The Architectural History major is a field of study that focuses on understanding the development of architecture and architecture through the ages, and how cultural, social, and technological factors influence the designs of buildings and facilities. This specialization includes the study of how engineering and architectural styles develop in various civilizations and cultures over time.

Fields of study of the history of architecture:

• Ancient Architecture: Study of the development of architecture in ancient civilizations such as Egyptian civilization, Greek civilization, and Roman civilization, and how techniques and materials were used in building temples and public facilities.
• Islamic Architecture: Understanding Islamic architecture and its development in the Middle Ages, with a focus on the geometric design of mosques, madrasas, palaces, and markets.
• Medieval European Architecture: A study of developments in European architecture during the Middle Ages, with an emphasis on cathedrals, castles, and monasteries.
• Renaissance and Modern Architecture: Analysis of the influence of the European Renaissance on architecture and the development of modern styles in Western architecture from the thirteenth century to the twentieth century.
• Technology and Materials: Understand how technology and materials have evolved in the construction industry and influenced the development of architectural designs throughout the ages.

Objectives of studying the history of architecture:

• Deep understanding of engineering and architectural developments: studying how engineering designs and techniques have evolved across different eras and cultures.
• Critical Analysis: Evaluating architectural styles and interpreting cultural and social developments that have influenced architectural designs.
• Practical applications: Using historical knowledge to understand modern challenges in the field of architecture and urban design.
• Cultural Communication: Building bridges of communication and understanding between architects, designers, and local and global communities.

Job opportunities for Architectural History graduates:

• Teaching and education: working as a teacher or professor in educational institutions.
• Academic research: Working as an academic researcher in universities and research centers.
• Heritage and Building Conservation: Working in the fields of heritage preservation and rehabilitation of historical buildings.
• Architectural design: working as a historical consultant in architectural design offices, and participating in restoration and urban design projects.
• Museums and Cultural Institutions: Working in museums and cultural institutions as an exhibition coordinator or cultural heritage manager.

Studying the History of Architecture helps in understanding how construction developed throughout the ages, and sheds light on the technological and artistic innovations that shaped architecture and civil society in various civilizations, which contributes to preserving cultural heritage and promoting sustainable and environmentally appropriate design in the future.