Recruitment Brochure

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KU SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN

Illustration & Animation

Architecture

Visual Communication Design

Interior Architecture

Photography Industrial Design

The University of Kansas School of Architecture & Design is known for interdisciplinary learning and producing leaders for over 150 years.

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Our experienced, diverse faculty and innovative degree paths promote the development of creative talent that suits each student’s personal interests and abilities. Students learn through the processes of designing, drawing, and making, learning to problem solve through design-thinking, taking advantage of a wide array of global study opportunities, community engagement, and collaborative research.

Our graduates leave KU with educations that are significantly influenced by the practical input of architects and designers from major firms the world over. These employers consistently say that those who receive degrees from KU are not only able to contribute as soon as they begin work, but also quickly ascend to leadership positions. Prepared as designers, critical thinkers, and problem solvers, graduates enjoy personal career fulfillment and serve, enrich, and sustain their professions and communities.

A c c r e d i ta ti o n

NAAB The Department of Architecture is accredited with distinction by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB), the sole agency authorized to accredit U.S. professional degree programs in architecture.

NASAD The KU Department of Design is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Art and Design.

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Our History

1869

1885

1912

First studio art

KU Art

Department of

classes held at

Department

Architecture

the university

founded

created in School of Engineering

WHY SHOULD YOU EXPLORE LIFE AT KU? RECOGNIZED STUDENT WORK

HIGH RANKING EDUCATION

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Students from each program

KU’s architecture program made

have received top awards from

the short list of the world’s top

their professional organizations

programs as compiled by Azure

and competitions. KU Design has

Magazine in 2018. KU was listed

been awarded “Best School” six

as one of 10 in the United States

times by the National Student

and of 17 total internationally.

Show in Dallas, Texas.

Azure cited as KU strengths the renowned Studio 804 and course development that incorporates input from international professionals.

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1921

1968

2009

2017

Department of

School of

Design merges with

School of

Design established in

Architecture & Urban

Architecture &

Architecture &

School of Fine Arts

Design founded

Urban Planning

Design established

Design student work at: behance.net/kudesign Architecture student work at: kuarchitecture.org

PORTFOLIO PREPARATION

SMALL ART SCHOOL EXPERIENCE

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Each year, our career fair brings

Students are held to high

more than 70 nationally-known

academic standards and the

firms from throughout the U.S.

average class size is less than 20

In addition, professionals

students. These factors allow for

visit the School and recruit

the development of a close and

throughout the year. Our close

intellectual community between

proximity to Kansas City allows

students and faculty at a major

for frequent interaction with

research institution.

area professionals.

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ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

ARCHITECTURE Master of Architecture (M.Arch.)

Architecture students learn the art and science of building design. KU’s five-year degree admits high-school seniors directly into this intense and demanding studio-based degree program. Our students work closely alongside each other in small studios capped at 16 student and each student has their own desk on campus. Students receive relevant hands-on experiences through internships, design-build courses, and studies abroad, all of which are required. In the final year of the program, students engage in professional experiences ranging from global internships in Paris to our award-winning design-build course Studio 804.

During each academic year, students enrolled in Studio 804 design and construct a building of great technical sophistication. Since 2008, each project has been LEED Platinum Certified.

Coursework S a m p li ng

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Construction

Careers

Health & Wellness

Design-build

Historic Preservation

History of Architecture

Project Management

Site Planning

Public Interest Design

Structures

Residential & Commercial

Sustainability

Sports & Entertainment

Urban Design

Urban Planning

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INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Interior Architecture Our brand-new CIDA-candidate degree professional program draws on the strengths of our Architecture, Industrial Design, and Visual Communication Design degree programs and, with specially designed interior architecture and design courses, focuses on the core or interior of buildings. Our curriculum prepares students to excel in the practice of designing the interiors of major building projects. Students must complete a study abroad experience and they intern in some of the country’s leading architecture and design firms.

The curriculum is aligned with the School’s Master of Architecture degree so that with less than two years of additional courses, students can complete the requirements for graduate program.

Coursework S a m p li ng

Acoustics

Careers

Corporate Design

Design-build

Environmental Design

Environmental Systems

Furniture & Lighting

Ergonomics

Hospitality Design

Products & Materials

Medical Care Facilities

Smart Building Systems

Residential Design

Wayfinding

Sports & Entertainment

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ILLUSTRATION & ANIMATION Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) in Design Images are powerful tools that can inform, influence, and inspire. Our program trains students how to develop methods for making images and telling stories that communicate and engage. Students acquire an effective use of design fundamentals, problem-solving and communication skills, while refining analog and digital technical skills. Students are prepared for professional practice through the preparation of their portfolio and discussion of business, legal, and industry practices.

Students have received wide-spread recognition, including awards from the Society of Illustrators of New York, the Society of Illustrators of Los Angeles, American Illustration, Creative Quarterly, and CMYK magazine.

Coursework S a m p li ng

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Animation

Careers

Children’s Book Illustration

Concept Art

Entertainment

Drawing Media

Fashion

Life Drawing

Gallery Installations

Painting

Motion Graphics

Promotion & Marketing

Surface Design

Narrative Illustration

Traditional Print Media

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Starting in the second year of study, Industrial Design students get their own desk on campus.

INDUSTRIAL DESIGN Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) in Design Industrial Designers conceive and design almost everything in our lives that is mass produced, from kitchen appliances to shoes. Our graduates leave KU proficient in design using the latest in 3D-design and rendering tools, and computer-aided manufacturing and fabrication technologies. Coursework focuses on conceptional development, form-making, and critical thinking.

Students tackle design questions and problems that are inspired by an understanding of user needs. Our close proximity to Kansas City allows for frequent interaction and critiques with professional designers.

Co ur s e w o r k S a m pl i ng

Design Thinking

Careers

Interactive Design

Drawing for ID

Packaging Design

Ergonomics

Product Design

Footwear Design

Research

Furniture & Lighting

Soft Goods

Materials & Processes

Toy Design

UI/UX Design

Transportation Design

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PHOTOGRAPHY Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) in Design

The Photography program is dedicated to evaluating and innovating the practice of photography and related media. We offer in-depth instruction in a range of analog and digital, still and moving, lens-based techniques within a rigorous intellectual and creative environment. Our students develop the technical, conceptual and critical thinking skills and personal vision vital to success as contemporary photographers and professional practitioners The student-run Corridor Gallery offers tangible experience in developing, curating, and installing gallery exhibitions.

Students enjoy access to state-of-the-art facilities, including digital imaging labs and large format printers, lighting studios, a traditional darkroom, an alternative processes lab, and equipment available for check out.

Coursework S a m p li ng

Moving Image

Careers

Architectural Photography

View Camera

Art Direction

Digital Photo

Commercial Photography

Experimental Process

Editorial Photography

History of Photography

Fashion Photography

Lighting Studio

Fine Art Photography Photojournalism

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VISUAL COMMUNICATION DESIGN Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) in Design

Visual Communication Designers shape the way we see, use, and experience information. Our program prepares in both the visual arts and the technical process skills that are required to cover a wide range of media. Students become adept at analyzing communication problems and inventing beautiful and appropriate solutions to respond to human needs and improve the quality of business, government, and everyday life. Attention is given to the development of a well-rounded, representative, and quality portfolio.

Co ur s e w o r k S a m pl i ng

Letterpress

Careers

Advertising

Typography

App & Web Design

Designer as Author

Art Direction

Design for Change

Branding

Design Understanding

Motion Graphics

Editorial Design

Packaging Design

Logos & Iconography

Publication Design

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STUDENT LIFE

CLASS SIZE

THE CDR

Studio classes are capped at 20 students with most classes ranging from 15-18 students.

The Center for Design Research offers opportunities for collaboration through industry-sponsored projects.

PORTFOLIOS

KIOSK

Each spring, area design professionals meet one-on-one with students to review their portfolios.

KIOSK is an award-winning studentproduced literary and art magazine created biannually.

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FACILITIES & LABS We operate over 30 different support facilities including our 65,000 square foot East Hills Design-Build Center where full-size building mockups are constructed. Our students bring their designs to life in fully-equipped computer labs, print labs, letterpress studios, lighting studios, traditional darkroom and finishing studios, 3-D printers, laser cutters, CNC routers, and industrial-scale robots for cutting, assembling, printing, and building.

STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS We have active student organizations in each area of study. These groups regularly arrange trips to visit firms, coordinate portfolio review nights, and plan our annual student-run events such as Design Week and Creators Ball.

STUDY ABROAD The School of Architecture & Design offers study abroad programs for a full semester or faculty-led trips during winter break and summer session in Cuba, France, Germany, Italy, and more.

HALLMARK SYMPOSIUM Through the generosity of the Hallmark Corporate Foundation, KU Design hosts 14 lectures a year given by nationally recognized, creative professionals from the United States and abroad. Speakers often engage with KU Design students through portfolio reviews, workshops, and other networking events.

More at design.ku.edu/Hallmark.

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ADMISSIONS Admission to the School of Architecture & Design is selective and competitive.

Students can complete the online University of Kansas application by going to admissions.ku.edu. This application serves as the application for admission to KU, admission to the School, and eligibility for scholarships.

Program

Incoming Freshman Requirements*

Transfer Student Requirements**

ARCHITECTURE

INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE

24+ ACT (1160+ SAT) & 3.2+ cumulative high school GPA

3.0+ cumulative college GPA

Applicants must be admissible to KU by assured admission or individual review:

DESIGN

21+ ACT (1060+ SAT) & 3.25+ cumulative high school GPA

3.0+ cumulative college GPA

or 24+ ACT (1160+ SAT) & 3.0+ cumulative high school GPA

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* Fewer than 24 hours of college-level credit

** Applicants who have completed 24 hours of college-level credit

Kansas-Missouri Tuition Reciprocity Program The Kansas-Missouri Tuition Reciprocity Agreement was established for Missouri residents desiring to study in the professionally accredited Master of Architecture program at the University of Kansas. Missouri residents who are covered by this agreement pay Kansas resident tuition fees.

Important D a t e s:

July 1 KU application window opens

Oct o b e r 1

Supplemental Materials

High School Course Recommendations

Transfer deadline for Spring

Interest Form:

• 3+ years of math;

November 1

Applicants must have an outstanding academic record, talent in drawing and design, and a demonstrated ability to handle a challenging course of study. An interest form is prompted and submitted in the online KU application.

• 3+ years of natural sciences, including physics;

Portfolio: Required for all applicants.

10-15 images of creative work and a brief essay question.

• 3+ art or drawing classes (preferred over drafting classes); • 2+ years of foreign language.

Art and design classes as available.

Freshman priority consideration deadline

D e ce m b e r 1 Freshman University scholarship deadline

Fe b r u a r y 1 Freshman and Transfer final deadline for Fall

Ma y 1 Transfer University scholarship deadline

Learn more and submit a portfolio at http://design.ku.edu/ portfoliorequirements For tuition & scholarship information visit affordability. ku.edu

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VISITS & EVENTS KU ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN DAY Each fall, KU Architecture & Design faculty and students share their passion for architecture and design in academic information sessions and tours. The day includes optional portfolio reviews with our faculty.

Learn more at arcd.ku.edu/visit.

KU DESIGN CAMP KU Design Camp is a pre-college summer program offered for high school students interested in Design. Campers have the option to stay on KU’s Lawrence campus, learn in hands-on studios taught by KU Design faculty, hear keynotes from leaders in the design industry, and work alongside current KU Design students.

The Office of Admissions offers many opportunities to experience KU through their campus visit days.

Learn more at admissions. ku.edu/visiting-campus.

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CONTACT

QUESTIONS?

School of Architecture & Design The University of Kansas Marvin Hall 200 1465 Jayhawk Blvd. Lawrence, KS 66045

Phone: 785-864-4281 Mail: arcd@ku.edu Web: arcd.ku.edu

@ArcD_KU | facebook.com/ArcDKU | @arcd_ku

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arcd.ku.edu

Marvin Hall 200 1465 Jayhawk Blvd.

Lawrence, KS 66045

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