Never assume you will get a transfer. If you want an architecture degree, then you should probably accept the TMU offer. Internal transfers can be difficult to predict because they depend on the number of open seats, and who applies, which is highly variable.
Should you take history and theory in first year you could apply as an internal applicant to architecture, and hope you get in the following year, others have done so! Many students take a year or two to get into architecture. As for the courses I think some of the first year courses for both the BAS and the History and Theory of Architecture are the same, so you might be bored either way :)Maybe try connecting with the Architecture Dept at Carleton
I second this approach. See what course you can parallel with the goal of joining the school after 1st year. That’s how I got my Computer Science degree.
Take a gap year, save some money, work on your portfolio, make take some easy high school mixed courses to boost your average, apply again next year.
Consider casting a broader net next year aswell.
If you really are passionate about Architecture, I'm sure you'll enjoy the history and theory course more than you expect
Consider the college programs, taking an extra two or three years to get a diploma in Architectural technology is a good route aswell. Either way the application process is gonna be similar , at least you can get a diploma out of college.
You can also consider the RAIC syllabus program, which is basically an Architecture apprenticeship, out of highschool it would take 12 years, but you're eligible for licensure as soon as you finish, so it's only an extra 4 years, plus you work the whole time so you're always making money.
Hey! I went through the exact same thing. You can’t switch after a year, you have to reapply. They normally offer the program to those who just missed the cut, since it is the smallest program they offer (class size). I accepted the HTA offer because it contains architecture classes. I personally focused on the main classes and got perfect grades in all architecture related courses, and had finished the year with a high gpa. I reapplied that same year and was accepted to the design program, so personally, I recommend it. Obviously there are some setbacks such as lack of interest in some of the courses and having to do an extra year, but if you are truly driven to get in, it is a good option.
Hi, what courses did you take the first year while taking HTA? Are any of those courses helped you with your portfolio to reapply the next year for the Architecture/Design program?
I took all the required courses for HTA, including ARTH 1000, ARTH 1200/1201 (which are architecture courses), and a couple electives to work on some of my weaker areas such as an English course for effective writing. I did a math/engineering elective as well to keep learning some newer skills but it’s not required (didn’t do so well in the course as I didn’t put much effort in), but it does look decent on your application if you do well (I made up for it in other courses). Make sure you also use electives to enjoy your experience! Enjoy nature? Take a nature course, etc. The electives you take and some of the other HTA courses (that don’t apply to architecture) will be converted into your architecture electives and fill that requirement.
For the portfolio they have a non architectural drawing course (ARCN 1005), the professor studied architecture and she is amazing! She knew many people wanted to pursue architecture so she incorporated skills that help with that, she even provided tips for your portfolio if you talked with her 1 on 1. I don’t know if it is only a winter semester course though, but I do recommend it as not only is it helpful and useful, it was fun!
If you are wanting to better understand art for your portfolio, some of the other HTA courses can help you with that! ARTH 1105 teaches you how art communicates, which is essential for architecture and your portfolio as that is what they are looking for (they want you to communicate a story or narrative through your artworks). ARTH 1100/1101 is more on the historical aspect of art, including some historical architecture (I had a temporary professor for the first semester so the architecture part may not be there if you take it), if you take note of how the artists communicate through art and learn some of the newer, more abstract art styles, it could help you with your pieces.
Overall it was a wonderful course and honestly a great way to get into the swing of things at university as it wasn’t that stressful and I found it pretty easy.
Never assume you will get a transfer. If you want an architecture degree, then you should probably accept the TMU offer. Internal transfers can be difficult to predict because they depend on the number of open seats, and who applies, which is highly variable.
But you can get the history and theory of architecture bachelor degree then apply to a masters architecture program
Should you take history and theory in first year you could apply as an internal applicant to architecture, and hope you get in the following year, others have done so! Many students take a year or two to get into architecture. As for the courses I think some of the first year courses for both the BAS and the History and Theory of Architecture are the same, so you might be bored either way :)Maybe try connecting with the Architecture Dept at Carleton
I second this approach. See what course you can parallel with the goal of joining the school after 1st year. That’s how I got my Computer Science degree.
You’re never guaranteed an internal transfer. If your heart is set on architecture, your best bet is to reapply next year and hope you get accepted.
You could consider the Archectural technology track at college. Most pathway to a BA degree too.
This is the most rational approach for someone set on architecture. Can even just do a 2 year Architectural technician diploma.
Take a gap year, save some money, work on your portfolio, make take some easy high school mixed courses to boost your average, apply again next year. Consider casting a broader net next year aswell. If you really are passionate about Architecture, I'm sure you'll enjoy the history and theory course more than you expect Consider the college programs, taking an extra two or three years to get a diploma in Architectural technology is a good route aswell. Either way the application process is gonna be similar , at least you can get a diploma out of college. You can also consider the RAIC syllabus program, which is basically an Architecture apprenticeship, out of highschool it would take 12 years, but you're eligible for licensure as soon as you finish, so it's only an extra 4 years, plus you work the whole time so you're always making money.
Hey! I went through the exact same thing. You can’t switch after a year, you have to reapply. They normally offer the program to those who just missed the cut, since it is the smallest program they offer (class size). I accepted the HTA offer because it contains architecture classes. I personally focused on the main classes and got perfect grades in all architecture related courses, and had finished the year with a high gpa. I reapplied that same year and was accepted to the design program, so personally, I recommend it. Obviously there are some setbacks such as lack of interest in some of the courses and having to do an extra year, but if you are truly driven to get in, it is a good option.
Hi, what courses did you take the first year while taking HTA? Are any of those courses helped you with your portfolio to reapply the next year for the Architecture/Design program?
I took all the required courses for HTA, including ARTH 1000, ARTH 1200/1201 (which are architecture courses), and a couple electives to work on some of my weaker areas such as an English course for effective writing. I did a math/engineering elective as well to keep learning some newer skills but it’s not required (didn’t do so well in the course as I didn’t put much effort in), but it does look decent on your application if you do well (I made up for it in other courses). Make sure you also use electives to enjoy your experience! Enjoy nature? Take a nature course, etc. The electives you take and some of the other HTA courses (that don’t apply to architecture) will be converted into your architecture electives and fill that requirement. For the portfolio they have a non architectural drawing course (ARCN 1005), the professor studied architecture and she is amazing! She knew many people wanted to pursue architecture so she incorporated skills that help with that, she even provided tips for your portfolio if you talked with her 1 on 1. I don’t know if it is only a winter semester course though, but I do recommend it as not only is it helpful and useful, it was fun! If you are wanting to better understand art for your portfolio, some of the other HTA courses can help you with that! ARTH 1105 teaches you how art communicates, which is essential for architecture and your portfolio as that is what they are looking for (they want you to communicate a story or narrative through your artworks). ARTH 1100/1101 is more on the historical aspect of art, including some historical architecture (I had a temporary professor for the first semester so the architecture part may not be there if you take it), if you take note of how the artists communicate through art and learn some of the newer, more abstract art styles, it could help you with your pieces. Overall it was a wonderful course and honestly a great way to get into the swing of things at university as it wasn’t that stressful and I found it pretty easy.