Foundation Studies in Architectural Design

The Foundation Studies in Architectural Design Program (FSAD) is a two-year program that leads to an Associate in Arts (AA.) Degree. Students with this degree articulate to a four-year Univer­sity to complete their studies. State law requires that a five year (Professional) or six-year (Masters) degree be obtained before a student is allowed to sit for the Architectural licensing exam to become a registered Architect.  Click on the Transfer Options for a listing of  four-year schools

in Florida that accept FSAD students for consideration/acceptance into the upper division, including the new 4-year program option at USF in Tampa.

FAQ’S 

What qualities should a student posses in order to succeed in this program?

• Flexibility and depth of interest, courses range from creative (art) to scientific (engineering). Successful students are detailed orientated, able to carefully schedule their time and willing to work long hours toward a set goal. Many professionals feel this is one of the most demanding fields of study offered at the College level.

What does the FSAD Program consist of?

• The program consists of a core of nine Architectural courses and the State required Gordon Rule courses. Students must also meet with and advisor to determine if any additional courses are required by the Uni­versity the student plans to articulate to. Click on the icon below to view the program course listings.

What type of work will I be required to produce? Do I have to be an artist?

• Architecture is a highly competitive field You will be required to produce manual and CADD presentations for inclusion in a for­mal portfolio. You will also be producing scaled presentation models of your work. All necessary techniques are presented in class in a studio type format.

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