TECHNION – ISRAEL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY · ISRAEL
Bachelor of Architectural Sciences (B.Sc.)
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The Bachelor of Architectural Sciences (B.Sc.) program at Technion offers a foundational education in the field of architecture and urban planning. It aims to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to understand and shape the built environment. The program focuses on developing creativity, observational abilities, analytical thinking, and spatial reasoning skills.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the application deadlines for the Bachelor of Architectural Sciences program?
- The application process opens on February 1st, and the last day to register for the entrance exam is March 10th. Specific deadlines for submitting test scores are in March/April or July, depending on availability.
- Do I need to take an entrance exam for the Bachelor of Architectural Sciences program?
- Yes, all candidates must take the Architecture entrance test conducted in Hebrew at Technion. No prior drawing knowledge is required.
- What are the academic entry requirements for international students?
- Applications are assessed based on your matriculation certificate average, psychometric score, and the Architecture entrance exam score, or a combination of psychometric and entrance exam scores if your foreign certificate is not recognized by Technion.
- Is knowledge of Hebrew required for the Architecture entrance exam?
- Yes, the Architecture entrance test is conducted in Hebrew. You will need to submit Hebrew proficiency test scores (YAEL/YAELnet) by the specified deadlines.
- Are there any exemptions from the entrance exam?
- Applicants with an academic background in Architecture recognized by Technion may be exempt from the entrance test and invited for an interview instead.
- Where can I find information on tuition fees and living costs?
- Tuition fees and living costs are not specified on the provided program pages.
Entry requirements
Foreign Matriculation Certificates recognized by TechnionConsidered based on the average of their matriculation certificate, psychometric score, and score of the entrance exam to Architecture. A 'Sekem' (combined score) can be calculated using the Sekem calculator.
Foreign Matriculation Certificates not recognized by TechnionConsidered based on the multidisciplinary psychometric score (or ACT/SAT score) and the Architecture entrance exam score.
General RequirementsKnowledge of English is required. Specific test details can be found via the provided links.
Applicants with an academic background in Architecture recognized by Technion (at least two semesters) may be exempt from the Architecture entrance test. They may be invited for an interview and asked to present their work. All candidates accepted to Architecture are exempted from placement tests in Physics and Chemistry.
Fees
Tuition (international)Tuition fees are not specified on the provided pages.
Tuition (home)Tuition fees are not specified on the provided pages.
LivingLiving costs are not specified on the provided pages.
How to apply
1. RegistrationBegin your application for the winter semester starting February 1st. Registration for the Architecture program is limited and there is no late registration. The deadline to register for the entrance exam is March 10th.
2. Entrance ExamAll candidates must take the Architecture entrance test, which is conducted in Hebrew at the Technion. The test assesses creativity, observational skills, analysis, visual memory, spatial orientation, and expressiveness. No prior drawing knowledge is required. Candidates can only take one of the two identical entrance exams offered. The test grade is only valid for the year of registration.
3. Academic and Language RequirementsEnsure you meet the general requirements, including psychometric tests and English proficiency. For applicants with foreign matriculation, your application will be assessed based on your certificate's average, psychometric score, and the Architecture entrance exam score (if recognized by Technion), or solely on psychometric and entrance exam scores (if not recognized).
4. Submission of ScoresEnsure that your Psychometric, AMIR/AMIRAM (English proficiency), and YAEL/YAELnet (Hebrew proficiency) test scores are submitted by the last valid dates, which are typically in March/April or July of the application year, depending on availability.
Frequently asked questions
What are the application deadlines for the Bachelor of Architectural Sciences program?
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The application process opens on February 1st, and the last day to register for the entrance exam is March 10th. Specific deadlines for submitting test scores are in March/April or July, depending on availability.
Do I need to take an entrance exam for the Bachelor of Architectural Sciences program?
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Yes, all candidates must take the Architecture entrance test conducted in Hebrew at Technion. No prior drawing knowledge is required.
What are the academic entry requirements for international students?
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Applications are assessed based on your matriculation certificate average, psychometric score, and the Architecture entrance exam score, or a combination of psychometric and entrance exam scores if your foreign certificate is not recognized by Technion.
Is knowledge of Hebrew required for the Architecture entrance exam?
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Yes, the Architecture entrance test is conducted in Hebrew. You will need to submit Hebrew proficiency test scores (YAEL/YAELnet) by the specified deadlines.
Are there any exemptions from the entrance exam?
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Applicants with an academic background in Architecture recognized by Technion may be exempt from the entrance test and invited for an interview instead.
Where can I find information on tuition fees and living costs?
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Tuition fees and living costs are not specified on the provided program pages.