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Degree in Architecture: Programme
The Architecture degree is a unique international immersive experience, driven by technical knowledge and educational travel. 40 subjects, 10 destinations, 5 years, and one shared tool: travel.
Your Program
Your journey in 5 years+ 1
The Degree in Architecture has a duration of 5 years and of 300 ECTS.
List of subjects
Alfara (Valencia)
Year 1
| Materia | ECTS | Tipo | Sem | Idioma |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Materia | ECTS | Tipo | Sem | Idioma |
| Architectural Drawing I | 6 | CO | 1 | English |
| Descriptive Geometry I | 6 | CO | 1 | English |
| Mathematics I | 6 | CO | 1 | English |
| Physics I | 6 | CO | 1 | English |
| History of Art | 6 | CO | 1 | English |
| Architectural Drawing II | 6 | CO | 2 | English |
| Descriptive Geometry II | 6 | CO | 2 | English |
| Mathematics II | 6 | CO | 2 | English |
| Physics II | 6 | CO | 2 | English |
| Introduction to Architecture | 6 | CO | 2 | English |
| TOTAL ECTS | 60 |
Year 2
| Materia | ECTS | Tipo | Sem | Idioma |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Materia | ECTS | Tipo | Sem | Idioma |
| Architectural Projects I: Analysis | 9 | CC | 1 | English |
| Theory of Classical Architecture | 3 | CC | 1 | English |
| Design and computer-aided Modelling | 6 | CO | 1 | English |
| Construction of Foundations and Structures | 6 | CC | 1 | English |
| Structural Mechanics | 6 | CC | 1 | English |
| Architectural Projects II: Methodology | 9 | CC | 2 | English |
| Theory of Architecture in the XVIII and XIX Centuries | 3 | CC | 2 | English |
| Introduction to Urban Pehnomenon | 6 | CC | 2 | English |
| Digital Image Tools | 6 | CO | 2 | English |
| Social Doctrine of the Church | 6 | CC | 2 | English |
| TOTAL ECTS | 60 |
Year 3
| Materia | ECTS | Tipo | Sem | Idioma |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Materia | ECTS | Tipo | Sem | Idioma |
| Urban Planning Techniques | 6 | CC | 1 | English |
| Architectural Projects III: Simple Compositions | 7.5 | CC | 1 | English |
| Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Systems | 4.5 | CC | 1 | English |
| Building of Façades and Roofs | 6 | CC | 1 | English |
| Steel Structures | 6 | CC | 1 | English |
| Urban Planning | 6 | CC | 2 | English |
| Architectural Projects IV: Simple Programmes | 9 | CC | 2 | English |
| Technical Development of Projects I | 9 | CC | 2 | English |
| Theory of Modern and Contemporary Architecture | 6 | CC | 2 | English |
| TOTAL ECTS | 60 |
Year 4
| Materia | ECTS | Tipo | Sem | Idioma |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Materia | ECTS | Tipo | Sem | Idioma |
| The Project of Public Space | 6 | CC | 1 | English |
| Architectural Projects V: Complex Compositions | 7.5 | CC | 1 | English |
| Water and Sanitation Systems | 4.5 | CC | 1 | English |
| Interior Construction | 6 | CC | 1 | English |
| Concrete Structures | 6 | CC | 1 | English |
| Territory and Landscape | 6 | CC | 2 | English |
| Architectural Projects VI: Complex Programs | 9 | CC | 2 | English |
| Technical Development of Projects II | 9 | CC | 2 | English |
| Optional | 6 | EL | 2 | English |
| TOTAL ECTS | 60 |
Elective subjects
| Materia | ECTS | Tipo | Sem | Idioma |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Materia | ECTS | Tipo | Sem | Idioma |
| Professional Practices | 6 | OP | 2 | English |
| Cultural or Sports Activities of University | 6 | OP | 2 | English |
| Architecture, City and Public Space | 6 | OP | 2 | English |
| Building Pathologies | 6 | OP | 2 | English |
| Digital Projects | 6 | OP | 2 | English |
| TOTAL ECTS | 30 |
Year 5
| Materia | ECTS | Tipo | Sem | Idioma |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Materia | ECTS | Tipo | Sem | Idioma |
| Architectural Projects VII: Building on the built | 7.5 | CC | 1 | English |
| Electrical Facilities | 4.5 | CC | 1 | English |
| Rehabilitation Techniques | 6 | CC | 1 | English |
| Soil Mechanics and Foundations | 6 | CC | 1 | English |
| Economic Management of Architecture | 6 | CC | 1 | English |
| Architectural Projects VIII: Sustainable Industrialization | 9 | CC | 2 | English |
| Technical Development of Projects III | 9 | CC | 2 | English |
| Legal Architecture and Building Law | 6 | CC | 2 | English |
| Final Degree Project | 6 | TFG | 2 | English |
| TOTAL ECTS | 60 |
Final Year Project
The TFG involves students completing their own original research projects that include and expand upon on topics studied on the course and require students to use the skills and abilities they have acquired throughout their degree. The aim of the dissertation is to teach students how to look for, structure, organise and evaluate relevant information in order to help them develop their own opinions, including how to approach topics with a social, scientific, technological or ethical nature, and how to develop their own thoughts, criticisms and logical and creative judgments.
* Subject not offered in the current academic year. The syllabus content for this course is not available.
CO Core Courses | CC Compulsory Courses | EL Electives | PR External practical training / Placements | TFG End-of-degree project
Competencies
General
- CG 1. Ability to develop and apply spatial vision through graphic tools as a means of expression.
- CG 2. Ability for analysis and synthesis, enhancing decision-making and problem-solving skills.
- CG 3. Ability to work in interdisciplinary teams, with negotiation and consensus-building skills.
- CG 4. Leadership skills, initiative, and entrepreneurial spirit through organization and planning.
- CG 5. Ability to research and relate various fields of knowledge relevant to professional practice.
- CG 6. Self-learning capacity, responsibility for one’s own learning, and commitment to excellence.
- CG 7. Ability to adapt to technological changes, with an awareness of the need for continuous knowledge updates and adaptation to new situations.
- CG 8. Ethical and professional awareness. Active respect for people and the environment. Professional ethics and a mindset to propose socially responsive solutions and assess their impact.
- CG 9. Ability to communicate effectively and correctly in both Spanish and a foreign language.
- CG 10. Sound and rigorous understanding of current society and culture.
- CG 11. Ability to understand and synthesize complex propositions with a critical mindset, in their given context.
Specific
- EDU 1 Knowledge of the history and theories of architecture, as well as the arts, technologies, and human sciences related to it.
- EDU 2 Knowledge of the role of fine arts as a factor that can influence the quality of architectural design.
- EDU 3 Knowledge of urban planning and techniques used in the planning process.
- EDU 4 Understanding of structural, construction, and engineering challenges in building projects and their resolution techniques.
- EDU 5 Knowledge of physical problems, various technologies, and building functions to ensure internal comfort and protection against climatic factors.
- CE 6 Appropriate knowledge and application to architecture and urbanism of graphic survey techniques at all stages.
- CE 7 Appropriate knowledge and application to architecture and urbanism of general mechanics, statics, mass geometry, and vector and tensor fields.
- CE 8 Appropriate knowledge and application to architecture and urbanism of principles of thermodynamics, acoustics, and optics.
- CE 9 Appropriate knowledge and application to architecture and urbanism of fluid mechanics, hydraulics, electricity, and electromagnetism.
- CE 10 Appropriate knowledge and application to architecture and urbanism of topography, hypsometry, cartography, and terrain modification techniques.
- CE 11 Applied knowledge of numerical calculus, analytic and differential geometry, and algebraic methods.
- CE 12 Ability to conceptualize, calculate, design, integrate, and execute building structures in buildings and urban ensembles (T).
- CE 13 Ability to conceptualize, calculate, design, integrate, and execute internal partition systems, carpentry, stairs, and finishings (T).
- CE 14 Ability to conceptualize, calculate, design, integrate, and execute enclosures, roofs, and structural elements (T).
- CE 15 Aptitude to conceptualize, calculate, design, integrate, and execute foundation solutions (T).
- CE 16 Ability to conceptualize, calculate, design, integrate, and execute water supply, treatment, drainage, heating, and air conditioning systems (T).
- CE 17 Aptitude to apply technical and construction standards.
- CE 18 Aptitude to preserve building structures, foundations, and civil works.
- CE 19 Aptitude to maintain finishing works.
- CE 20 Aptitude to assess building works.
- CE 21 Ability to preserve structural elements.
- CE 22 Ability to design building and urban utility installations: electricity, audiovisual, acoustics, artificial lighting (T).
- CE 23 Ability to maintain installations.
- CE 24 Adequate knowledge of solid mechanics, continuum mechanics, soil mechanics, and material properties.
- CE 25 Adequate knowledge of conventional construction systems and their pathologies.
- CE 26 Adequate knowledge of physical and chemical properties, production processes, pathology, and use of construction materials.
- CE 27 Adequate knowledge of industrialized construction systems.
- CE 28 Knowledge of ethics, professional organizations, professional structure, and civil liability.
- CE 29 Knowledge of administrative and professional management procedures.
- CE 30 Knowledge of professional office organization.
- CE 31 Knowledge of measurement, valuation, and expert appraisal methods.
- CE 32 Knowledge of construction site safety and hygiene planning.
- CE 33 Knowledge of real estate management and leadership.
- CE 34 Ability to conceptualize, develop, and manage basic and execution projects, sketches, and drafts (T).
- CE 35 Ability to conceptualize, develop, and manage urban projects (T).
- CE 36 Ability to manage and direct construction projects (T).
- CE 37 Ability to develop functional programs for buildings and urban spaces (T).
- CE 38 Ability to intervene in, preserve, restore, and rehabilitate built heritage (T).
- CE 39 Aptitude to eliminate architectural barriers (T).
- CE 40 Ability to engage in architectural criticism.
- CE 41 Aptitude for passive environmental conditioning, including thermal and acoustic insulation, climate control, energy efficiency, and natural lighting (T).
- CE 42 Aptitude to catalog built and urban heritage and plan its protection (T).
- CE 43 Ability to develop building safety, evacuation, and protection projects (T).
- CE 44 Ability to draft civil works projects (T).
- CE 45 Ability to design and execute urban layouts, landscaping, and gardening projects (T).
- CE 46 Ability to apply urban planning codes and ordinances (T).
- CE 47 Ability to develop environmental, landscape, and impact mitigation studies (T).
- CE 48 Adequate knowledge of general theories of form, composition, and architectural typologies.
- CE 49 Adequate knowledge of general architectural history.
- CE 50 Adequate knowledge of symbolization, practical functions, and ergonomics methodologies.
- CE 51 Adequate knowledge of methods to study social needs, quality of life, habitability, and housing programs.
- CE 52 Adequate knowledge of ecology, sustainability, and principles of resource conservation.
- CE 53 Adequate knowledge of Western architectural, urban, and landscape traditions and their technical, climatic, economic, social, and ideological foundations.
- CE 54 Adequate knowledge of aesthetics and the theory and history of fine and applied arts.
- CE 55 Adequate knowledge of cultural patterns and the architect’s social responsibilities.
- CE 56 Adequate knowledge of vernacular architecture foundations.
- CE 57 Adequate knowledge of urban sociology, theory, economics, and history.
- CE 58 Adequate knowledge of urban and metropolitan planning methodologies.
- CE 59 Knowledge of drafting and managing urban planning at all scales.
- CE 60 Knowledge of civil, administrative, urban, construction, and industry regulations for professional practice.
- CE 61 Knowledge of feasibility analysis and coordination of integrated projects.
- CE 62 Knowledge of real estate appraisal.
- CE 63 Preparation, presentation, and defense before a University Board of an original academic project related to any of the completed disciplines.