Overview

Spanning three years, the Architectural Design diploma program is tailored to align with the dynamic trends of the construction industry. Characterized by a philosophy of "Solid Foundations and Strong Skills," the curriculum is designed to cultivate applied technical professionals.

Students will acquire a robust professional basis in architectural design and achieve proficiency in the application of digital architectural technologies. The program emphasizes the ability to design schemes for small-to-medium-scale buildings and the technical competence to produce construction drawings. We are committed to fostering individuals with strong learning capabilities and practical engineering skills, ensuring graduates possess the essential vocational skills required by the industry.

Why Choose Architectural Design (Diploma Program)?

• Industry Significance: As a core branch of the Architecture discipline, this program is dedicated to improving the human living environment and enhancing national living comfort through effective design and management. It stands as a pivotal support specialization for the development of the nation's construction industry.
• Innovative Educational Philosophy: We steadfastly adhere to the mission of "Fostering Character and Civic Virtue," serving development, and promoting employment. We have moved beyond traditional "centralized" educational concepts to adopt a student-centered approach. The program offers diversified study tracks and continuously innovates its talent cultivation models to meet modern demands.
• Distinguished Faculty: Our teaching staff is structured, diverse, and highly professional. The faculty includes young and middle-aged instructors with overseas academic backgrounds, master's degree holders from premier domestic architectural institutions, and "Double-Qualified" teachers who possess extensive practical work experience in top design institutes.
• Emphasis on Practical Application: Practical teaching is a cornerstone of our curriculum. We vigorously implement hands-on education by engaging external experts—possessing rich teaching and engineering experience—to serve as year-round instructional guides. These experts assist in steering professional direction, monitoring the teaching process, evaluating educational quality, developing resources, leading students in real-world projects, and providing career guidance.

Basic Information

• School School of Architecture
• Study Mode Full-time
• Program Length 3 years

Knowledge and Skills

Graduates of this program will possess the following abilities:

• Comprehensive Disciplinary Knowledge.Students will acquire a solid foundation in natural sciences, allied architectural disciplines, sociology, and cultural studies. The curriculum ensures mastery of essential theoretical knowledge within the field and provides a comprehensive understanding of standard architectural design codes and regulations.
• Academic Excellence & Foundation.Recognizing that a significant proportion of our students intend to pursue a "Bachelor's Degree Top-up," we place immense emphasis on solidifying professional foundations. Our goal is for diploma graduates to achieve a level of professional competency and skill comparable to their undergraduate peers. Students will develop capabilities in preliminary architectural scheme design and presentation, achieve proficiency in Computer-Aided Architectural Design (CAAD), and cultivate strong self-directed learning and practical execution skills.
• Holistic Character Development.We guide students to correctly understand historical trends and national contexts, establishing a scientific outlook on life, the world, and values. The program fosters a rigorous professional perspective alongside high standards of professional ethics, cultural literacy, and physical and mental well-being. We instill a strong sense of responsibility, team spirit, and collective honor, driven by a spirit of pragmatic innovation.
• Lifelong Professional Growth.Graduates are equipped not only for immediate employment but also for long-term career development. They will possess the potential for continuous self-improvement and the capacity for lifelong learning to adapt and thrive in the evolving workforce.

Message from the Program Director

Curriculum Overview

Employment Opportunities

Our graduates pursue diverse careers across the construction and design sectors. Employment opportunities are widely distributed among architectural design firms, real estate development companies, interior decoration firms, project management and supervision agencies, engineering consultancies, and landscape design companies. Graduates are well-equipped to engage in a variety of professional roles related to architectural design and construction.

Further Education Graduates may also choose to pursue academic advancement by taking the Bachelor's Degree Transfer Examination (Zhuan Sheng Ben). This pathway allows students to continue their studies in undergraduate Architecture programs or related disciplines.

Recent graduates have successfully gained admission to institutions such as:

Qingdao City University, Qingdao University of Science and Technology (Gaomi Campus), Qingdao University of Technology (Linyi Campus), Shandong Youth University of Political Science, Shandong Management University, Heze University.