Why is architecture said to be the most glamorous profession?

Posted date 01/07/2016

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Posted date 01/07/2016

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If musicians can compose immortal songs, painters can leave behind paintings for life, then architects can also create strong impressions of their own, through architectural works left for posterity. Being a combination of art and technology, it is not an exaggeration to say that architecture is the most glamorous profession.

The intersection of art and engineering
Architecture lies on the border between two fields: Art and engineering. An architect is both creative and romantic, but also has to confine himself to calculations and rigid patterns. People often compare architects to mathematicians with the soul of an artist. Because in addition to the ability to calculate accurately, architects need to have a high aesthetic sense to create beautiful, safe architectural products that achieve the golden ratio. These two contradictory aspects support each other, helping architects create harmonious and perfect works.

Architects are also scientists and engineers because science and technology are the core tools of the profession. Frank Lloyd Wright and Tadao Ando are very proud that their works built in Japan have survived earthquakes of magnitude 5 and 7 on the Richter scale.
Flexible working environment
As a job that prioritizes creativity, the working environment of architects is also quite flexible. They often have to leave home to do field work, supervise construction... but there are also times when they stay all day in design studios to complete drawings. The working room of architects is not constrained by the usual office model but is uniquely designed and decorated, bearing the personal mark of each person.

Workspace at an architectural firm

Due to the nature of their profession, many architects also become social activists. Programs such as “Repaying gratitude, building charity houses”, “1,000 schools for teenagers in remote areas”… are both opportunities for architects to contribute to society and to practice their professional skills.
Unlimited career opportunities
The more developed society is, the greater and more diverse the need for architecture becomes, and the more job opportunities there are for architects.
Bachelor of Architecture can work in many positions such as: Construction architect, planning architect, interior architect and can participate in many other design management fields. Students can work in architectural consulting companies, institutes under ministries, branches, large corporations of the Ministry of Construction, Ministry of Culture, etc.
In addition, your job opportunities are also very open in the current conditions when many foreign architectural companies come to Vietnam. Besides, there are many job opportunities for private companies, investment corporations, real estate business units (project management, construction management) ...
On the other hand, Architecture students can create opportunities for themselves by designing living spaces for their families, relatives, friends, acquaintances, etc. This is an opportunity for you to show your personal abilities, helping you to assert yourself early. Many students have won international awards in architecture. You can absolutely do it if you are bold, hardworking and confident.

The more you work, the more money you make.
The average starting income of newly graduated architects ranges from 5-7 million VND/month. For architects with good skills, they can have a higher income from one and a half to two times higher after a period of working, because this is a profession where income comes from projects and constructions. In general, the harder you work, the more money you will have. This is also a reason why this profession is suitable for young people - those who rely on professional skills to develop.
In addition, knowing English is also a huge advantage in this profession. According to Mr. Duc Anh - Head of a group of freelance architects, specializing in receiving projects from foreign customers sent to Vietnam. He mainly works with customers online in English. Although the work is quite stressful, the average income of the group members is stable, ranging from 2,000 - 2,500 USD/month.
Once you have enough experience and connections, you can completely give up your "employee" life and switch to "owning" a home design company or an interior design company...

Where to study architecture?
Currently, in Vietnam, there are many training institutions in the field of Architecture. Among them, the Faculty of Construction - Architecture, Dai Nam University is a prominent name in recent times. The faculty's teaching staff are all professors , associate professors, doctors, lecturers, masters, leading officials from major universities such as the University of Construction, University of Transport, University of Architecture, Military Technical Academy, etc.

In addition to the necessary professional skills to maximize their own capacity, students majoring in Architecture at Dai Nam University are also equipped with English skills with an output standard of 400 TOEIC.

In addition, students are also trained in basic practical skills in most areas of architecture; organizational and teamwork skills, communication, presentation, and persuasion skills...

Architecture students make Rong house model in traditional camping program

With a scientifically designed curriculum and a team of dedicated lecturers, Dai Nam University hopes to bring a new breakthrough in training programs, contributing to society architects who are truly capable of working, dedicated to the profession and have high international integration ability.

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