<p>originaloog, I think the regime that you describe for that landscape architect was quite mild compared to what many in arch programs have. These programs differ from school to school, but again to take the RISD example, arch students in first year would be in studios alone some 24 hours per week (3 all-day studios classes), plus two other courses (English and art history), so in class some 30 hours per week. And THEN would have to spend an enormous amount of time outside of class working on projects for each studio. While certainly time managment skills are valuable, it's just an enormous amount of work -- and a test of students' creative and real energy. Most students get through this, but it remains an intensive program, not one for slackers.</p>
<p>Thanks to all...
Yes, it seems hard for most, even myself to realize the extent of the work load for 1st year and continuing Arch students - my son was above average social in HS and he says he has no social life out of Arch studio. He is very happy with that - as he loves his field but I do believe he has good time management...not to say he will probably improve as time goes by. He did go to a very rigorous HS and took some of the most demanding courses that placed him out of 2 courses at Cornell. </p>
<p>He says there is no such thing as managing time -24 hrs are spent on Arch casses and then you squeeze in eating and sleeping - there are really no choices to be made. He eats most meals at a cafe in the Arch school. Well he says he does go out with friends on Fri. nites. We are planning to meet up in NY for Thanksgiving and he has already told me he will go back Sat morning most likely to work on projects. </p>
<p>All I know is that I spent a lot more time off subject when I was a freshman! But then I have a wierd son - and I have to admire his dedication and drive.</p>
<p>Cornell is a great program, filled to the brim with some of the most talented students in the world. Small wonder it's absorbing his attention!!!</p>