The BS in Architectural Design + Technology at the University of Hartford equips you to address the complex challenges of modern building and urban environments. This undergraduate degree is ideal for students passionate about the intersection of design, construction, and digital innovation, preparing you for a dynamic career in architecture and the built industries. You will explore fundamental principles of architectural graphics, historical precedents, and contemporary digital tools, developing a comprehensive understanding of how structures are conceived, documented, and realised. This program fosters critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills essential for shaping the spaces we inhabit.
You will engage in a hands-on learning experience, studied full-time on campus over four years, integrating technical, structural, and liberal arts coursework through a progressive design studio. Your curriculum includes foundational courses in digital tools, materials, construction methods, and structural design, culminating in advanced architectural computer modeling and rendering. Throughout your studies, you will develop professional writing and communication skills, and in your final year, you will undertake a significant Senior Capstone Project. Graduates are prepared for roles in architectural firms, the building industry, or further academic pursuits.