University of Memphis
Department of Architecture
The mission of the Department of Architecture is to prepare graduates to enter the professional practice of architecture and/or interior design and to serve the Memphis and Mid-South region through research, engaged scholarship, interdisciplinary collaboration, and creative expression that contributes to sustainable, stable communities and enhances the quality of life for all citizens.

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Founded in 1912, the University of Memphis is an urban-serving Carnegie R1 research university and is one of the two flagship public institutions in Tennessee. Located in the heart of Memphis, numerous parks as well as cultural and civic amenities are easily accessed from the tree covered campus by approximately 22,000 students.
School Philosophy
The Department of Architecture is committed to providing a positive learning environment for all students, faculty, and staff as well as the community partners and others with whom the Department is engaged. The UofM is focused on Success-Driven Education. This is reflected in the close working relationship between faculty and students in the design studios and professional/technical courses as well as through our close relationship with AIA Memphis.
The Department of Architecture is known for its community engagement activities, emphasis on the various elements of city building, and focus on sustainability. Our "Culture of Engagement" offers students the opportunity to work with community partners and faculty and students in other academic programs on real, hands-on projects to enhance the quality of life for residents within the region and beyond.
The academic programs within the Department are the 60 credit hour professional two-year Master of Architecture degree, the four-year 128 credit hour pre-professional Bachelor of Fine Arts in Architecture degree, and the 120 credit hour professional Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Architecture degree. Students may also complete the 138 credit hour dual Architecture + Interior Architecture major within the same four-year period.
1. Building Technologies
2. Community Design
3. Cross-Cultural Contexts | Human Experiences
4. Industry Collaborations
5. Urbanism
6. Design/Build
7. Interior Design
8. Sustainability & High-Performance Built Environments
Transfer Policies
Transfer students must meet entrance requirements of the major.