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So you want to be anArchitect?

Preparing for Graduate Programs in Architecture and Related Disciplines18 October 2012

Note:

Ted Mosby is not a real architect. He is a character played by Josh Radnor

on the hit sitcom How I Met Your Mother. If you want to be a fake

architect, become an actor. Hollywood loves architects. Just ask Brad Pitt.

T+ED


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Preparingfor Graduate Study

1. Why: the purpose of a masters degree in architecture

2. When: application timelines + submission deadlines

3. Where: evaluating + selecting appropriate programs

4. What: academic preparation + service involvement

5. How: financial opportunities + teaching assistantships

6. Balance

7. Inspiration



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6. Balance

7. Inspiration

needed for professional licensure [ ARE ]

terminal degree

other options [ planning, urban, landscape ]

minimum three year commitment

diverse student population and perspective

application of undergraduate coursework

preparation for intern development program

From doodle to building Walt Disney Concert Hall, Los Angeles.


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6. Balance

7. Inspiration

research a variety of programs and table

consider work experience prior to applying

allow time to develop GPA and portfolio

develop financial strategy prior to applying


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6. Balance

7. Inspiration

canvas / visit programs [ type + location ]

in-state vs. out-of-state considerations

prioritize and rank potential programs

a marriage of sorts: identity and focus

establish residency through work

evaluate acceptance / incentive packages

Choices its not just the program that chooses you. You must choose the

program that best fits your interests and goals.


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6. Balance

7. Inspiration

consider and know thewhyfor architecture need a complete and diverse body of work

GPA and GRE

major concentration and elective pursuits

know professors and professionals

ask many questions and seek good answers

involvement in organizations and as individual


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6. Balance

7. Inspiration

the application submission letter of intent / personal statement

resume

letter(s) of recommendation

campus interview (optional or by program)

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6. Balance

7. Inspiration

the portfolio a graphic and written resume of work

a self-portrait

a narrative

a demonstration of what you make

a definition of how you think a considered piece of design work

a document of architecture and

Language develop a consistent graphic language that best represents the

work.


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4. What: academic preparation + service involvement5. How: financial opportunities + teaching assistantships

6. Balance

7. Inspiration

financial aid: subsidized vs unsubsidized scholarships: merit-based rather than need

assistantships: teaching vs research

eligibility for assistantships after first year


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6. Balance

7. Inspiration

expectations vs realities work / life in both studio and classroom

self-motivation and self-evaluation

criticism and competition

culture and extracurricular participation

graduate school and part-time employment?

Expectations are expectations. Realites are messy.


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6. Balance

7. Inspiration

resources [ webs / books / people ] architecture blogs and organizations

architecture firm and school websites

Portfolio Design[ also a .com ]

The Architects Portfolio

The Portfolio: An Architecture Students Handbook 101 Things I Learned in Architecture School

adobe creative suite and graphic layout

professor and professional advice

This is an image of a book cover. Isnt it inspiring?


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So you want to be anArchitect?


Note:

These are real (and famous) architects. They are not young. They are

energetic and passionate. They wear variants of the official uniform.

They might drink with their friends at the bar every weekday night (thoughits doubtful). They each worked very hard (and enjoyed a little bit of luck)

to get where they are today.

Frank

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