Bachelor of Science in Architecture (ARC)

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Bachelor of Science in Architecture (ARC)

SWU PHINMA’s Architecture Program aims to develop The Intelligent Design Catalyst. He/She is a facilitator of intelligent, responsive and functional design, a creator of human spaces that have deep and lasting value, and a perceptive, intuitive, analytical critical thinker with a deep understanding of humanity. The Architecture Program operates under SWU’s School of Design + Communication, which uses design thinking and storytelling in educating learners how to analyze issues and create truly market-responsive solutions. The program guides learners to work on their creative thinking skills in a professional learning environment. Its academic team is composed of locally and internationally recognized professionals who are active in the field of architecture and foster creative thinking and doing.

Lecturers act as principal architects. Students are expected to learn by doing through studio classes. Learners are given a head start in the architectural field through constant creative collaboration with clients and industry leaders. The program opens doors of opportunity to work for respected professionals and firms early on their career.

Program Expected Learning Outcomes

Design Thinkers
a. Design structures that are functional and responsive to pragmatic and intrinsic human needs, including the need for designs that facilitate ease of movement, foster comfort, provide security, and mitigation of natural disasters.


Analytical and Critical Thinkers
b. Analyze human needs to translate them effectively to architectural designs.
c. Address existing issues surrounding design and the use of spaces.
d. Create valuable spaces that align to human needs and design principles


Knowledgeable in Sustainable Design Practices
e. Adapt sustainable design practices in creating valuable and long-lasting spaces.
f. Gain knowledge on the materials and natural resources, as well as global techniques used to build structures that are environment-friendly and disaster-ready
g. Produce environmentally and structurally sound designs that will last through time and the forces of nature.


Highly Skilled Communicators and Presenters
h. Elicit the right responses and make the right observations, leading to the creation of designs that are truly responsive and valuable to the client and his stakeholders.
i. Develop and present effective and compelling project proposals using the storytelling paradigm to be able to present architectural design solutions as integral to their clients’ stories.
j. Effectively communicate with clients, and present architectural design solutions not only as projects, but as a fundamental part of their organization and identity.


Career Pathways
Entry Level

Junior Architects/Designer in Top Architectural Firms in the Philippines

Private Practice

Application of Global Competence and Skills into Local Practice
Government Projects
Collaborative Projects
Research and Further Studies
Impart Knowledge to Junior Designers
Independent Creativity

Entry Level

Junior Architects/Designer in Top Architectural Firms in the Philippines

Private Practice

Application of Global Competence and Skills into Local Practice
Government Projects
Collaborative Projects
Research and Further Studies
Impart Knowledge to Junior Designers
Independent Creativity

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