2019-2020 BSC Catalog

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
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THA 211
THA 310
The following courses have additional prerequisites not included in the major: AC 444,
MA 305, MA 317, MA 454, PH 305, and PY 370.
Minor Requirements
The following courses are required (5 units):
CAC 170
CAC 180
one additional unit in CAC at the 200 level
two additional units in CAC at the 300 or 400 level
Courses used to fulfill major or minor requirements in other disciplines may be used
to fulfill major or minor requirements in applied computer science.
Architectural Studies
Bachelor of Arts
William G. Holt III and Pamela Venz, Program Coordinators
The architectural studies major combines visual design with historical, analytical, and
theoretical approaches to the study of architecture as an art form that impacts social and
community development. The major is designed to provide a foundational understanding
of architecture as a multidiscipline pursuit with both classroom and real-world
experiences. Graduates of the major will be prepared to further their studies in postgraduate
architecture and/or urban design and planning programs as well as a variety of
other fields which focus on art and/or community development.
Upon completion of the architectural studies major, students will be able to
• apply analytical skills related to architectural history and design and urban
planning
• integrate interdisciplinary approaches to architectural design and urban planning
• identify and communicate the relationship between architecture, urban planning
and community development
• apply design principles and tools to architecture and urban spaces
Major Requirements
The following courses are required (15 units):
AR 111
AR 112
AR 150
AR 311
AR 312
Birmingham-Southern College Catalog 2019-2020