The Architectural Studies minor at UNH offers an interdisciplinary introduction to the history, theory, and methods of architecture. You’ll explore hands-on disciplines like graphic design and woodworking, study architectural history from ancient to modern times, and learn about contemporary building methods, including green design. Ideal for students considering architecture school or enhancing a technical major, this minor prepares you for careers in architecture, preservation, urban planning, and more. At UNH, you'll benefit from expert faculty, networking opportunities, and the chance to participate in study abroad programs.
What is architectural studies?
The architectural studies minor provides students with an interdisciplinary introduction to the history, theory and methods of architecture and its symbolism. You can study hands-on disciplines, including graphic design, woodworking and sculpture;architectural history from Greek and Roman times up to the 20th century; and modern building and construction methods, including 2D computer design and green building design. The program is designed for students who are thinking about enrolling at a school of architecture, are interested in architectural history, want to supplement a technical major (e.g., civil engineering) with a strong academic minor,or plan to pursue a career in preservation, education, community service or public relations.
Why study architectural studies at UNH?
The interdisciplinary architectural studies minor allows students who are interested in this field to receive programmatic recognition for their work. Through the Art and Art History Department, you’ll meet and learn from artists and historians from around the world through the Visiting Artists & Art Historians program. Through the Civil Engineering Department, you’ll be able to attend the UNH Civil and Environmental Engineering Alumni Conference, where you’ll meet alumni sharing experience and knowledge. You’ll also have the opportunity to study abroad in a variety of programs, including Building Rome, Belize Archeological Field School or Archeological Survey and Mapping, or the UNH-in-Greece program.
Potential career areas
- Architecture
- Civil engineering
- Community preservation
- Drafting
- Engineering
- History
- Museum curation
- Urban planning
Curriculum & Requirements
The minor in architectural studies provides students with an interdisciplinary introduction to the history, theory and methods of architecture and its symbolism. The program allows students who are interested in this field to receive programmatic recognition of their work. It is designed to assist those who are contemplating enrollment at a school of architecture; are particularly interested in architectural history; want to supplement their technical majors (e.g., civil engineering) with strong academic minors; or plan to pursue careers in preservation, education, community service and public relations.
For more information, contact the minor coordinators: Ivo van der Graaff, ivo.vandergraaff@unh.edu, art and art history, or Raymond Cook, ray.cook@unh.edu, civil engineering.
The minor consists of completing five courses (18-20 credits total).
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| ARTS 532 | Introductory Drawing | 4 |
| ARTH 474 | Introduction to Architectural History | 4 |
| or ARTH/CLAS 501 | Introduction to Mediterranean Archaeology | |
| ARTS 525 | Introductory Woodworking | 4 |
| or ARTS 567 | Introductory Sculpture | |
| Electives | ||
| Select two courses from the following (in consultation with minor coordinators): | 6-8 | |
ARTH 400 | Topics in Art History (only with architectural papers) | |
ARTS 510 | Principles of Design | |
ARTS 520 | Principles of Architectural Design | |
ARTS 600 | Internship in Studio Art (only topic C - Architecture) | |
ARTS 625 | Wood/Furniture Design Workshop | |
ARTS 667 | Sculpture Workshop (only topic: Kinetic) | |
ARTH #654 | 17th and 18th Century American Architecture | |
ARTH #655 | Nineteenth-Century Architecture: The Architecture of Empire | |
ARTH #656 | Twentieth-Century Architecture: Modern and Contemporary | |
ARTH 674 | Greek Art and Architecture | |
ARTH #675 | Roman Art and Architecture | |
ARTH 678 | Romanesque and Gothic Art | |
ARTS 796 | Independent Study: Studio Art (only topic G: Architectural Design) | |
CEE 402 | 2D Computer Aided Design | |
CEE 795 | Independent Study | |
CEE 700 | Building Information Modeling | |
CEE 719 | Green Building Design | |
CLAS 510 | Building Rome (a J-term course) | |
| Total Credits | 18-20 | |
