{"id":597,"date":"2017-11-29T13:39:48","date_gmt":"2017-11-29T13:39:48","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.petersons.com\/blog\/uncategorized\/drawing-up-plans-for-a-degree-in-architecture-try-an-online-program\/"},"modified":"2023-12-06T05:21:21","modified_gmt":"2023-12-06T12:21:21","slug":"drawing-up-plans-for-a-degree-in-architecture-try-an-online-program","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.petersons.com\/blog\/drawing-up-plans-for-a-degree-in-architecture-try-an-online-program\/","title":{"rendered":"Drawing Up Plans for a Degree in Architecture? Try an Online Program"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>For many of us, the barrier to obtaining our educational goals is finding the time. How do we schedule classes and homework around full-time jobs and family? For many degrees, online programs offer a solution to our scheduling woes. Getting a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.petersons.com\/search\/online-schools?studenttype=GR+UG&amp;q=Architecture+And+Related+Services\">Bachelors or Masters<\/a> in Architecture can help accomplish your future career goals, but is an online degree feasible in this discipline?<\/p>\n<p>It turns out that, yes it is. There are several online architectural degrees with many different focuses. Many of us picture an architect as someone who draws up blueprints and develops the structural design of a building. Yet architecture encompasses much more than this. A degree in this field can be general, such as becoming a license architect or focus on more specific disciplines.<\/p>\n<p>Degrees and certifications programs with an architectural focus can lead to many careers. There are Architects that focus on degree on green design, where they create structures out of environmentally friendly materials, or design buildings to be extremely energy efficient. Others can be experts on seismic design and design structures capable of withstanding major seismic events. City Planners are often licensed architects and interior designers often have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.petersons.com\/search\/online-schools?studenttype=GR+UG&amp;q=Architecture+And+Related+Services\">architectural certifications<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Online programs, just like their brick-and-mortar counterparts, offer everything from certifications to Masters Degrees in several different disciplines. The key to success is to choose the right school, regardless of whether you are taking online or traditional classes. Remember that your education is an investment, so take your time when choosing a school. You want to invest your time and money in a program that will best fit your needs and give you more bang for your buck.<\/p>\n<p>Choose a school that has high quality math, science, and computer courses. Physics and advanced mathematics, as well as knowledge of computer aided drafting programs will be essential for your success. Accreditation is important, especially if you are considering becoming a licensed architect. The <a href=\"http:\/\/www.naab.org\/home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">National Architectural Accrediting Board<\/a> (NAAB) reviews degree programs and determines if the school&#8217;s curriculum meets its standards. Do your research, take your time, and choose the best school for you.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.petersons.com\/search\/online-schools?studenttype=GR+UG&amp;q=Architecture+And+Related+Services\">Become an Architect by Obtaining Your Degree Online<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.petersons.com\/online-schools.aspx\">Peterson&#8217;s Online Schools<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>For many of us, the barrier to obtaining our educational goals is finding the time. 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