Department of Architecture

Department of Architecture

Chairman’s Message

I warmly welcome to the Department of Architecture, whose mission is to produce critical thinkers and skilled makers through research, professional practice, Design based solutions, and environmentally sustainable goals by using modern tools and community engagement. To achieve these objectives, design is taught as an integral, speculative and creative attempt to embracing both the humanities and the sciences. The department is grounded on the concept to generate the multidisciplinary interactions for critical design thinking through studio-based integrated modules and sustainable design solutions including developing research and on-site projects to address contemporary, emerging, and changing issues for the community. The main aim is inspiring the students to acquire leadership, ethical values and social skills to shape the unparalleled progressive entrepreneur cultural diversity.

Overview of the Department

Architecture defines the region in present Bahawalpur has aesthetically beautiful & royal architecture. The Islamia University is the pioneer to establish the Department of Architecture in the region of Bahawalpur, which will explore the existing features also define the new dimension with sustainable approach. We expect our graduate to envelop their responses to complex philosophical question in well articulate buildings that are thoughtful in their relationship with urban context. We have faculty highly qualified teachers from different background, by which students can avail maximum opportunity to understand art & architecture. The main objectives of the department will be develoing understanding how to collaboratively lead teams of stakeholders in the process of conceiving, developing and implementing solutions to problems in the built and natural environments, utilizing knowledge of the diverse forms and the dimensions of professional practice along with associated ethical, legal, financial and social responsibilities. To demonstrate critical thinking through a self-reflective process of conceptualization and design thinking that is open to consideration of alternative perspectives by analyzing, evaluating, and synthesizing ideas and information gathered through applied research grounded in information literacy.

Core Topics in Architecture Design

Architectural education needs are different for different regions within Pakistan. Our curriculum provides a broad outline and framework of knowledge areas with a built-in flexibility.

List of core topics are as under:

• Architecture Design Studios
• History of Architecture
• Materials & Construction
• Structures for Architects
• Building Conservation
• Energy and Environment
• Urban Design
• Landscape Design
• Interior Design
• Construction Project Management

Programs Offered

1. Bachelor of Architecture

Program Educational Objectives of Department of Architecture

PEO 1

Offering an interdisciplinary curriculum led by an accomplished faculty in a comprehensive studio and classroom environment.

PEO 2

Graduates will be able to develop their abilities in Problem Solving, Creative Thinking, and Informed Decision-Making as a focus of their professional education.

PEO 3

Graduates will be educated to improve the quality of the built environment on both at national and international level.

PEO 4

Preparing students for leadership roles in the fields of Architecture, Construction Science, Community Development and Arts.

Courses Detail

Scheme of Studies (B. Architecture)

Semester-1

Course Code	Course Title	Th	Pr
ARCH-00101	Foundation Studio-I	1	5
ARCH-00102	History of Architecture-I	2	0
PAKS-00103	Pakistan Studies	2	0
ISLA-00104	Islamic Studies	2	0
ARCH-00105	Visual Communication-I	1	1
ENGL-00106	English I (Functional English)	2	0
CIEN-03107	Surveying and Levelling	2	1

Semester-2

Course Code	Course Title	Th	Pr
ARCH-00201	Foundation Studio-II	1	5
ARCH-00202	History of Architecture-II	2	0
ARCH-00203	Visual communication-II	1	1
ENGL-00104	English II (Communication Skills)	2	0
ARCH-00205	Materials and Construction-I	1	1
ARCH-00206	Energy and Environment-I	2	0
ARCH-03207	Model Making for architects	0	2

Semester-3

Course Code	Course Title	Th	Pr
ARCH-02301	Architectural Studio-III	1	7
ARCH-02302	Materials and Construction-II	1	1
ARCH-02303	Energy and Environments-II	2	0
ARCH-02304	Structures for Architects-I	2	0
ARCH-02305	History of Architecture-III	2	0
ARCH-02306	Visual Communication Skill-III	1	1

Semester-4

Course Code	Course Title	Th	Pr
ARCH-02401	Architectural Studio-IV	1	7
ARCH-02402	Materials and Construction-III	1	1
ARCH-02403	Structures for Architects-II	2	0
ARCH-02404	Building Services and System-I	1	1
ARCH-02405	History of Architecture-IV	2	0
ARCH-02406	Digital Tools for Architects-I	0	2

Semester-5

Course Code	Course Title	Th	Pr
ARCH-02501	Architectural Studio-V	1	7
ARCH-02502	Materials and Construction-IV	1	1
ARCH-02503	Building Services and System-II	1	1
ARCH-02504	Theory of architecture I	2	0
ARCH-02505	Digital tools for Architects-II	0	2
ARCH-03506	Sustainable Design	2	0

Semester-6

Course Code	Course Title	Th	Pr
ARCH-02601	Architectural Studio-VI	1	7
ARCH-02602	Building Services and System-III	1	1
ARCH-02603	Architecture in Pakistan	2	0
ARCH-02604	Theory of Architecture-II	2	0
ARCH-03605	Specification and Quantity Surveying	1	1
ARCH-03606	Interior Design	2	0

Semester-7

Course Code	Course Title	Th	Pr
ARCH-02701	Architectural Studio-VII	1	7
ARCH-02702	Urban Design	2	0
ARCH-03703	Fine arts	2	0
ARCH-03704	Project Planing & Management	3	0
ARCH-03705	Conservation Techniques	3	0

Semester-8

Course Code	Course Title	Th	Pr
ARCH-02801	Architectural Studio-VIII	2	8
ARCH-02802	Architectural Research Methods	2	0
ARCH-03803	Environmental Psychology	2	0
ARCH-03804	Ecology, Technology & Design	2	0
ARCH-03805	Landscape	2	0

Semester-9

Course Code	Course Title	Th	Pr
ARCH-02901	Thesis Design I	0	8
ARCH-03902	Housing	3	0
ARCH-03903	Calligraphic art	2	0
ARCH-03904	Architectural Signage	2	0

Semester-10

Course Code	Course Title	Th	Pr
ARCH-021001	Thesis Design-II	0	12
ARCH-021002	Professional Practice	2	0