Bachelor of Architecture [B.Arch] From University of Waterloo

Waterloo, OntarioLocation
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Estd1957established year
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Partner [4 Courses]
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Bachelor of Architecture [B.Arch]

4 years
Full Time
Co Op & On Campus

Field of Study

₹39.9 L/Yr

CA$65,000 /Yr
  • The Bachelor of Architecture is a 4-year degree program at the University of Waterloo(UWaterloo).
  • The program in Architecture at the University of Waterloo received accreditation for a 6-year term by the Canadian Architectural Certification Board (CACB) in 2017.
  • Architects are largely responsible for designing the buildings and spaces that enhance the quality and beauty of this world.
  • Recognized as one of the best in North America, Waterloo's School of Architecture provides the student with creative, international education.
  • The Bachelor of Architecture curriculum covers six key areas which are Design, History, Theory, Building Technology, Media and Methods, Professional Practice.
  • The School of Architecture at Waterloo is a leader in design education and research.
  • It offers a fully cooperative professional program and has been rated the greenest architecture curriculum in Canada.
  • It is also the only Canadian school of architecture to have a permanent international facility.
  • The student to faculty ratio in this program is 23:1 which makes it easy for students to interact with faculty.
  • The female to male ratio in this program is 47:53 which shows equality. 
  • The careers to follow after graduation are:
    • Art Director.
    • Technical Illustrator.
    • Architectural Historian/Journalist.
    • Building Contractor…, etc.
  • The average salary of the graduate after getting placed is 80,202 USD.

Important Dates

Closed for application.


Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees₹3991000 (CAD 65000)

Other Expenses

HeadAvg Cost Per Year
Housing₹442080
Food₹130045
Total Cost₹831540
Books and supply₹259415

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility:

  • The students must have completed six Grade 12 U and/or M courses including
    • Advanced Functions
    • Calculus and Vectors
    • Chemistry
    • Physics
    • English (ENG4U)
  • A minimum final grade of 70% is required in all the above subjects mentioned during admission.

Indian Student Eligibility:

  • First or Second Division standing in one of the following:
    • All India Senior School Certificate awarded by CBSE.
    • Indian School Certificate awarded by CISCE.
    • other pre-university certificate awarded after 12 years of academic studies.
  • Standard XII Mathematics, Standard XII Physics, Standard XII Chemistry, Standard XII English, and one other Standard XII course, a minimum final grade of 70% in each.
  • Overall 85% in the above 5 required courses.

Scores Required

90 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

63 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE


Required Document List

Followings are the required documents to be submitted while entering this(chemical engineering) program:

  • Official Transcripts: Students need to submit their copy of their original transcripts. Official transcripts are printed on security paper with the University of Waterloo seal and signature of the Registrar.
  • Statement of Interest: Statement of interest is one of the few ways to describe that faculty have to understand the student's motivation, the seriousness of purpose, and their level of commitment to the discipline.
  • Reference Letter:  Students will choose letter writers that will be able to comment on their academic record as well as other experiences or relevant skill sets. 
  • CV/Resume:  Students should probably provide a resume, a copy of their transcripts, as well as a copy of their statement of interest, and other relevant application material.
  • English Language Requirement Scores like TOEFLIELTS,..etc.

Ranking

20232022201920182017

Times Higher Education logo
Architecture 201 out of 1502 in Global Ranking

Career and Placement after Course

The careers to follow after graduation are:

  • Art Director.
  • Technical Illustrator.
  • Architectural Historian/Journalist.
  • Building Contractor.
  • Interior Designer.
  • Architectural Engineer.
  • Building Researcher.
  • Landscape Architect.

The average salary of the graduate after getting placed is 80,202 USD.

Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids

NameScholarship Per StudentLevel of StudyType
Sandford Fleming Foundation Award for Academic ExcellenceScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyBachelorTypeCollege-Specific
Brian Le Lievre ScholarshipScholarship per student₹ 1.1 L/Yr$1,779Level Of StudyBachelorTypeCollege-Specific
Waterloo International Student Entrance ScholarshipScholarship per student₹ 4.6 L/Yr$7,496Level Of StudyBachelorTypeCollege-Specific
A.B. McKie Memorial ScholarshipScholarship per student₹ 43,717/Yr$712Level Of StudyBachelorTypeCollege-Specific
Accenture Award-University of WaterlooScholarship per student₹ 1.2 L/Yr$2,000Level Of StudyBachelorTypeCollege-Specific
Cecil and Edna Cotton ScholarshipScholarship per student₹ 66,373/Yr$1,081Level Of StudyBachelorTypeCollege-Specific


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40 Reviews Found

SJ
7.3 /10

it has an esteemed reputation in the sciences and associated disciplines. Computer science, math, engineering are all very strong and enjoy excellent reputations; for example, Waterloo graduates in computer science and engineering in California's silicon valley.The School of Architecture at the University of Waterloo is a leader in design education and research. All students gain valuable paid co-op work experience and the program has been rated the greenest architecture curriculum in Canada.

academic: 8/10
faculty: 9/10
infrastructure: 10/10
accomodation: 8/10
placement: 9/10

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