Bachelor of Architecture
The mission of the School of Architecture
at Southern Polytechnic State University is to expand and extend the College
mission into the realm of architecture. The program prepares students for
professional practice in the design, planning, development, and stewardship
of the built environment.
Design
Foundation
The Design Foundation sequence is an
introduction to the issues and processes used by professional designers
of the built environment. Students demonstrate their understanding of course
material through exercises and simulated design projects. A basic understanding
of these factors is provided in the Design Foundation, which constitutes
the first two years of the Bachelor of Architecture degree program.
Computer Requirements
All students in the School of Architecture
are required to have a lap top computer for their individual use by the
beginning of the third year. Published requirements for the computer and
software are available in the reception office of the School of Architecture.
Admission Process
All students whether transferring from
another university, or first-time university students, must complete the
Admissions process in the School of Architecture. This process is in addition
to the University Admission requirements.
In order to be considered for admission to the Design Foundation (first year) curriculum of the School of Architecture, prospective students must contact the School of Architecture for the current year’s admission standards after being formally accepted by Southern Polytechnic State University. Prospective students may receive further specific information regarding the application process and applicable dates directly from the School of Architecture. Applications for fall semester will not be accepted after July 15.
All decisions regarding acceptance into the School of Architecture are final.
Transfer Students
Transfer students may apply for admission
to the program. All transfer students coming from an NAAB accredited program
may submit a portfolio for approval to the School of Architecture Admissions
Committee no later than 5:00 PM on the second Friday of May for possible
advanced standing in the Architecture program.
Transfer students must have a minimal transferring GPA. They must also have current, formal acceptance to Southern Polytechnic State University and meet the University requirements regarding transfer status. Prospective transferring students may receive further specific information regarding the application process and applicable dates directly from the School of Architecture. Applications for fall semester will not be accepted after July 15. All decisions regarding acceptance into the School of Architecture are final.