushing the boundaries of innovation, creativity and global commitment.
Design Intelligence
THE FABLAB
The Fabrication Laboratory or “FabLab” is an important part of our “culture of making.” It is a space for students to experiment with digital and traditional shop tools to fuel practical constructional understanding. The FabLab is divided into two: the digital part with a CNC router, laser cutters and 3D printers, and the other with traditional, hands-on carpentry tools.
This gives you the chance to put your work together in a computerized format, allowing you to make any necessary alterations to your design while also providing you with a platform to incorporate this function into other creations.
MEET OUR STUDENTS!
Our students represent the best of who we are. Discover their IE University experience.
Silvia Lucchetta
With 15 matrículas de honor, Italian-born Silvia Lucchetta achieved the best overall academic performance in the School of Architecture and Design, Class of 2016. This has earned her the Arquia Scholarship, one of the best architecture scholarships in the country.
Kanapat Chalermpanth
Originally from Bangkok, Thailand, Kanapat balances his love of architecture with that of photography. When not studying at IE University, he can be found blending his two passions, attempting to capture the architectural soul of a city with the click of a shutter. His passion for architecture began when he was young, fueled by family members who work in the field.
Mar Morris
Mar Morris is an IE University architecture student with a love of horses. When not studying, the 22 year-old from the Canary Islands devotes her time to training horses for competitions and movies. She would like to use her architectural degree in an entrepreneurial framework, giving her the opportunity to combine her professional training with her passion for sports.
LEARN MORE ABOUT HER PASSIONIE SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN
IE School of Architecture & Design places emphasis on excellence in design, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Our students are encouraged to take a creative approach to architecture, learn the latest digital skills in a contemporary context, and develop talents to become leaders in a changing field. IE School of Architecture & Design is part of a broader university, which supports learning across disciplines, especially the humanities and business.
OUR PROGRAMS
There is a wide variety of programs on offer in the School of Architecture and Design. The five-year Bachelor in Architectural Studies degree qualifies participants to be fully professional architects, while our masters and specialized programs allow students to further their career development. All degrees place emphasis on direct and continuous contact with leading international professionals in architecture and design, providing our students with the experience they need to make their mark in the industry.
PARTNERS, EXCHANGE, INTERNSHIPS
IE School of Architecture and Design understands the importance of collaboration on our community. Recognizing and appreciating diverse, international outlooks through global partnerships as well as study and work abroad programs enhances the overall academic experience.
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