Opportunities Beyond the Core Curriculum
Architecture students can extend their academic and professional experience through internships, specialized studios, international programs, certificates and advanced research opportunities.
Professional and Advanced Study
Summer Internship Program
The Department of Architecture Professionals Advisory Council sponsors a summer internship program for eligible students in the three-year M.Arch pathway. The program provides opportunities to gain professional experience with participating architecture firms.
Explore the Summer Internship Program
PhD in the Built Environment
Students interested in advanced research may continue their studies through the College of Built Environments’ interdisciplinary PhD program in the Built Environment.
Certificates
Graduate students may complement their degree through specialized certificate programs offered by the Department of Architecture and the College of Built Environments.
- Design Computing
- Lighting
- Historic Preservation
- Urban Design
Explore Architecture Certificates
View College of Built Environments certificate programs.
Specialized Studios
Specialized studios give students opportunities to explore focused areas of architectural practice, research and design. Offerings may include:
- Furniture Studio
- Gehl-Scan Design Master Studio
- Neighborhood Design/Build Studio
- Onouye Endowed Chair Studio in Structural Architecture
- Scan Design Visiting Professor Master Studio
- Storefront Studio
Studio offerings vary by year.
International Programs
Architecture students can participate in short- and long-term international study opportunities that connect architectural education with different cultural, environmental and urban contexts.
Past and recurring destinations have included Australia, Japan, Mexico City, Rome and Scandinavia. Offerings vary by year.
Explore International Programs
Additional Learning Opportunities
The Department also offers learning opportunities that may be available to students and the broader community, including programs such as:
- Digital Fabrication Workshops
- Freehand Drawing