B.A in Architecture
Design environments that transform lives.
The B.A. of Architecture program at Tecnológico de Monterrey prepares professionals with a critical vision along social and environmental commitment, capable of creating innovative solutions that positively transform their surroundings.
At the School of Architecture, Art and Design at Tec, our students showcase strategic projects both nationally and internationally. With a focus on City, Arts, and Design for Value, we tackle urban challenges, promote artistic production, and encourage innovation in businesses. Since its founding in 2016, we have been part of prestigious international organizations, offering extensive opportunities to develop skills and use cutting-edge technologies. Today more than ever, architecture, art, design, and urbanism are essential to imagining and building inclusive, resilient, and meaningful futures.
— Mariana Amatullo, Dean of School of Architecture, Art and Design
B.A in Architecture at Tec
Discover the Architecture experience at Tec
You’ll explore the foundations of architectural design, visual representation, and critical thinking. From day one, you’ll take on real-world challenges with social and environmental impact, building an ethical and responsible perspective of the built environment.
You’ll deepen your knowledge of architectural theory, history, and applied technologies. You'll engage in urban studies, collaborative projects, and work with industry partners. During this stage, you begin shaping your path through concentrations such as regenerative design, advanced architecture, or BIM management.
You’ll step into the professional world through internships, advanced concentrations, or international experiences. By this point, your portfolio will showcase your ability to design sustainable, inclusive spaces with strategic vision.
Work hand in hand with:
Thanks to our partnerships with top-tier universities in over 48 countries, you can study, travel, and collaborate in international experiences that prepare you to lead with global impact.
- Technische Universiteit Delft (Netherlands)
- University of Hong Kong (Hong Kong)
- The University of Melbourne (Australia)
- University of Sidney (Australia)
- Creative Methods
- Design Fundamentals
- Drawing and Graphic Expression
- Elective Course Mathematics and Science
- History of Art, Design and City
- Induction to the Social Service
- Tec Week Elective I
- Theory of Art, Design and Habitat
- Academic English
- Creative Coding
- Data Analysis and Visualization
- Design with Mathematics and Physics
- Digital Experimentation
- Elective Course Humanities and Fine Arts
- Exploration Topic
- Research for Creative Industries
- Tec Week Elective II
- Tec Week Elective III
- Architectural Representation
- Construction Criteria
- Critical History of Architecture and the City
- Design Studio 1: Single Family House
- Elective Course Social and Behavioral Sciences
- Tec Week Elective IV
- Tec Week Elective V
- Design Studio 2: Community Center
- Digital Architectural Representation
- Disciplinary Tec week
- Efficiency in Facilities & Bioclimatic Solutions
- Elective Course Leadership, Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- Tec Week Elective VI
- Construction Costs
- Construction Project
- Design Studio 3: Collective Housing
- Elective Course Ethics and Citizenship
- Professional Life Planning
- Tec Week Elective VII
- Communication in Architecture
- Construction Project Management
- Critical Analysis of Architecture and the City
- Design Studio 4: Urban Design and Landscape
- Structural Systems
- Tec Week Elective IX
- Tec Week Elective VIII
- Professional Elective I
- Professional Elective II
- Professional Elective III
- Professional Elective IV
- Professional Elective V
- Professional Elective VI
- Tec Week Elective X
- Tec Week Elective XI
- Elective I
- Elective II
- Elective III
- Elective IV
- Elective V
- Elective VI
- Tec Week Elective XII
- Tec Week Elective XIII
- Entrepreneurship in Architecture
- Integrated Construction Workshop
- Integrated Design Studio
- Tec Week Elective XIV
- Tec Week Elective XV
- Elective Multidisciplinary Professional
- Final Studio Project
- Strategies and Guides for the Final Degree Exam
- Tec Week Elective XVI
The courses in the curriculum are subject to change without prior notice. To view the most up-to-date version, please check this page.
Broaden your profile with Tec Concentrations
Specialize in key areas of your program and add unique value to your education. Deepen your knowledge with disciplinary concentrations or expand your skill set through transversal concentrations that complement your career path.
Disciplinary
- Advanced architecture
- Regenerative design
- Urban entrepreneurship
- Building Information Modeling (BIM)
- Theory, history, and critique of art and architecture
Cross-disciplinary
- Technology-based design and futures
- Construction efficiency and digitalization
- Entrepreneurship in creative and cultural industries
- User experience and interfaces
- Art and technology incubator
- Real estate intelligence
- Data analytics and artificial intelligence tools
- Mexican culture
- Design, innovation, and technological entrepreneurship
- Entrepreneurship in action
- Government and public transformation
- Social innovation
- Conscious business
- Financial insight for decision-making
- Design, production, and marketing of jewelry
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