Architectural Study and Teaching
The duties involved in being an architect cover a wide range of skills and talents. It is not a job anyone can do. It often requires the talent of an artist with the skills of an engineer. The requirements necessary to be an architect can vary quite a bit. Frank Lloyd Wright, who is thought of by many as the greatest architect in history did … Keep Reading → not have a degree in architecture. Wright chose to study engineering in college. After school he became an apprentice and learned the skills of architecture. This was a common method of study years ago but today most areas require a degree in architecture to be properly licensed as an architect. In the United States a licensing exam is required as well. Students can enroll in special 5 year architecture programs or complete a standard 4 year program and then go on to obtain a Masters degree. A Masters degree is usually required to teach architecture.
