Architecture engineer

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<p>I have read many threads that architecture degree is a tough one and do not pay quite well. However, I wanted to take a different route.I wanted to do engineering as well or at least finish it after architecture. Since I already took all gen-ed/elective, when I start next fall I only have to focus on the architecture course. In order to be a full time at UIC, i have to take 12 credit hours so I wanted to take engineer course too((mechanical)).</p>

<p>Will engineering + architecture will allow me to go further than regular architect?</p>

<p>I know that there will be some agreement and disagreement. </p>

<p>A good example i found is that people might think of people working in thailand earn far too little to live. My uncles earn over 6000 usd a month and they are not doctors or drugs dealer. Because of this, I always view think quite different.</p>

<p>what are you views on doing engineering and architecture? </p>

<p>When I finish, I would like to start my own company in Thailand. So, any more guidance would be useful.</p>

<p>Thank you in advance</p>

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<p>If you like engineering and want to take courses then by all means do it. </p>

<p>Will it help you in the profession? Anything that broadens your education should provide some value. </p>

<p>Will it allow you to go further? Possibly, though how far you go is going to depend more on your leadership skills than any technical courses you took in school.</p>

<p>Will having engineering courses/degree get me a higher paying architectural job coming out of school; probably not.</p>

<p>I have no idea what practice is like in Thailand, so my comments only apply to U.S. practice.</p>

<p>rick</p>