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I have a bachelors of science in Architecture, I was planning on getting my master in urban design.Will that be a smart choice?
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Linaea’s Answer
Depends on what you want to do for your profession! But I will always recommend for someone to earn a degree of architecture from an NAAB accredited program so that you can earn your architecture license regardless of what state you move to, and regardless of what scale of design you want to practice (from Tiny Homes to Urban Design) Licensed Architects (Registered Architects) can be excellent Urban Designers, but it doesn't work the other way around. You can't be an Architect with only a degree in Urban Design (even a Master's). That being said, if you don't want to be an architect no sense in going to architecture school. But if you want to earn the degree you get the most street credit and/or opportunity with, I'd recommend the Masters in Architecture over a Master's in Urban Design.
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Christopher’s Answer
It depends on your long term goals. If your goal is to become a licensed architect then you want an accredited Architecture degree. Most accredited Architecture degrees are master's degrees. So, if you can get an accredited bachelor's degree, then a master's in urban design is fine, but probably won't help you as an architect.
The master's in Urban Planning will help you if you want to go into public works - particularly large scale urban projects. These positions tend to be in larger firms that work on large scale project. My advice would be to find firms doing the work you want to do, then see what the requirements are for those positions.
The master's in Urban Planning will help you if you want to go into public works - particularly large scale urban projects. These positions tend to be in larger firms that work on large scale project. My advice would be to find firms doing the work you want to do, then see what the requirements are for those positions.
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Donte’s Answer
Studies show that the higher your educational background, the higher your chances of landing a job in your educational field. Below I’m going to list a few steps to help you decide whether you should pursue the additional degree:
1. Research the specific job in which you desire.
2. Look into that jobs educational/experience requirements.
3. If educational requirements are met- Look into jobs in the area. (indeed, Glassdoor, Linkedin)
4. If educational requirements not met- Look into further education. (Guidance Counsler, Career Coach)
Donte recommends the following next steps: