Study Architecture Online

There are several obstacles in becoming an architect through online or distance learning. First of all, it would be difficult to run a distance learning course for architecture, because of the importance of teaching design live in a studio environment. In addition, beyond the degree - even if you find some institutions (listed below) that would admit you, working as an architect requires, in most countries, to be a registered architect and the boards, in many cases, would be wary of a distance learning degree.

There are some accredited, reliable, bachelor degrees, which are in close fields. Thomas Edison State College offers a BSc in Architectural Design and we have a full list of schools offering online or distance learning degrees in Interior Design. However, both of these routes - while they might bring you closer to being an architect, will not be a direct path: the direct path in the United States is a degree accredited by the NAAB. Currently, the NAAB does not accredit any distance learning program of architecture. You may, however, collect credits, both from these degrees and from the Texas Tech University, a BS in architecture that is in mixed mode (some courses can be taken online), might shorten your way to an architecture degree once you can commit yourself to studies. A simialr course that can help you collect credits for the degree is Westwood University's Associate degree in Computer-Aided Design/Architectural Drafting. It might also lead you to a job (as a drafter) in an office, where you will find people supporting you with practical experience and even leading you to school.



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There are, however, advanced degrees in architecture, that are available online from many reputable institutions. These are intended at people who already have an architecture degree (and are usually already architects) but would like to deepen their understanding or research of a certain aspect of architecture:
MSc Architecture: Advanced Environmental and Energy Studies from UEL

MSc in International Construction Management from University of Bath

The Boston Architectural College offers the first distance M.Arch. The "degree program is designed specifically for individuals who have an educational background in architecture and have worked in the profession."


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In addition to all of that, if you want to get a taste of university-level architecture courses, you can take online courses for free from few of the best universities. More details here: Free Architecture Courses, Download free architecture courses from top universities by Jackie Craven