Introduction to Architecture
Introduction to Architecture
Architecture is about the making of places where people spend their lives. Architects are not simply concerned with the exterior and interior design of a building but with the environment as a whole. Designed for students considering a career in architectural design, this course introduces the theory and practice of architecture from the ancient world to today, with an emphasis on the Western tradition. Lectures, exercises, and workshops impart an understanding of architectural products within their formal structural and functional aspects. Building upon this foundation, the class then explores the physical and cultural determinants of architecture and the relationship of the architectural products to their environment.
Ideal For
- High school students in grades 9–12
- High school students interested in a career in architecture
You'll Walk Away With
- An understanding of architectural products within their formal, structural, and functional contexts
- An introduction to the theory and practice of architecture from the ancient world to today, emphasizing the Western tradition
1 Section
|Spring 2026
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Section
001Tuition $850.0Please complete the online application to enroll.
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Semester
Spring 2026 -
Date
Feb 28 - Mar 21 -
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Saturday -
Time
1:00PM-4:00PM -
Sessions
4 -
Faculty
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Location
Washington Square
- Feb 28 - Mar 21
- Saturday
- 1:00PM - 4:00PM
- Washington Square
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Information Table
Cost
All courses are $850.
Please note: No financial aid, scholarships, or discounts are available for Weekend Workshops.
*10% Discount available to NYU Faculty/Staff Only
Application Deadline for Spring Courses:
Rolling admission- courses are filled on a first come, first serve basis.
Final Application Deadline for Spring Courses:
February 13, 2026
Class Schedule:
February 28, 2026 - March 21, 2026
(Journalism will run February 28, March 14, 21, 28)