What is architecture like?

thewordtester
Sat, 05 Mar 2011 18:53:02 +0000

I’m thinking about getting a masters in architecture. I’m a senior art history major, but I’ve also completed all my pre-med requirements and had previously planned to go to medical school. I recently imagined being an architect and am now infatuated with the idea. The thing is, I really don’t know what it’s like at all. I like the idea of it because I love math, physics, and studying architecture. But from what I’ve been reading on this forum I’m worried there won’t be as much math or physics as I’ve been craving. Anyway, I hope someone can give me a general idea of what both the profession is like and what an M.Arch I program would be like.

Also, how do I know if I would be a competitive candidate? I have a 3.95 GPA, have not taken the GRE (although I should do well), pretty much have no extracurriculars to speak of, and don’t have a portfolio at this point although I am good at drawing.