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Exploring Architecture Majors & Careers
Architecture
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture




Architecture

Architecture is approached with an understanding of both its theoretical and practical aspects, the integrated thinking necessary to the solving of problems and the creation of beauty within the real world of everyday life. In general, the programs seek to analyze existing and projected examples of built form, to define fundamental principles and knowledge of the discipline, to develop to their highest possible degree the student's skills in the formation and projection of spatial experience, and to relate individual creativity to cultural and physical environment..
 

Examples of Career Opportunities Available to Architecture Majors
Project Designer Associate Architect Project Manager
Project Architect Construction Administrator Specification Writer
Architectural Programmer Urban/Regional Planner Constructor
 
 
Skills and Abilities Associated with this Area of Study
Ability to work with others Developing designs for projects
A strong sense of design creativity Strong mathematical and business skills
Observing construction Desire to continue developing knowledge base
Proficient in written and verbal communication Detail and concept oriented
Ability to visualize spatial relationships Ability to work independently
 

Sources of Additional Information in the Information in the Career Resource Center Library
Careers In Architecture
Opportunities In Architectural Careers
Opportunities In Commercial Art & Graphic…
Architect? A Candid Guide to Profession
Opportunities in Interior Design and …
Opportunities in Building Construction Careers
Opportunities in Fire Protection Services Opportunities in Landscape Architecture, Botanical Gardens, and Arboreta
 

Professional Organizations Involved in this Career Field
Am Institute of Architects
1735 New York Ave, NW
Washington, DC 20006
(202) 626-7300
www.aiaonline.com
AIA Florida Southwest
4100 Corporate Square
Naples, Florida 34104
(941) 992-5388
www.aiafla.org/frameset13.html
 

Contacts on Campus for More Information About These Opportunities
Career Resource Center
1st Floor, Reitz Union
(352) 392-1601
8:00 am- 5:00 pm M-F
www.crc.ufl.edu
Department of Architecture
231 Architecture
Phone: (352) 392-0205
Fax: (352) 392-4606
www.arch.ufl.edu

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