The Bachelor of Science in Architectural Design Studies prepares graduates for a diverse
range of fields in the industry of architecture and beyond. There are three concentrations
that generally fall into the categories of design management, design thinking, and
design culture. The curriculum begins with foundational design and educational coursework
that is common across all concentrations. After foundational coursework, students
pursue a combination of core and elective coursework governed by their selected concentration.
This degree is designed to provide a general understanding of architectural issues
for those students who wish to pursue a design-related career.
Why architectural design studies at OSU?
The world of design is very broad, and there are many career paths linked to the creation
of places and spaces for people. Students of architectural design studies must appreciate
the design process while at the same time have an interest in developing a base of
knowledge and a skillset that support the work of professional architects and engineers.
The Design Management and Leadership concentration prepares graduates for careers in design and project management, design
marketing, real estate, and other strategic design fields. It also prepares students
for advanced studies in business, entrepreneurship, and real estate among other disciplines.
The Design Thinking and Communication concentration prepares graduates for careers in design thinking, visual communication,
allied arts, and other creative design fields. It also prepares students for advanced
studies in art, graphics, communication, and fabrication, among other disciplines.
The Design, Culture, and Urban Studies concentration prepares graduates for careers in public design, planning, cultural
studies, and other creative fields in the civic arena. It also prepares students for
advanced studies in planning, policy, urban design, social studies, and other creative
disciplines in the public domain.
The Bachelor of Science in Architectural Design prepares graduates for a diverse range
of fields in the industry of architecture and beyond. There are three concentrations
that generally fall into the categories of design management, design thinking, and
design culture. The curriculum begins with foundational design and educational coursework
that is common across all concentrations. After foundational coursework, students
pursue a combination of core and elective coursework governed by their selected concentration.
Scholarship Opportunities
The College of Engineering, Architecture and Technology offers a variety of competitive
scholarships. To learn more, view all CEAT scholarship opportunities.