Architecture Design - A.F.A. Degree

The Architecture Design Option develops an understanding and ability to create within the discipline of Architecture through the study of art, art history, theory, technology, and studio work. The degree is intended to provide students with the necessary portfolio to transfer seamlessly to a Bachelor of Fine Arts program majoring in Architectural Design.

Upon completion of this program, graduates will be able to:

• Use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for designing a physical structure.
• Analyze the strength and weaknesses of architectural designs in history.
• Examine connections between theory and practice in the field of Architecture
• Design a structure that meets the desired needs within realistic constraints, i.e., economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health, safety, and sustainability.
• Create a portfolio of hand drawn and digital drawings.

Thank you for choosing Sussex County Community College as the place to begin your education. We pride ourselves on giving you the individualized attention you need to be successful.

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This is a recommended program course sequence for students who wish to complete their associate degree in two years. Part-time students and students starting in the spring or summer semesters can meet with an Advisor to customize their plan.

*General Education & Elective courses: Choose from the list of approved courses in the College Catalog.

Students may choose to first take some developmental courses that are designed to prepare students for the college-level coursework in their academic plan. This may add to the students’ completion time.

The number of credits students take each semester will determine when the student will complete his/her program of study.