Is It for You?

This program is the only undergraduate program in Canada to integrate architecture, building science, and project management. When combined with our master’s program, it forms a program of study that is accredited by the Canadian Architectural Certification Board (CACB). You’ll access well-equipped fabrication facilities with skilled technicians, an advanced computer modeling and simulation lab and individual studio workstations, and top students can apply for a paid competitive co-op program after successfully completing third year. The design studios and immersive, hands-on projects ensure you’ll graduate with the perspective and skills needed to collaboratively guide design and construction projects from start to finish. Study Architectural Science and learn to transform our world into a more functional, beautiful, and sustainable place.

Program Accreditation

This program, when combined with our master’s program, forms a program of study that is accredited by the Canadian Architectural Certification Board.

After Graduation

You’ll be prepared to contribute to creating an innovative, sustainable built environment using design, creativity, research, analysis, technical knowledge, management knowledge and practical experience. Options for your future include building design, government policy-making, real estate development, building assembly analysis or product development, building testing or marketing. You may work as a restoration architect, research architect or in the field of architectural engineering. You could pursue a master of architecture (MArch) to become a licensed architect, a master of building science (MBSc/MASc), or a degree in project management, real estate development, urban design or urban planning.

Sample Courses

• Ideas that Shape the World
• Communications Studio
• The Built World
• The Built Context
• The Natural Context
• Sustainable Practices
• Design Studio
• The Building Project