Design buildings that construct the cities of the future and contribute to the climate transition. This practice-oriented, part-time Bachelor's program in Architecture allows you to discover your strengths and interests, whether in creative design, detailed construction, or planning with new materials. The program is modular and spans ten semesters, combining full-time study, a practical semester, and part-time study periods where you'll attend classes two days a week and gain practical experience in an office or company for the remaining three days. The final semester is dedicated to the full-time completion of your Bachelor's thesis.
The program is structured into ten semesters, integrating practical experience with academic learning.
Graduates gain competencies in designing, constructing, and managing building projects, preparing them for diverse roles in the built environment. The program's structure also meets the legal requirements for minimum study duration in Architecture in NRW, enabling graduates to register with the NRW Chamber of Architects, a prerequisite for independent practice.
German language proficiency at C1 level is required. An eight-week basic internship in the construction trade is mandatory before admission for the winter semester, or by the end of the second semester. If transferring from the full-time Bachelor's program in Architecture, you must have passed all modules of the first three semesters and at least two mandatory modules of the fourth semester, and provide a signed internship contract with a suitable company.
Semester contribution applies, which covers student services and a semester ticket for public transport.
The part-time study model meets the legal requirements of the Baukammergesetz NRW regarding the minimum standard period of study for the Architecture specialization, qualifying graduates for registration with the NRW Chamber of Architects under certain conditions.
Applicants need a higher education entrance qualification (e.g., Abitur) and German language proficiency at C1 level. An eight-week basic internship in the construction trade is also mandatory, to be completed either before the winter semester or by the end of the second semester.
The program is structured to span ten semesters. It combines full-time study, a practical semester, and part-time study periods.
The program is modular, allowing students to attend classes two days a week and gain practical experience in an office or company for the remaining three days during part-time study periods. The fifth semester is dedicated to a full-time practical internship, and the final semester is for the Bachelor's thesis.
Graduates are prepared for roles in private architectural offices, public administration, real estate development, and the construction industry. The program also meets the legal requirements for minimum study duration in Architecture in NRW, enabling graduates to register with the NRW Chamber of Architects for independent practice.
Applications are typically managed through Hochschulstart (DoSV). You will need to prepare documents such as proof of higher education entrance qualification, German language proficiency (C1), and confirmation of your basic internship.