Program Department and Chair
For inquiries or further information, please contact:
Email: arch@yu.edu.jo
Phone: +962 2 721 1111 ext. 2470
Dr. Baraa Alkhatatbeh
Chair, Architectural Engineering Department
Assistant Professor, Architectural Engineering
Baraa.Alkhatatbeh@yu.edu.jo
+962 2 721 1111 ext. 2470
About the Program
The Bachelor in Architectural Engineering degree program at the Hijjawi Faculty for Engineering Technology, Yarmouk University, was established in 2013. It is designed to develop students into creative and competent architects with a deep understanding of both the technical and artistic dimensions of the built environment.
The program combines architectural design, engineering principles, and environmental awareness to address the challenges of contemporary architecture. Students are equipped with knowledge in areas such as architectural theory, structural systems, building materials, construction methods, urban design, environmental control, and sustainable architecture. The curriculum emphasizes the integration of design thinking with scientific and technological foundations, preparing students to shape functional, aesthetic, and socially responsible spaces.
Practical learning is a cornerstone of the program, supported by hands-on studio work, modeling and computer-aided design (CAD) labs, and site visits. In their final year, students undertake a comprehensive graduation project that synthesizes their academic and practical experiences in a professional-level design proposal.
Continually updated to reflect local needs and international trends, the program cultivates the skills necessary for success in professional practice or advanced studies. Graduates are well-prepared for careers in architectural design, urban planning, construction management, and related fields within both public and private sectors.
Program Educational Objectives (PEOs)
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Study Plan
The Bachelor in Architectural Engineering degree program comprises 167 credit hours, offering a balanced integration of theoretical knowledge and practical design experience. Core and advanced courses cover architectural design, construction technology, structural systems, building science, sustainability, environmental control systems, and urban and regional planning.
Students gain hands-on experience through a sequence of architectural design studios, where they apply creative and technical skills to solve real-world design problems. Supporting laboratories—such as modeling labs, computer-aided design labs, and environmental control labs—reinforce classroom learning through applied work.
The program includes career development components that span the undergraduate years, helping students build design communication, presentation, and professional skills. A two-term graduation project and a two-month full-time field training in architectural firms or construction companies are required, providing students with direct exposure to the profession and practical experience in the field.
Students holding recognized certifications in design software or related architectural technologies may waive up to three elective courses. The curriculum also includes foreign language courses to enhance global engagement and expand opportunities in international architectural practice and education.
This well-structured and comprehensive study plan prepares students to become skilled architectural engineers capable of addressing the diverse and evolving challenges in the built environment.
Career Opportunities
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Architectural and Engineering Consultancy Firms
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Construction and Contracting Companies
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Government Agencies
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Heritage and Cultural Preservation Organizations
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Research and Development Institutions
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Higher Education and Academic Institutions
Industrial Advisory Board
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