The School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation (MAPP) offers flexible, interdisciplinary undergraduate degrees that prepare students to shape the built environment, with an emphasis on creative problem-solving, technical proficiency and critical thinking. Whether pursuing architecture, real estate, or one of our minors, students gain the tools to create more vibrant and just places for all.
Degrees
Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Science in Architecture
The starting point for careers in architecture and the built environment that funnels into the competitive pre-professional degree program. With engaging coursework and hands-on design studios, this pathway offers a seamless transition into the NAAB-accredited Master of Architecture degree.
Bachelor of Real Estate Development and the Built Environment
This concentration of finance, construction, planning, policy, and design prepares students to shape the future of cities and communities. You’ll gain a deep understanding of how the built environment works—and how to lead transformative, equitable projects. The degree offers a strong foundation for UMD’s accelerated Master of Real Estate Development.
Undergraduate Degree 4-Year Plans
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Accelerated Bachelor/Master’s Degree in Real Estate Development
A combined undergraduate and graduate program that allows students in the undergraduate Real Estate in Built Environment or the Bachelor of Arts in Architecture Programs to earn both their undergraduate and masters degree in significantly less time.
Graduate Degrees in the Built Environment
Ready to go further? MAPP’s graduate degree programs help you turn your passion into impact—whether in urban planning, historic preservation, or through one of UMD’s many dual degree options.
Complementary Minors
Minors let you dive into a second area of interest—either expanding your major or exploring something entirely new. Here are a few offered through with MAPP:
Real Estate Development Minor
A comprehensive overview of sustainable real estate development, including finance, urban planning, and design and the roles of government and the private sector.
History and Theory of Architecture
Students will gain an insight of diverse architectural cultures as well as apply diverse research methods in order to understand architectural phenomena in a broad context.
Construction Project Management (CPM)
A working knowledge of construction management concepts, tools, and techniques for effective project management and team collaboration.
Creative Placemaking Minor
The Creative Placemaking Minor educates students to leverage the power of the arts, culture and creativity for the improvement of communities by engaging with the activities of local stakeholders and arts practitioners.
Sustainability Minor
Offered by the School of Public Policy
A minor in sustainability studies helps students prepare for the needs of an ever-changing environmental, economic, and social landscape through issues related to business, government agencies, and non-governmental organizations around the world.