Philadelphia University’s Bachelor of Architecture (B. Arch) is a five-year professional degree program accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB). Students receive an industry-centered, liberal arts-infused education, blending academic scholarship with hands-on, professional learning. The program encourages interdisciplinary collaboration, and most of our faculty members are practicing industry professionals. As architectural practices evolve rapidly to meet new environmental, economic and societal challenges, our curriculum’s unique focus on market-driven innovation and sustainability gives students a competitive advantage in the industry. The program builds on an interdisciplinary foundation of design and visualization studies and grows into more advanced courses that support design projects of increasing complexity and scope. Students learn essential research skills and can take focused courses in experimental structures and materials, furniture design, design theory, construction management, historic preservation, business, and more. Instruction goes beyond the classroom to include industry partnerships, community engagement projects, study abroad, and internships with architectural firms in Philadelphia. As a transformative force in professional education, PhilaU gives students a working knowledge of the industry so they may contribute to a firm immediately, present work professionally, and think critically. Graduates are well-prepared for leadership roles as stewards of sustainability and to work with top firms worldwide.
Student Work
Maria Lyate, Eric Torrens, Bradley Blankenbiller
In this comprehensive studio project, the student team proposed that a new design center serve as a striking gateway to the campus.
Ryan Sison, Scott Focht, Michael Majewski
For their comprehensive studio project, this student team explored how site and innovative teaching methods could shape a 21st-century college of design.
Megan Henry, Laura Royer, Mike Scioli
RE[fabricated] The goal of our proposed facility is to foster cross the new facility is to foster cross-pollination and unification of all majors, levels, and program aspects; Creating a comprehensive building for all C_ABE programs at Philadelphia University.
