FOSTERING FUTURE ARCHITECTS: INTEGRATING SUSTAINABILITY AND PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE IN CURRICULUM REFORMS | ||||
| الدورية العلمية لکلية الفنون الجميلة | ||||
| Volume 13, Issue 1, June 2025, Page 328-343 PDF (1.32 MB) | ||||
| Document Type: المقالة الأصلية | ||||
| DOI: 10.21608/sjfa.2025.372866.1112 | ||||
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| Authors | ||||
HEBAH HATEM   ; MAI KARRAM
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| Lecturer at Architecture Department, Fine Arts Faculty, Alexandria University | ||||
| Abstract | ||||
| Architectural education is facing increasing challenges, particularly in the integration of sustainability principles and alignment with professional practice. This study investigates the current state of architectural education in Egypt, with a focus on the Department of Architecture at the Faculty of Fine Arts, Alexandria University. Using a mixed-methods approach—including surveys, interviews, and literature review—the research identifies key curricular gaps and systemic challenges. The findings highlight a notable disconnect between academic training and industry expectations, especially in sustainable design and practical competencies. Further issues include limited integration of social and environmental dimensions, outdated course content, and inadequately equipped laboratories that hinder experiential learning. In response, the study proposes a comprehensive action plan for reform, emphasizing interdisciplinary learning, faculty development, industry collaboration, and pedagogical innovation. By cultivating "green competence," the proposed reforms aim to prepare graduates for sustainable development and align academic education with evolving professional demands. The action plan also advocates for upgrading infrastructure and enhancing community engagement, ultimately bridging the gap between academic theory and architectural practice in support of Egypt's sustainability goals. | ||||
| Keywords | ||||
| Architectural Education; Sustainability; Curriculum Reform; Professional Practice; Interdisciplinary Learning | ||||
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