This is my first post here. I have read many threads here as to what to do after architecture. But i still need more advice from you guys. So, what else can I do with my bachelors degree in architecture other than to become an architect.
I am a licensed architect from India, and am currently working as a junior architect. I also do freelance interior and graphic designing. I would like to be more involved in the construction process and go towards engineering (structural especially). Right now, all I can come up with is getting masters in architectural engineering (with emphasis on structural) or get one in construction management. Another degree that interested me is engineering management.
Ideally I would like to do structural engineering, but not many universities offer that masters to non engineering undergrads, so I thought architectural engineering sounded similar. Are they similar? What are the career prospects like, for an architectural engineer, a structural engineer, or a construction manager (it is my plan B)? Or should I just scrap all of this, do M.Arch, get my license and put up my own firm?
Ultimately I would like to put up my own construction company/work up towards a management role in a company. I want to do more than design buildings, I want to create and construct innovative structure. (Hence the choice of architecture in the first place – also Santiago Calatrava’s bridges inspired me.)
So I am hoping some of would share your thoughts on my predicament. Anyone here who did the jump?
Thanks in advance!
geezertect
Apr 20, 15 7:26 am
If you want to do your own designs, go in the direction of engineering. If you want to build somebody else's designs, go in the direction of construction management.
shellarchitect
Apr 20, 15 10:49 am
not sure you need another degree - get a job with a CM firm and move your way up if you want to build stuff. if you want to design work for a design firm. Only you can answer the main question of "what are my interests and goals."
of coarse working for a CM will help with arch. and vis versa.
personally I'd work while times are good and go back to school with you have a better idea of what you want and when/if there is another economic downturn.
JeromeS
Apr 21, 15 8:49 pm
Go to work for the State- as long as we are all tax donkeys, you'll keep getting paid for doing nearly nothing
Hi everyone,
This is my first post here. I have read many threads here as to what to do after architecture. But i still need more advice from you guys. So, what else can I do with my bachelors degree in architecture other than to become an architect.
I am a licensed architect from India, and am currently working as a junior architect. I also do freelance interior and graphic designing. I would like to be more involved in the construction process and go towards engineering (structural especially). Right now, all I can come up with is getting masters in architectural engineering (with emphasis on structural) or get one in construction management. Another degree that interested me is engineering management.
Ideally I would like to do structural engineering, but not many universities offer that masters to non engineering undergrads, so I thought architectural engineering sounded similar. Are they similar? What are the career prospects like, for an architectural engineer, a structural engineer, or a construction manager (it is my plan B)? Or should I just scrap all of this, do M.Arch, get my license and put up my own firm?
Ultimately I would like to put up my own construction company/work up towards a management role in a company. I want to do more than design buildings, I want to create and construct innovative structure. (Hence the choice of architecture in the first place – also Santiago Calatrava’s bridges inspired me.)
So I am hoping some of would share your thoughts on my predicament. Anyone here who did the jump?
Thanks in advance!
If you want to do your own designs, go in the direction of engineering. If you want to build somebody else's designs, go in the direction of construction management.
not sure you need another degree - get a job with a CM firm and move your way up if you want to build stuff. if you want to design work for a design firm. Only you can answer the main question of "what are my interests and goals."
of coarse working for a CM will help with arch. and vis versa.
personally I'd work while times are good and go back to school with you have a better idea of what you want and when/if there is another economic downturn.
Go to work for the State- as long as we are all tax donkeys, you'll keep getting paid for doing nearly nothing