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At the WCFA, we see our students as agents of change & future shapers. To invent tomorrow; that is its finest function.

Recognized by the Council of Architecture (CoA), New Delhi, and affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belgaum, Karnataka State.

University of the Fraser Valley

University

Abbotsford, Canada

Launch a career in architectural drafting.

No specific program-level accreditation for the Architectural Drafting Technician Certificate was found. The University of the Fraser Valley is a fully accredited public university.

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Norwich University of the Arts

University

Norwich, United Kingdom

Norwich University of the Arts is a dynamic and creative university offering a range of courses in art, architecture, design, fashion, communication, media and

The MArch Architecture course is accredited by the Architects' Registration Board (ARB). The BA (Hons) Architecture is an ARB Part 1 recognised course, serving as the first step towards professional registration as an architect in the UK.

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Public Space Academy

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Bologna, Italy

The first educational programme entirely dedicated to public space, a transformative learning experience aimed at establishing a new approach to urban complexit

City Space Architecture is a non-profit cultural association registered in the Italian Revenue Agency and recognized as a research organization listed in the Research Organisation Registry (ROR). The Public Space Academy does not offer accredited degree programs in a traditional university sense.

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Bard Graduate Center

University

New York, United States

Bard Graduate Center is an advanced graduate research institute in New York City dedicated to the cultural histories of the material world.

Bard Graduate Center is an accredited unit of Bard College. Bard College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The MA and PhD degrees in decorative arts, design history, and material culture offered by Bard are registered by the New York State Education Department.

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Harvey Mudd College

College

Claremont, United States

STEM for a Better World.

Harvey Mudd College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), with its accreditation reaffirmed for a 10-year period in March 2022. The Department of Engineering holds accreditation from the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET. No specific architecture program accreditation was found.

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University of Aberdeen

University

Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Initium Sapientiae Timor Domini (The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom).

Not applicable, as the University of Aberdeen does not offer professionally accredited architecture degree programs. Professional accreditation (RIBA, ARB) for architecture courses in Aberdeen pertains to Robert Gordon University.

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University of Nigeria (UNEC)

University

Enugu, Nigeria

Fostering architectural education responsive to our environment and the needs of the people, producing competent, skilled, and versatile architects for Nigeria

The architecture program at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (which includes Enugu Campus) received FULL accreditation status based on a National Universities Commission (NUC) visitation dated 14th-16th December 2021. The program scored 90.4% overall, with high scores in academic matters (91.8%), staffing (100%), physical facilities (74.0%), and library (94.4%).

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The London School of Architecture

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London, United Kingdom

A network of students and practice, we educate future leaders to design innovations that contribute to the flourishing of humanity and the planet.

Professionally recognized at Part 2 level by the Architects Registration Board (ARB) and the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA). Registered with the Office for Students (OfS).

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École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne

University

Lausanne, Switzerland

Merging knowledge and action to initiate positive transformations for our societies through architecture.

EPFL holds institutional accreditation from the Swiss Accreditation Council, valid until June 2029. Its Master's programs are accredited by the French Commission des titres d'ingénieur (CTI) and have obtained the EUR-ACE label, with a follow-up scheduled for December 2025. In Switzerland, program-specific accreditation is no longer mandatory since 2015, with programs covered by institutional accreditation. The professional designation 'Architecte, arch. dipl. EPF' is recognized with SIA (Swiss Society of Engineers and Architects) accreditation.

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Academic Magnet High School

University

North Charleston, United States

Eruditio et Honor (Scholarship and Honor). The school's mission is to challenge students, parents, and teachers with a rigorous curriculum, preparing students f

Academic Magnet High School is part of the Charleston County School District (CCSD), which holds Cognia Accreditation. South Carolina high schools are accredited under regulations of the State Board of Education or appropriate regional accrediting agencies.

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Western Sydney University

University

Sydney, Australia

Capitalising on the change and growth in Western Sydney, the architecture program offers innovative Bachelor and Master degrees. It prepares architects for glob

The Master of Architecture (Urban Transformation) is a professionally accredited course, recognized by the NSW Architects Registration Board and listed by the Architects Accreditation Council of Australia (AACA). The Bachelor of Architectural Design is a key step towards professional accreditation, with graduates eligible for registration as an architect in Australia after completing the Master's degree, relevant practical experience, and the Architectural Practice Examination.

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Lehman College of The City University of New York

University

The Bronx, United States

Lehman College: An urban public institution and economic and cultural catalyst in the Bronx, providing a transformative educational experience while advancing e

Lehman College is institutionally accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE). All degree programs are registered by the New York State Education Department. While some specific programs (e.g., Nursing, Social Work) hold additional professional accreditations, there is no specific accreditation for an architecture program, as none is offered.

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Paris School of Architecture

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Paris, France

The Paris School of Architecture is an experimental and innovative new architecture school with an international focus based in central Paris. It is the only en

Official accreditation for professional registration specifically for the Paris School of Architecture could not be independently verified from reliable sources. Former students have made allegations that individuals listed as qualified architects on the PSA website were, in fact, former PSA students with no professional accreditation.

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Aga Khan University

University

Karachi, Pakistan

Weaving culture with innovation: enduring spaces, enriching lives, globally.

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London Metropolitan University

University

London, United Kingdom

Internationally recognised for high quality teaching, excellent facilities and unique opportunities.

The Architecture BA (Hons) is validated by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) at Part 1 and prescribed by the Architects Registration Board (ARB) at Part 1 level (Note: ARB prescription of Part 1 qualifications is intended to end on December 31, 2027). The Architecture RIBA 2 - MArch is fully accredited by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) and Architects Registration Board (ARB) at Part 2 level.

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University of Cambridge

University

Cambridge, United Kingdom

Dedicated to advancing architectural education, research, and professional practice through an integrated approach combining creative design, historical context

The University of Cambridge's architecture courses are accredited by the Architects Registration Board (ARB) and the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA). The BA in Architecture (Part 1) and the Postgraduate Certificate in Professional Practice in Architecture (Part 3) hold ARB/RIBA validation. The MSt in Architecture (ARB/RIBA Part 2) is designed to meet ARB academic outcomes. The prescription expiry date for the Bachelor of Arts with Honours Architecture (Part 1) is 31 December 2027.

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The University of Sheffield

University

Sheffield, United Kingdom

A leading UK school of architecture and landscape architecture, committed to developing the next generation of practitioners with a positive and lasting impact

RIBA-recognised, with full RIBA accreditation, and the BA program grants exemption from RIBA Part 1.

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Centre for Research Architecture

University

London, United Kingdom

Using spatial practices to investigate politics, media, ecology, and human rights.

The MA Research Architecture program is listed as 'Not applicable' for external accreditation. It is an internal program of Goldsmiths, University of London.

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Strelka Institute for Media, Architecture and Design

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Moskva, Russia

Educate professionals as a means of developing society.

The Strelka Institute operated as a non-profit international educational project and a tuition-free foundation, independent of state and free market pressures. It is not explicitly stated to have traditional university accreditation.

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Global Design at New York University

University

London, United Kingdom

INNOVATIVE ARCHITECTURE + URBAN DESIGN + LANDSCAPE + ECOLOGY

New York University is an accredited institution and a member of the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE), with accreditation reaffirmed on June 27, 2024. The relocation of NYU London to 265 Strand, London WC2R 1BH, was included within NYU's scope of accreditation.

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Bauhaus-Universität Weimar

University

Weimar, Germany

The term »Bauhaus« stands for an eagerness to experiment, openness, creativity and internationality.

Bauhaus-Universität Weimar is accredited by the German Council of Science and Humanities (Wissenschaftsrat). All Bachelor and Master degree programs are program-accredited, with the exception of the diploma course in Fine Art and the Teaching Qualification in Art Education, which conclude with a state exam. The accreditation process involves a comprehensive evaluation every eight years, ensuring high standards of academic excellence.

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Maryland Institute College of Art

College

Baltimore, United States

The Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) is a college on the cutting edge, built on nearly 200 years of tradition, where personal is powerful and creativity

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Santa Monica College

College

Santa Monica, United States

Start with a strong foundation to design a better built environment.

Santa Monica College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC), which is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and the U.S. Department of Education. This accreditation was reaffirmed for seven years at a meeting held January 10-11, 2024.

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