University of Maryland: Terp Young Scholars | School of Architecture Recently Updated

Programs in University of Maryland’s School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation are inclusive of the design, social, cultural and environmental aspects of human settlements. Through Terp Young Scholars, students engage in learning about the possibilities offered by a career in architecture.

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ARCH150: Discovering Architecture - Campus

Dive into architectural design this summer with a hands-on introduction to the design process. This course offers an overview of key design fields like architectural practice, historic preservation, landscape architecture, and urban planning. Through a mix of lectures, media workshops, and in-studio project work, you'll experience life as a UMD architecture student while gaining valuable insights to guide your career decisions. You will learn essential design principles and representation techniques by developing your own ideas through studio projects. Over the course of three weeks, you will produce a collection of architectural drawings and physical models that showcase your ideas in a final design portfolio. The dynamic studio environment fosters growth, allowing you to collaborate with current architecture students and immerse yourself in the creative process. Experience new ways to see the world through architectural design thinking, offered by the School of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation.

ARCH150 Studio Fee: $140. Covers the following: T-square; adjustable triangle; pencil sharpener; metal straight edge; tracing paper for draft design layouts; architectural scale; Sobo® white glue; self-healing cutting mat; white eraser; X-acto® knife with blades; Pentel Sign®, or thin nib Sharpie® pens; sketchbook, plain paper; assorted pencils; cardboard sheets; and white cardboard sheets. This is an additional charge to all registered students.