According to reality, many times we opted for the same professions, which had been adopted by our parents. We try to adopt the career that is in demand and offers opportunities in terms of job prospects. We try to focus on the influential fields, which our friends have studied or opted for so far, and this leads to the growth of narrow, misleading and misguided thinking. Doctor, Public Accountant, Computer Engineer, Businessman, etc. They are certainly reputable careers in recent decades, but the growth and demand for new dimensional careers are much more superior, ethical, and assert themselves around the world for providing better opportunities in decades to come. Have we ever looked to the multidimensional professional field like liberal art in the modern era, which will be more in demand in the future?
Liberal art means open mind, free thinking, creativity, etc. Teaching, law, art, music, photography, architecture, theater, social work, philosophy, media studies, sociology, and many more are part of liberal art.
First world countries are focusing on liberal art since many decades, but in our country, people are opting for the same fashionable careers, even though they know that the growth of the old careers has shrunk in size.
We have never focused on preserving our history, culture and showing our creativity, by opting for Liberal Art subjects in our undergraduate and master studies, because in the last decades,
Bachelor of Arts, no doubt, was the horrible choice for both Pakistani man and woman in the past, due to narrow-mindedness and lack of opportunities; but now the new generation must search for this new innovative and liberal field of art.
Liberal Art has a 360º dimensional shape to seek unlimited future career opportunities ahead.
In this article, I would like to focus on one of the fields of Liberal Art, which is Architecture.
It is truly said
“Architecture is based on science but its heart is in the arts”
Because their designs must respond to social, cultural and environmental issues, using the rich potential of science and technology to achieve quality in the design of spaces, shapes and details.
Architecture is known as “The professional creative problem solver in this modern age”. You will learn to work with others to imagine and design buildings, from the smallest to the tallest; You will solve problems, draw pictures, build models, and refine them to your grade level of study.
An architect could also learn to design, build, draft, research, and site plan.
If you like to build models; Draw plans of your construction ideas; Research and writing papers; learn math; learn about the conservation and restoration of old buildings; Study architectural styles and history; Think about how buildings affect people and society, then you will have a bright future in this field of creativity.
If you are absolutely captivated by the buildings; If you like to be creative; if you can handle (handle learning from) public criticism; if you are motivated and well organized; If you like to face new challenges, then you should consider the Architecture career.
The following skills and knowledge are required to become a successful architect
He/she must have a strong background in physics and mathematics.
Must be a good designer.
He/She must be creative.
He/she must have problem-solving and analytical skills.
· Must have aesthetic sensibility and a demanding imagination.
· Must be a keen observer of the public requirements of buildings and the designed environment as a whole.
Must have knowledge of the properties and uses of materials, manufacturing processes, building structure, and the sequence of construction operations.
He/she must possess leadership skills.
You must like to work in a team.
He/She must have a clear vision.
· Must appreciate critical opinions.
He/she must possess communication and presentation skills.
He/She must be confident.
Qualification Requirement:
Ideal candidates in architecture should have a standard level 12 especially (Pre-Engineering), or ‘A’ levels with the following subjects:
English: Essential for communicating ideas and thought processes clearly.
MATHEMATICS: An essential requirement since mathematical techniques may be necessary to handle complex statistical data.
PHYSICAL: Essential since it allows a clearer understanding of the physical environment, within which the architect designs.
COMPUTER STUDIES: It is good that you have computer studies as an elective or basic computer training. You will spend most of your study time doing hands-on activities in the design studio, such as drafting, modeling, and computer-aided design (CAD).
DURATION
It takes around 6-7 years of intensive training to complete your undergraduate and postgraduate degree in architecture in most institutions in Pakistan and around the world.
5 years Bachelor.
1 year of Master
1-2 years of PhD
Uet (Lahore) and international universities also offer a 3-year Diploma in Architecture.
Where can I get my title from?
There are 5 institutes, which are registered with PCTATP (Pakistan Council of Architects and Town Planners)
1. Karachi University.
2. Indus Valley School of Arts.
3. Dawood Karachi College of Engineering.
4. National College of Arts, Lahore.
5. University of Engineering and Technology, Lahore.
In the same way, you can search for any international institution, if you live in a country other than Pakistan.
What is the job outlook?
You can become an architectural engineer, urban planner, regional and community planner, industrial designer, landscape designer, studio artist, building creator, interior designer, and many more.
You can find employment in a private architectural practice, in the public sector, in project management, interior design, within a construction company, etc.
I hope everyone has gained something from this educational article.
Recognition:
Thanks to my student Salman Noorallah for writing my handwritten article on the computer.
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