Dipartimento ambiente costruzioni e design is affiliated to the University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland (SUPSI). Here is a detailed introduction to it:

Introduction and Overview

The department offers undergraduate and master's programs in a variety of fields such as architecture, interior architecture, visual communication, conservation, and civil engineering. It aims to cultivate professionals with innovative thinking and practical ability to meet various challenges and needs in the fields of environment, architecture and design.

History and Establishment Time

No clear establishment time has been found, but the history of the University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland as a whole can be traced back to the 20th century. With the development of disciplines and changes in educational needs, the current Dipartimento ambiente costruzioni e design has gradually been formed.

School Strength

Faculty: It has a group of teachers with rich experience and profound professional attainments in the fields of environment, architecture, design, etc. They not only have solid theoretical knowledge, but also have outstanding performance in practical projects, and can provide students with high-quality teaching and guidance.

Teaching achievements: After graduation, students can find jobs in architectural design companies, interior decoration companies, advertising companies, cultural heritage protection institutions and other units with their professional knowledge and skills. Some students choose to continue their studies and pursue a doctorate degree. The school's teaching achievements have been widely recognized in the industry, laying a solid foundation for students' career development.

Research ability: Actively carry out scientific research activities, and have achieved a series of research results in sustainable architecture, environmental design, cultural heritage protection, etc., providing theoretical support and practical experience for the development of related fields.

Nature of the institution

It is affiliated to the Swiss public university of applied sciences - University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland, which has the stability and standardization of public institutions, and pays attention to the combination of practical application and academic research.

Educational philosophy

Emphasis on interdisciplinary knowledge integration, cultivate students' ability to think and solve problems from multiple perspectives; focus on practical teaching, let students apply theoretical knowledge to practice through actual projects, improve students' hands-on ability and ability to solve practical problems; pay attention to sustainable development, guide students to fully consider environmental factors in the design and construction process, and cultivate students' sense of social responsibility and environmental awareness.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key laboratories: In cooperation with other departments of the school or external institutions, we have jointly established some laboratories related to environment, architecture, and design, such as building physics laboratories and material laboratories, which provide students with a platform for practical operation and scientific research, so that students can have a deep understanding of the performance of building materials, the impact of the building physical environment, etc., and lay a solid foundation for future career development.

Key disciplines:

Architecture: Covers knowledge in architectural design, architectural history and culture, and architectural technology, and cultivates students' ability to independently complete architectural design projects and understand the development trends and relevant specifications of the construction industry.

Interior architecture: Focuses on interior space design, decorative materials and processes, ergonomics, etc., so that students can create interior spaces that meet functional and aesthetic requirements.

Visual communication: Including graphic design, graphic creativity, digital media design and other disciplines, cultivates students to use visual elements and communication methods to effectively convey information and express creativity.

Protection: It involves the fields of cultural heritage protection, historical building restoration, and cultural relic protection technology, so that students can master the theories and methods of protecting and restoring cultural heritage, and inherit and promote historical culture.

Department Settings

It can be divided into the Department of Architecture, the Department of Design, etc. The Department of Architecture mainly includes professional directions such as architecture and civil engineering; the Department of Design covers professional directions such as interior architecture, visual communication, and protection.

Ranking

The specific ranking of this department in international authoritative organizations has not been found, but the University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland has a high reputation and status among the universities of applied sciences in Switzerland.

Expenses

Tuition fees: Tuition fees for undergraduate and master's programs vary depending on the major and degree type, and tuition fees for Swiss and international students are also different. Generally speaking, the tuition fee for undergraduate courses is around 1,000-2,000 Swiss francs per semester, and the tuition fee for master's courses is around 1,500-2,500 Swiss francs per semester.

Scholarships: The school provides a variety of scholarships and grants for outstanding students, such as scholarships for outstanding academic performance and scientific research project scholarships, to encourage students to study hard and actively participate in scientific research activities.

Campus

Geographic location: Mainly located in Ticino, Switzerland, the campus is distributed in multiple locations, such as Trevino, Mendrisio, etc. These places have beautiful environment and profound cultural heritage, providing students with a good learning and living atmosphere.

Teaching facilities: Equipped with modern teaching facilities, such as professional classrooms, design studios, computer laboratories, libraries, etc. Professional classrooms provide students with a good learning environment, and the design studio is equipped with advanced design software and tools to meet students' practical needs; the computer laboratory has high-performance computer equipment, which provides support for students to conduct digital design and simulation analysis; the library has a rich collection of books, covering books and journals in many fields such as architecture, design, art, and environmental science, providing a rich source of information for students' learning and research.