Program Overview

Gerald D. Hines College of Architecture + Design

The Gerald D. Hines College of Architecture + Design offers a range of academic programs, including undergraduate and graduate degrees.

Academic Programs

• Undergraduate Programs
  • Bachelor of Architecture
  • Bachelor of Science in Interior Architecture
  • Bachelor of Science in Industrial Design
  • Bachelor of Science in Environmental Design
  • Minors
  • Undergraduate Catalog
• Graduate Programs
  • Master of Architecture [MARCH +3]
  • Master of Architecture [MARCH +2]
  • Master of Arts in Architectural Studies
  • Master of Science in Architecture
  • Master of Science in Industrial Design
  • STEM Designated Programs

Special Programs

The college also offers special programs, including:

• BASE Lab
• Community Design Resource Center (CDRC)
• Design/Build Studios
• designLAB
• GULFLab
• Health Design Lab
• Product Experience Design Lab
• International Programs
• Design Experience Summer Programs

designLAB

designLAB is the professional research arm of the college, generating preliminary design studies, research, and development work across the disciplines of architecture, planning, and industrial design. Faculty, students, alumni, and partners work in teams to solve problems in a range of scales and for a range of clients.

Research

The college is involved in various research areas, including:

• IRB Compliance Statement
• Funding Opportunities
• Proposal Submission Guidelines
• Library Resources

Student Resources

The college provides various resources for students, including:

• Computer Lab
• Jenkins Architecture, Design, and Art Library
• Keeland Design Laboratory
• Materials Research Collaborative (MRC)