The Department of Architecture at NSU turns out creative professionals equipped to realize imagined spaces on the socio-economic and cultural landscape of Bangladesh sensitively, responsibly and with a critical reference to global phenomena. What sets the school apart is its dedication to the fundamentals of the creative process and its grounding in the socio-cultural milieu that gives depth and meaning to the discipline of architecture.
Whilst providing access to materials, advanced technology, a dedicated architectural library and workshop and the most highly qualified faculty to guide the studios and develop the philosophical core of the discipline, the school remains loyal to its motto of simplicity and practicality. Thus the carefully choreographed journey through experimentation and self-discovery inherent in architectural education is punctuated here with study tours, lectures, and seminars with experienced practitioners, workshops and hands-on experiences to connect the students to the ground realities.
The department currently offers a Bachelor of Architecture B.Arch degree that is a 5 year 170 credit program with concentrations in the studio, theory, optional and elective courses. The program curriculum is approved by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and Accredited by the Institute of Architects Bangladesh (IAB). It maintains the educational standards and criteria of bodies such as the International Union of Architects (UIA), the United Nations Education, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), the Commonwealth Association of Architects (CAA), National Architectural Accrediting Board, USA (NAAB), etc to ensure a well rounded education that is at par with international programs in architecture.
Graduates of the school have been accepted into Masters Programs at Columbia University, McGill University and DIA, Germany. Others are working at some of the most well-reputed practices in Dhaka including Volume Zero, Architecton, and Rafiq Azam Architects.