Minor in Architecture History
About This Program
For undergraduate students in architecture, interior design, or allied disciplines, the School of Architecture offers a Minor in Architecture History.
Competencies
- Historical and Cultural Literacy in the Built Environment: Upon completion, students will demonstrate an understanding of architectural and urban forms across time, exploring how design reflects and shapes cultural, political, and societal values.
- Critical Frameworks in Architectural History: Upon completion, students will apply historical, theoretical, and contextual analysis to understand the evolution of architecture, from ancient cities to contemporary movements.
- Integrated Perspectives on Architecture and Society: Upon completion, students will be able to connect architectural history to broader fields, such as politics, art, and urbanism, enhancing their ability to think critically about the built environment’s role in shaping human experience.
Curriculum
| Foundations | ||
| ARCH 2303 | HISTORY OF ARCHITECTURE AND INTERIOR DESIGN I | 3 |
| ARCH 2304 | HISTORY OF ARCHITECTURE AND INTERIOR DESIGN II | 3 |
| Specialization | ||
| Select 4 from the following: | 12 | |
| HISTORY OF CONTEMPORARY THEORY | ||
| THE CITY OF ROME | ||
| THE LIFE OF CITIES | ||
| HISTORY OF URBAN FORM | ||
| MUSEUMS: HISTORY, CULTURE, DESIGN | ||
| SKYSCRAPER HISTORIES | ||
| TOPICS IN THE HISTORY OF ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN (topic varies) | ||
| MODERN ARCHITECTURE I | ||
| MODERN ARCHITECTURE II | ||
| ARCHITECTURE + POLITICS | ||
| MODERN + CONTEMPORARY ARCHITECTURE IN MEXICO | ||
| HISTORY OF LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE | ||
| Total Hours | 18 | |
Students must complete ARCH 2303 and ARCH 2304 before selecting advanced electives.
Advising Resources
The College of Architecture, Planning and Public Affairs (CAPPA) at UT Arlington equips students with skills and knowledge to address real-world challenges in design, public policy, and research. Our Advising Office supports academic and career success. Explore our Future Students page to connect with an Academic Advisor and shape your future.
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Email:
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