Bachelors in Architecture has an increasing demand in the market. This degree is mostly for those students who are interested in architecture practically, because it is more utilized in construction work.
A boom has been observed in real estate in Pakistan which has resulted in increased demand for architects.
Architects usually create designs of different buildings including residential houses, offices for big companies and huge malls. They act as policy makers as well because they conduct research about construction material and give architecture related advice. They help clients make informed decisions by educating them about the estimated expenditure on the project. They supervise the labor throughout the construction process and make sure that project gets completed within allocated time and in accordance with the designed structure.
Architectural Engineering is related to amalgamating technology with engineering principles and applying them for the construction of buildings. An Architectural Engineer designs building structures in an abstract form and then the concerned authorities approve the design for final construction.
Over the past few years, many universities of Pakistan have started offering Architecture related degrees. To become an architect, one can get a 2-year diploma after matriculation or he can get a 5-year degree from a university after completing intermediate. Experience is a very important factor in this field because it builds a reputation in the market. One needs to work with a construction firm to build a network and get experience.
Jobs related to Architecture
The most demanding jobs related to an Architecture degree are:
- Architectural Engineer
- Professional Architectural Technician
- Residential Architect
- Civic Architect
- Conservation Architect
- Architectural Professor
- Architectural Photographer
- Architectural Conservator / Restoration Expert
- Commercial Architect
- Industrial Designer
- Building Inspector
As Architecture is connected with construction activity and in this pandemic, economic activity has been greatly reduced including real estate. So many architectures are worried about their jobs. But experts suggest waiting this pandemic out, and even developing architectural methodologies to cope with COVID-19 such as how building structures can be designed in a way to promote and facilitate social distancing.
Universities offering Architectural Degrees
Some of the famous universities of Pakistan that offer Architecture degree are as follows:
- National University of Sciences & Technology
- University of Gujrat
- University of Karachi
- Lahore College for Women University
- National College of Arts
- University of Engineering & Technology, Lahore
- University of Punjab
- Bahauddin Zakriya University
- Indus Valley School of Art & Architecture
- Beaconhouse National University
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