What is architecture about? How does one become an architect in Nigeria? What work do you do as an architect and where do architects work? Is architecture relevant or important? Should you study architecture?
Architecture
is the science of designing and construction of the environment to meet
aesthetic and functional needs of man. It can be defined as the branch of
science that deals with the design and modification of the environment to meet
the users’ need.
In
architecture, we are concerned with the task of analyzing, designing,
constructing, supervising, maintenance and management of structures
(buildings) and the physical environment as it relates to people and their
everyday existence.
Architects
on the other hand are
the licensed professionals in architecture. They organize space, design houses, office buildings, skyscrapers, landscapes and even entire cities. They are trained in many areas from historic preservation to structural engineering.
the licensed professionals in architecture. They organize space, design houses, office buildings, skyscrapers, landscapes and even entire cities. They are trained in many areas from historic preservation to structural engineering.
Importance and Relevance of Architecture
So
long as the world and human beings exist, architecture will continue to be
relevant and important. Take a look at the world’s beautiful cities, the
habitable and magnificent buildings and edifices and you will naturally
appreciate architecture. The expertise of architects in creativity and design becomes
invaluable when we need to conserve old buildings, redevelop parts of our towns
and cities, understand the impact of a development on a local community, manage
a construction programme or need advice on the use and maintenance of an
existing building.
Architects
work closely with other members of the construction industry including:
building engineers, builders, surveyors, planners, etc. They spend much of
their time visiting sites, assessing the feasibility of a project, inspecting
building work and managing the construction process.
Training and Education of Architects
Architects
need to undergo specialized training and education with a practicum for
practical experience in order to qualify and earn a license to practice
architecture. Many universities and polytechnics offer the course. Duration of
study in the university is a minimum of six years in what is known as the
two-tier curriculum operated in many Nigerian universities. The first-tier
covers a period of four years leading to the award of Bachelors degree, while
the second-tier made up of two years leads to the award of Masters Degree in
Architecture.
Nigerian
polytechnics run Higher National Diploma in Architectural Technology spanning a
period of five years and consist of two years of National Diploma, one year
mandatory industrial training and two years of Higher National Diploma. The
basic goal of polytechnics running architectural courses is to train
technologists and technicians; hence there is emphasis on industrial training
or manual skills.
To
gain admission into the university, candidates must possess five credits in
English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and any of Fine Art,
Geography, or Wood Work, Biology, Economics, Technical Drawing, Further
Mathematics. For direct entry admission, candidates need two ‘A’ level passes
chosen from Mathematics or Physics, and Chemistry, Geography or Fine Arts.
Candidates with OND/HND upper credits in relevant fields are equally considered
for direct entry admission.
Universities offering Architecture
The following are among Nigerian universities offering a degree program in architecture: AAU,
ABU, ANSU, BAUCHI, CALEB, COVENANT, CRESCENT, CRUTECH, ESUTECH, FUTA, IMSU,
JABU, JOS, KUST, LAGOS, LAUTECH, MINNA, OAU, OOU, UNIOSUN, UNIZIK, UNN, UYO,
and YOLA.
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