American University of Sharjah Department of Architecture

Sharjah,

United Arab Emirates

About the school

The Department of Architecture is part of the College of Architecture, Art and Design at the American University of Sharjah.

Programmes

Its Bachelor of Architecture was the first program outside North America to receive full NAAB accreditation. It holds an eight-year term, with the next visit planned for 2030.

Teaching approach

Unlike many programs in the region, which sit inside engineering schools, AUS teaches architecture within a dedicated college of architecture, art and design.

Campus and facilities

The college has strong fabrication labs, and its students regularly win regional and international prizes.

AT A GLANCE

American University of Sharjah Department of Architecture

American University of Sharjah (AUS) – College of Architecture, Art and Design (CAAD) – Department of Architecture

City

Sharjah

Country

United Arab Emirates

Region

Asia

Disciplines

Architecture, Interior Design

Students

General email

deancaad@aus.edu

Full Address

University City, PO Box 26666, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

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