<p>Hi, guys. I'm a newly-admitted UBC student, and I'll be starting my Bachelor of Arts studies in the coming September. My passion has always lied in Architecture, and I really want to become an Architect in the future. So I've got two option: Applying for UBC's Bachelor of Environmental Design program in year 2, OR transferring to UofT for its Architectural Studies program after year 1. Kindly let me know what you think, in terms of the curricula, prospect (job/grad school), reputation, social life and etc. THANKS SO MUCH!!! Have a nice day.</p>
<p>centen, I don’t have an opinion on the relative value of UBC versus UofT. Unless you transfer into a Bachelors of Architecture program (which is different from a BA or BS in architectural studies) you will still need to get an M.Arch in order to practice.</p>
<p>You can be admitted into an M.Arch program with an undergrad major in just about anything. Both degrees you mention sound good; you should choose the one that interests you more.</p>
<p>When you consider which university would be a better fit for you and would offer more opportunities down the road, you should factor in where you eventually intend to live and work.</p>
<p>momrath, thanks so much for your help!!! I really appreciate it. </p>
<p>Well, I do realize that eventually I will need an M.Arch, since both programs (BENDS and BA in Architectural Studies) aren’t professional degree. I’m planning to stay in the us for several years and pursue my Harvard dream (or other great colleges such as columbia and yale) after graduation. </p>
<p>Considering the fact that I intend to work in the us as an architect, does it make any difference to the employers, whether I obtained my Bachelor degree from UBC or UofT???</p>
<p>From what I’ve read on the Internet, UBC’s BENDS seems to be more diverse (mixture of architecture, landscape and urban planning), whereas UofT’s BA in Architectural Studies seems to give students a more solid foundation in Architecture.</p>
<p>Please let me know what you think. :-DDD</p>
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I’m a parent of an aspiring architect, not an architect myself, but from my observation, no. Your graduate degree is more important than your undergraduate. </p>
<p>Both UT and UBC majors sound like good entrees to M.Arch programs. Choose the one you’re the most comfortable with and where you’ll be the most successful academically. </p>
<p>In the interim try to get some work experience in architecture. Make sure that you’ve covered the M.Arch program admissions requirements. Think about how you’re going to finance your masters. </p>
<p>I think the biggest obstacle you will have in working in the U.S., no matter where you do your M.Arch, will be to find a firm willing to sponsor your visa for an entry level position which is why any industry connections you make during your school years will impact what you do afterward.</p>