Degree course in Architectural engineering [LM-4 ] D. M. 270/2004
General information
Qualification awarded
Master’s Degree in Architectural Engineering, a degree course that received recognition from the European Community.
Level of qualification
Single-cycle Master’s
Specific admission requirements and specific arrangements for recognition of prior learning
The number of enrolled students is proposed annually by the Academic Senate, after consulting the Faculty Council, depending on the facilities available, the needs of the labor market and in accordance with general criteria established by the Ministry of Education, University and Research under art. 9, paragraph 4 of Law 341/1990 and the European Directive 85/384/CE.
Those admitted to the Master’s Degree in Architectural Engineering: graduates of institutes of higher secondary education, those who are in possession of other qualifications obtained abroad recognized as valid.
For access to the Master’s degree in Architectural Engineering, skills are required of candidates in the following areas: general logic and culture, history, design and representation, mathematics and physics, which will be assessed through an entrance test.
The contents, the date and the manner of performing the test are defined annually by the notice of admission. The same notice defines the number of places available and the criteria for the awarding of marks in order to draw up the performance ranking, as well as the deadlines for enrolment in the Master’s degree in Architectural Engineering.
Profile of the programme
The degree in Architectural Engineering aims to form graduates with advanced training for the excercising of a highly qualified activity in the disciplines of constructional engineering and architecture.
More specifically, the course is organized for the purpose of training professionals with adequate knowledge in the following areas: history of architecture, construction, urban planning, architectural restoration and other processes of environmental and territorial transformation, related to the professions of architecture and architectural engineering, as defined by Directive 85/384/EEC and its recommendations.
They also examine the tools and forms of representation, have knowledge of the theoretical and scientific as well as methodological and operational aspects of mathematics and other basic sciences and be able to use this knowledge to interpret and describe complex problems or which require an interdisciplinary approach;
The degree in Architectural Engineering aims to form a professional figure, who is able to use this knowledge to identify, formulate and solve complex problems in an innovative way, or which require an interdisciplinary approach. Themes regarding the organization of businesses and ethics and professional ethics will also be examined in depth.
Qualification requirements and regulations
The Degree Programme in Architectural Engineering has a duration of 5 years, during which the student must acquire 300 credits. Formative activities, organized on a six-monthly basis or annually, are developed through lectures, tutorials, workshops, seminars and practical assignments, and a final examination. The educational programme of each student is oriented upon enrolment and through ongoing assessment by Secretarial staff and special tutors (PhD students and research fellows). On completion of the course, career guidance is provided by a Steering Committee and ALMALUREA. All aspects of organization and management of the degree course are described in the Academic Regulations, available on the Faculty website.
Key learning outcomes
Graduates of the Master’s degree in Architectural Engineering are able to design, through appropriate architectural, engineering and townplanning tools, and having mastery of the instruments used for the feasibility of the construction designed, construction work, transformation and modification of the physical environment, with full knowledge of the aesthetic, distributive, functional, structural, technical, constructive, managerial, economic and environmental aspects, as well as critical attention to cultural changes and the needs of contemporary society; plan works and manage their realization, coordinating for such purposes, if necessary, other specialists and professionals in the fields of architecture, civil engineering, urban planning and architectural restoration. In addition, the graduate is able to be fluent in written and oral form, in at least one European language other than Italian, with particular reference to disciplinary terminology.
Examination regulations, assessment and grading
Individual examinations are held orally before a Board of at least two professors. Other possible methods of assessment (eg written, final examinations, or ongoing assessment, seminar presentations) will appear in the descriptions of each course. The tests for individual courses are evaluated on a scale of 30, and where appropriate, with honours. The final mark is based on the results of each course and the final exam consists of the discussion of a "thesis". The Board consists of 11 professors and the final score is expressed on a scale of 110 and, where appropriate, with honours.
Graduation requirements
The final qualification is awarded upon the attainment of 300 credits and approval of a written thesis.
Mode of study (full-time, part-time, e-learning, ...)
Full-time study and attendance is highly recommended. However, part-time study is possible: Attendance is not compulsory and the student can take the exam at his/her own speed and needs, in respect of the Academic Regulations.
Occupational profiles of graduates with examples
The main career opportunities provided by the Master’degree of this class include activities in which graduates of the class are able to design, through appropriate tools architecture and building engineering-architecture, urban planning and architectural restoration and having mastery of the instruments on the feasibility and cost of the construction designed, construction work, transformation and modification of the physical environment and the landscape, with knowledge of the aesthetic, distributive, functional, structural, technical, constructive, managerial, economic and environmental aspects, as well as critical attention to cultural changes and critical the needs expressed by contemporary society;
Graduates will be able to carry out, in addition to free-lance work, highly responsible roles, among others, in institutions and public and private institutions (authorities, agencies and public and private companies, professional firms and design companies), operating in the fields of construction and transformation of the city and the territory. To promote awareness of the labour market, external activities will be organized, such as apprenticeships and internships.
Access to further studies
The Course provides access to Research Doctorate and 2nd-level Vocational Masters.
Programme director or equivalent
Tabella riepilogativa regolamento
General (Regulations 2013)
| Year 1 | ||||
| ECTS code | Study-unit | Period | ECTS | Offered |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | history of architecture 1 | 1s-2s | 12 | Yes |
| 1977 | mathematical analysis 1 | 1s | 5 | Yes |
| 1979 | chemistry | 1s | 5 | Yes |
| 1980 | Architectural design | 1s | 12 | Yes |
| 1982 | geometry | 1s | 6 | Yes |
| 1978 | mathematical analysis 2 | 2s | 5 | Yes |
| 1981 | general physics | 2s | 8 | Yes |
| 1983 | Public works legislation - Urban law | 2s | 5 | Yes |
| Total Year | 58(*) | |||
| Year 2 | ||||
| ECTS code | Study-unit | Period | ECTS | Offered |
| 1987 | Technical architecture 1 | 1s | 12 | |
| 1989 | Rational and statistical mechanics | 1s | 10 | |
| 1990 | History of architecture 2 | 1s | 9 | |
| 1988 | ecnomics and real estate appraisal | 2s | 8 | |
| 1985 | Architecture and composition 1 | 2s | 13 | |
| 1991 | Techniques of representation | 2s | 5 | |
| 1992 | Urban planning | 2s | 12 | |
| Total Year | 69(*) | |||
| Year 3 | ||||
| ECTS code | Study-unit | Period | ECTS | Offered |
| 1993 | achitectural composition II | 1s-2s | 16 | |
| 1999 | mechanics of structures | 1s | 12 | |
| 1996 | Technical architecture 2 | 2s | 12 | |
| 1997 | buildings applied physics | 2s | 9 | |
| 1998 | urban hydraulics | 2s | 10 | |
| Total Year | 59(*) | |||
| Year 4 | ||||
| ECTS code | Study-unit | Period | ECTS | Offered |
| 2000 | Architecture and composition 3 | 1s | 12 | |
| 2002 | Site work organization | 1s | 9 | |
| 2006 | structural analysis and design | 1s | 12 | |
| 2003 | Urban planning | 2s | 12 | |
| 2001 | geotechnical engineering | 2s | 7 | |
| 2005 | architectural survey | 2s | 9 | |
| Total Year | 61(*) | |||
| Year 5 | ||||
| ECTS code | Study-unit | Period | ECTS | Offered |
| 2007 | Architectural restoration | 1s-2s | 12 | |
| - | Electives | 1s-2s | 21 | |
| 1178 | English | 1s-2s | 2 | |
| 1179 | Final examination | 1s-2s | 18 | |
| Total Year | 53(*) | |||
| Total | 300 | |||