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Architecture Option, AA

Program Snapshot
Academic CredentialAssociate in Arts (AA)
Total Credit Hours60
Average Time to Complete2 yrs.
Academic PathwayBusiness, Industry, Technology, Manufacturing
AdvisorAntonio Adessi, RA, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP
Professor, Architecture & Construction
850.769.1551, ext 5887
aadessi@gulfcoast.edu

Academic Program Support SpecialistJordan Hale
850.872.3838
jhale2@gulfcoast.edu

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Architecture, AA

Do You Have a Passion for Architecture?

Would you like to plan and design new buildings and spaces, or work on the restoration and conservation of existing buildings? If you're interested in a career in architecture, architectural technology or interior/spatial design, our professors will help you develop highly desirable, creative, visual and technical skills.

This transfer track is designed to prepare students for entry into a Bachelor's program in Architecture at the Florida university level.  Students should be familiar with the admission requirements of the university they plan to attend.

Advising Note:

Make sure to enroll in the Design Sequence courses (ARC1301C Design1.1 to ARC2304C Design 2.2) starting your first Fall semester.

 
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Architecture Course Requirements

ENC1101, English I
ENC1102, English II
Visual and Performing Arts
Philosophy/Religion
Literature
Select Two:
MAC1105
MAC2311
MGF1106
MGF1107
STA2023
PHY2053, College Physics
Biological Science
Behavioral Sciences
History
Government
PHY2053L, College Physics Lab
ARC1301C, Design 1.1
ARC1302C, Design 1.2
ARC2303C, Design 2.1
ARC2304C, Design 2.2
ARC2180, Introduction to Digital Architecture
MAC2311, Calculus or MAC2233, Calculus for Business
Electives

What can you do with Architecture Associate of Arts?

In this field, people find careers as:

University of Florida
Florida State University - Panama City
University of Central Florida

In this field, people find careers as:

Architecture and Engineering Manager
Urban and Regional Planning
Landscape Architects

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Who is Eligible for the Architecture Program?
If you are a high school graduate, you can apply to this program. If you have earned credits from a regionally accredited college or university, you may have a head start at Gulf Coast State College.
Why Choose Gulf Coast State College to Earn Your Degree?
You'll get a great education with one of the lowest tuition rates in the state. With small class sizes and professors who care, you'll get the personal attention you deserve. More than 90% of our graduates would recommend Gulf Coast State College to others.
Robby Rayas

Robby Fayas

It was my time at Gulf Coast that exposed me to the creative aspect of drafting, so that's what pushed me toward a career in architecture.  - AA in Architecture

Are you ready to get started?

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Visit the Gulf Coast admissions page to learn more about the application process.

Consult the Gulf Coast State College Catalog for specific program and course information.

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