Architecture, MArch

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College of Architecture, Visual Arts and Design

“CBU stands out as the only Christian university in the Western U.S. that offers an architecture program. This is anchored by our commitment to being the premier institution where faith and creativity intersect with excellence. At the heart of our program lies a foundation of collaborative, interdisciplinary creativity, fostering an environment where you gain invaluable hands-on experience through strategic partnerships with professional architects throughout Southern California. These industry leaders provide mentorship and real-world insights, helping you develop a deeper understanding of your role as a valuable contributor to the everevolving field of architecture.”

Dirk Dallas, MFA Dean, College of Architecture, Visual Arts and Design

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Program Distinctives

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Christian Worldview

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Location, Location, Location!

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Caring Faculty

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Cutting Edge

CBU is the only university in the western half of the United States that integrates a professional architecture program with a Christian worldview.

Study architecture in Southern California and have access to a multitude of historic landmarks and award-winning contemporary architecture for inspiration.

Learn from outstanding professors who care for your academic and spiritual development as well as your career preparation and ambitions.

Utilize state-of-the-art studio space and equipment to make your architectural vision come to life.

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College of Architecture, Visual Arts and Design

Program Details at a Glance

Program Length

Program Cost*

Program Start Term

CBU 5th-Year Students:

CBU 5th-Year Students:

30 units, 1 year

$33,640*

Fall or Spring (Depending on placement)

Non-CBU Students:

Non-CBU Students:

30–89 units, 2–3 years

$33,640–$93,941

Program length for non-CBU students is determined by placement based on prior coursework and portfolio review.

$1500 per semester program fee

Class Format

Accreditation

Optional Concentrations

Classes are offered Monday–Friday during the day (Ocassionally, a night class is scheduled)

WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)

Construction Management Religion & the Built Environment Human Factors in Design Architectural Representation

$997 per unit $365 per semester general fee

*Based on current academic year. Subject to change. **Reference back cover for accreditation.

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National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB)**

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Ready to see differently?

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Alumni Q&A Diego Corona Class of 2019

Graduating in 2019 with his Master of Architecture at CBU, Diego now works as an architectural project designer. In his role, he creates the vision and concepts for new projects as they move from a client’s articulated needs and mature into tangible, visionary and achievable pieces of architecture. He also works closely with the managing architects and consulting engineers to ensure that a project meets and exceeds the expectations of the client with quality and timeliness. Diego has worked on close to thirty projects over the last several years and has really enjoyed seeing the needs of clients develop into a measurable and inspiring architectural design.

Q: Why did you want to study architecture?

A: Since a young age, I’ve been fascinated with the thought behind, beauty of and tangibility of buildings. Since age seven, I could draw a floor plan and immediately have a sense of how the space would look and feel. This creative vision allowed me to understand from a young age that architecture was my calling.

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Q: What have you loved most about working in the field you are in?

A: Every project is different. There are different needs and different constraints, which naturally form the opportunity to produce a unique solution. As

better balance the rational with the creative with a more holistic understanding.

Q: What was one of the most valuable things you took from your time at CBU?

an art and a science, architecture provides ample

A: I’m greatly intrigued with how, as an art form,

opportunities for creativity and continual learning.

architecture can glorify Christ. I really enjoyed hearing the perspectives of other students and

Q: What about CBU caught your eye when

professors on this topic.

applying to graduate programs?

A: I attended CBU Architecture for my undergraduate studies and was thoroughly pleased

Q: What is a piece of advice you would give to someone looking to apply to this program?

with the quality of the curriculum and pedagogy, the

A: Do a thesis and pursue it with passion. It will

personal commitment of the professors to balance

prove to be very rewarding.

design exploration and knowledge engenderment, and the Christ-centered perspective.

Q: How did CBU prepare you for the job you are in currently?

A: The program balances foundational knowledge with design process to provide graduates with the ability to produce achievable and meaningful design. Because of my education at CBU, when I approach a project, instead of overemphasizing a single part of architecture over the whole, I can

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Faculty Spotlight Keelan Kaiser, MArch, FAIA Program Director, Architecture

I love architecture because it is a field where we

My goal at CBU is to help make our architecture

can help people realize their dreams and mission,

program distinctive in quality and content among

and because the built environment can culturally

the 170+ professional architecture schools, to

enrich our communities positively for multiple

competitively place our students in offices all over

generations. My applied research areas are

the country, and to encourage our graduates to

drawing, imagination, and sustainability/resilience

excel in their professional careers in architecture.

in the built environment.

We accomplish this with outstanding faculty, an excellent curriculum, exceptional co-curricular

As an educator and a practitioner, I share the

programming, and great support from our local

theoretical and practical in my teaching. I have

professional community.

taught in the Chicago and Los Angeles metropolitan areas for over 25 years and have

We have something very special at CBU

practiced all over the country. I’ve taught at the

Architecture, and I hope you consider joining our

University of Nebraska (my alma mater), Judson

program and meeting your professional goals.

University, the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, and CBU. Most of my design work has focused on building low-energy and net-positive buildings that consume very little energy or produce more energy than they consume. My design work is both culturally rich and compositionally intriguing, while at the same time meeting strict energy and material conservation goals.

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Course Requirements Core Course Requirements 24 Units (Additional competency courses may be required) ARC 504 Faith & Worldview

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Considerations in Architecture ARC 506 Thesis Research and Planning OR

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ARC 560 Directed Design Research OR ARC 591 Architecture Internship ARC 510 Design Studio VII

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ARC 511 Thesis Preparation OR

3

ARC 514 Project & Client Development ARC 512 Thesis Studio OR

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ARC 515 Design Studio VIII ARC 570 Professional Practice Elective Courses (Any combination)

3 9 Units

ARC 500 Special Topics in Architecture

3

ARC 550 Architecture Theory II

3

ARC 560 Directed Design Research

3

Competency Courses Up to 53 units (Required competency courses to be determined by program director, based on review of prior coursework and portfolio) ARC 501 Design Studio III

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ARC 502 Design Studio IV

6

ARC 508 Design Studio V

6

ARC 509 Design Studio VI

6

ARC 555 Architectural Theory I

3

ARC 561 International Design Seminar

4

ARC 562 International History Theory Seminar

3

ARC 569 Professional Preparation

3

ARC 580 Advanced Sustainable Systems

3

ARC 584 Thermal Environmental Systems

3

ARC 585 Luminous and Sonic Environmental Systems

3

ARC 593 Structural Systems I

4

ARC 594 Structural Systems II

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Total 30–89 Units

Program curriculum subject to change

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Admissions Requirements Application for admission with a $45 application fee.

BA or BS degree in architecture or related discipline from an accredited college or university or the evaluated equivalency.

2.75 or last 60/90 unit GPA. Additional opportunities may be available for a student to overcome an unsatisfactory GPA. Current architecture portfolio documenting academic and professional design work may be required upon request.

Written statement of purpose OR in-person/virtual program interview (student’s choice). Written statement (500-word maximum) or interview will address: ο What are your educational goals? ο How will this program help meet those goals? ο What makes you a good fit for CBU? An applicant whose first language is not English and/or does not have a degree from an institution where English is the primary language of instruction is required to demonstrate English proficiency by submitting a recent TOEFL or IELTS score.

Prerequisites* Design Studio I

Computer Modeling

Architectural History II

Design Studio II

Architectural History I

Materials and Methods

*Prerequisite classes may be required for applicants without an architecture BA or BS.

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How to Apply

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Submit a graduate application at

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Send official college or university transcripts.

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Provide any supplemental documents required.

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Application Deadlines Fall

Spring

Priority

May 15

November 1

Standard

August 1

December 1

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