Bachelor of Architecture Program in Architecture
Degree Title
Bachelor of Architecture Program in Architecture
Bachelor of Architecture
Philosophy
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Aiming to produce highly competent architects equipped with advanced design-supporting technology and integrated knowledge in architecture and construction, capable of practicing under the standards of the regulated architectural profession. Graduates are adaptable, team-oriented, and effective coordinators, ready to compete in the construction industry workforce under the core rationale.
"Academically Proficient, Practically Expert"
Program Highlights
Professional Licensure & Standards: Aims to produce architects qualified to pass the Architect Council of Thailand’s licensing examinations, possessing high architectural design expertise to practice professionally both nationally and internationally.
BIM Integration & Competitive Edge: Focuses on integrating architectural design with building construction through high proficiency in Building Information Modeling (BIM), developing high-performance architects with enhanced competitive edge in the labor market.
Modular System & Credit Bank: Utilizes a modular learning structure—including modules such as Basics of Architectural Design and Designing of Energy-Saving Houses—offering opportunities for upskilling, reskilling, and credit bank accumulation to support lifelong learning.
International Standards
UKPSF
Professional practice
8-Month Cooperative Education
Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
- PLO1: Learners are able to analyze relevant design theories and concepts in alignment with professional practice in architecture and fine arts design.
- PLO2: Learners are able to select and apply research theories, concepts, and statistical principles to solve problems in architecture and related fine arts design, aligned with professional practice.
- PLO3: Learners are able to analyze knowledge outcomes from contemporary architectural and design studies and professional practice, applying them effectively to project execution and creative design work.
- PLO4: ผู้เรียนมีทักษะการวิเคราะห์ปัญหาทางสถาปัตยกรรมศาสตร์และการออกแบบ ศิลปกรรมที่เกี่ยวข้องสู่การบริหารจัดการงานออกแบบสภาพแวดล้อมทางกายภาพหรืองานสร้างสรรค์อย่างเป็นระบบ
- PLO5: ผู้เรียนมีทักษะการใช้เทคโนโลยีดิจิทัลในการจัดการโครงงานหรืองาสร้างสรรค์ สถาปัตยกรรมศาสตร์และการออกแบบศิลปกรรมที่เกี่ยวข้องได้ตามยุคสมัย
- PLO6: ผู้เรียนมีทักษะสื่อสารข้อมูลและถ่ายทอดองค์ความรู้จากการศึกษาค้นคว้าโครงงาน หรืองานออกแบบสร้างสรรค์ ได้ตามมาตรฐานวิชาการและวิชาชีพ โดยผ่านกระบวนการฝึก อบรมการนำเสนอผลงานทางวิชาการ
- PLO7: ผู้เรียนปฏิบัติตามหลักจริยธรรมการวิจัยในการค้นคว้า โดยผลงานโครงงาน ผ่านกระบวนการตรวจสอบความซ้ำซ้อนและการคัดลอกผลงาน มีการอ้างอิง ผลงานถูกต้องตามหลักการ ไม่มีการละเมิดสิทธิ เสรีภาพและไม่มีการละเมิดทรัพย์สิน ทางปัญญา
- PLO8: Learners are able to manage projects, design works, or creative initiatives with discipline and responsibility, ensuring successful task completion according to planned objectives and schedules.
- PLO9: Learners demonstrate academic leadership by utilizing contemporary research methodologies and advanced design processes to innovate in architecture and the arts, effective across individual practice, interdisciplinary coordination, and teamwork.
Program Structure
Program Structure Total Credits: 167 Credits (for the entire program)
| Course Category | Required Credits under MHESI Criteria (2022) | Credits for Revised Curriculum (AY 2024) |
|---|---|---|
|
General Education (Min.) |
24 |
26* |
|
Specialized Courses (Min.) |
90 |
135 |
|
Free Electives (Min.) |
6 |
6 |
|
Total Credits (Min.) |
150 |
167 |
Notes
Students must complete 9 credits of either English Language courses or Chinese Language courses.
Walailak University places a strong emphasis on English proficiency development by increasing the General Education requirement by 2 credits beyond the Standard Criteria for Undergraduate Programs B.E. 2565 (2022), which specifies a minimum of 24 General Education credits.
Desired Graduate Attributes
Professional Architectural Competence & Licensure Readiness: Capable of architectural design and fully qualified to sit for the regulated architectural licensing examination, supported by full accreditation from the Architect Council of Thailand.
Multidisciplinary Design Capability: Proficient in foundational interior design, product design, and landscape architecture, backed by a curriculum integrating theoretical and practical coursework across these disciplines.
Academic & Teaching Potential: Qualified to pursue an academic career as an architecture lecturer (upon completing a Master’s degree), recognized by the Architect Council of Thailand.
Creative & Systematic Problem Solving: Equipped for creative professions through an education that emphasizes creative thinking, systematic workflow, and effective design communication.
Career Opportunities
Architectural Design: Architect
Construction Management & Supervision: Construction Supervisor, Construction Manager, and Construction Director
BIM Modeler: Specialist utilizing Building Information Modeling (BIM) to support architectural design and building construction
Entrepreneur & Business Owner: Real estate developer / Business owner
Academic & Researcher: Academic officer and researcher generating knowledge in architectural design and construction
Career Paths
Public Sector & State Enterprises: Architect positions in government agencies such as the Department of Public Works and Town & Country Planning, provincial offices, state enterprises, local administrative organizations, and related entities.
Private Sector: Architect positions in architectural design firms, construction supervision, contracting firms, facility management, real estate development, and related industries.
Further Education
Graduates are eligible to pursue Master’s and Doctoral degrees in Architecture or related disciplines at domestic and international higher education institutions.
Tuition Fees
Semester Tuition Fee : 31,000 THB
Total Program Tuition Fee: 310,000 THB