Professional architects design buildings, help plan cities and neighborhoods, and manage complex construction projects. Using computer-aided design programs, they use their creativity and technical skills to integrate functionality, aesthetics, budgets, and code requirements into the built and natural environments. They lead the way in employing environmentally responsible building materials and energy sources.

Wentworth offers a four year Bachelor of Science degree and a one year Professional BArch degree.

As a student in our four-year Bachelor of Science program, you will study architectural design, theory and history, together with building structures and environmental and engineering systems. In your sophomore year you will choose from one of three academic concentrations: design, architectural technology, or community design/built heritage. You'll learn from architects and other professionals, in courses including technical drawing, creative design, computer-aided design, and construction.

Your academic experience will be enhanced with access to dedicated studio facilities, a study-abroad opportunity, the city of Boston, and meaningful co-op experiences. Classroom studies are complemented by the successful completion of two co-op work semesters beginning junior year.

During your fourth year, you will have the opportunity to apply for Wentworth's professional BArch degree, a one-year program fully accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board. (See www.naab.org for information about NAAB accreditation.) This program will allow you to work on projects that further integrate design and technology.

As a graduate of our Bachelor of Science program, you will be well prepared to work in a wide variety of jobs in the architecture profession, and/or continue with advanced studies in such fields as architecture, urban planning, business, and law.

As a graduate of our professional BArch program, you will also select from a wide variety of jobs in the architecture profession. After completing the required intern development program (IDP), a portion of which may be satisfied by your co-op, you can qualify to sit for the Architecture Registration Exam (ARE).

Department of Architecture, Additional Information
You may contact the Wentworth Admissions Office at 617-989-4000 or 800-556-0610 or via e-mail at admissions@wit.edu if you have questions about the Admissions Process.