

Bachelor Duales Studium Architektur*
*Translated: Architecture. Only available in German.
After graduating you will be an artist, technician and visionary at the same time. Does that sound like you? Then start your dual degree in architecture: With the dual study programme at IU.
Your dual study programme Architektur (B.A.)
Accreditation of the dual Bachelor's degree programme in Architecture at IU International University (IU) from October 2024 has been closely coordinated with the Federal Chamber of Architects. It is therefore eligible for admission to the Chamber and can be the first step in your career as an architect. The programme provides you with the following knowledge:
Conceptual design and representation / design theory
Particularly practice-oriented basic training
Promotion of spatial thinking skills and a feeling for aesthetics
Skills to coordinate and supervise building projects
Overview of the professional challenges in architecture
Theoretical foundations and social and cultural aspects in architecture
Specialisation areas in sustainable building and design
Your study model: Dual study programme
You complete your degree programme with courses on campus. You will learn in small groups, can actively participate and ask questions. You will apply what you have learnt in projects and at work with your practice partner.
Our 180 ECTS degree programme is not sufficient to obtain the professional title of "architect". You can find out more about the requirements below under "The path to becoming an architect".
Your benefits
Interlocking theory and practice
Teaching at the highest level
No Numerus Clausus
FACT CHECK: YOUR DUAL STUDY PROGRAM IN ARCHITECTURE
Study Model and Duration
Theory: Classes on campus
Practice: 24 hours/week with a practice partner of your choice
Your degree programme takes 8 semesters and has 180 Credit Points.
STUDY LOCATIONS
Berlin, Hamburg, München, Stuttgart
START OF STUDIES
You can apply up to 1 month before the start of your studies.
Start date:
October 1
Specialisations
Architecture of the city (with modules such as "Post-growth city" and "Permanence and urban artefacts")
Building Construction (with modules such as "Tectonics in Timber Construction" and "Sustainable Building")
Representation and Design (with modules such as "Digital Design Tools" and "Experimental Design")
DEGREE, ACCREDITATION AND RECOGNITION
Degree: B.A.
System Accredited. IU is state-recognized and system-accredited by FIBAA. All degree programs are individually accredited and thus bear the seal of the Accreditation Council.
[[Berlin, Hamburg, München, Stuttgart Subject to governmental approval: Berlin, Hamburg, München, Stuttgart]
What awaits you in the dual study programme Architektur
The goal of the eight-semester dual bachelor's degree program in architecture is to impart valuable and practical knowledge and skills in the areas of:
General basics as well as design and project work (esp. residential construction, public buildings, industrial construction, urban development).
Representation and design (basics, model construction, computer-aided design)
Cost and time planning, building law as well as construction and technology (timber construction and sustainable building)
Urban and landscape planning
Possible compulsory elective areas such as "Architecture of the City", "Building Construction" or "Representation and Design" to deepen knowledge
Dein Wahlpflichtbereich - Dein Ding
Dein duales Studium Architektur bietet Dir viele Perspektiven. Im 7. Semester hast Du die Möglichkeit, einen Wahlpflichtbereich zu wählen, in dem Du Dein Wissen vertiefen kannst:
Architektur der Stadt
Baukonstruktion
Darstellen und Gestalten
Der Weg zum:zur Architekt:in
Der Bachelor-Studiengang Architektur ab Oktober 2024 ist kammerfähig, reicht allerdings nicht aus, um sich direkt danach Architekt:in nennen zu dürfen.

Damit Du die Berufsbezeichnung "Architekt:in" in Deutschland tragen kannst, musst Du in die Liste einer Architektenkammer eingetragen sein. Dafür benötigst Du folgende Voraussetzungen:
Ein Architektur Bachelor-Studium
Ein Architektur Master-Studium
Mindestens zwei Jahre praktische Berufserfahrung
Ggfls. Fortbildungen
Du suchst weitere Infos zur Eintragung in die Architektenkammer?
Hier mehr erfahrenDu hast noch Fragen zum Dualen Studium? Lerne uns kennen!
Das bietet Dir Dein duales Studium Architektur
Im Video erfährst du, wie das duale Studium bei uns abläuft. An der IU profitierst Du von klaren Vorteilen:
Du lernst in kleinen Lerngruppen und wirst individuell betreut.
An allen Studienorten genießt Du eine persönliche Atmosphäre.
Die Theorie eignest Du Dir in praxisnahen Lehrformaten an.
Deine Dozierenden kommen aus der Praxis.
Am Ende Deines Studiums hast Du einen staatlich anerkannten Bachelor und jede Menge Berufserfahrung.
Dual study programme Architektur: Your career prospects
After your dual degree programme in Architektur, exciting career opportunities await you. You can work in the industry - for example, as an employee in an architectural firm or the public sector.

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Highest quality teaching
Personal support
Do you still have questions?
Our free student advisory service has all the answers for you! We take the time to advise you individually and without obligation.
Admission requirements
You can be admitted to the dual study programme at IU if you complete the initial consultation with your student advisor and meet one of the following requirements:
Next Step: Your application, very simple in 5 steps

1. Apply online
Fill out our online application quickly and easily
Submit your application
Create password for IU application portal
Confirm e-mail address

2. go through application portal
Arrange an initial consultation with the student advisory
Complete your application
Have your CV generated automatically

3. Find your practice partner
Regular exchange with your personal study advisor
Find open positions at our practice partners in the IU application portal and register your interest
IU training to prepare for applications to companies

4. Sign contracts
We sign the contracts with your chosen company together
Your enrolment: We will take over as soon as all documents are available

5. Start your studies
The first step towards your career: Your future at IU International University (IU) starts now
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Frequently asked questions about the bachelor Architektur
We have compiled the most important questions and answers for you here. If you still have questions, our student counselling office will be happy to help you.
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