Jarrett Hardy
CU Denver helped Jarrett Hardy earn an undergraduate and master’s degree while completing valuable real-world internships that helped build his career.
Bachelor of Science in Architecture ’20 and Master of Architecture ’23
Build the Future
Bachelor of Science in Construction Management
College of Engineering, Design and Computing
- Gain skills to lead a variety of construction projects, including residential, commercial, industrial, and infrastructure.
- A 12-week internship ensures graduates have real-world experience to launch their careers.
- Accreditation by the Applied and Natural Sciences Accreditation Commission (ANSAC), under the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET).
Bachelor of Science in Architecture
College of Architecture and Planning
- Learn the fundamentals of architectural design with courses on architectural history, visualization, technology, and more.
- Courses have a design-studio focus to help prepare you for a career that adapts to the dynamic field of architecture
- As you progress in courses, you’ll have a choice to focus on Architectural Design or Architectural Studies.
Master of Architecture
College of Architecture and Planning
- A STEM-designated program that fosters the capacity to ask bold questions, take risks, think independently, and approach the work of architecture with curiosity.
- Focus on sustainable architecture, advanced design technologies, and career-relevant experience.
- Accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB).
Master of Science in Historic Preservation
College of Architecture and Planning
- A program dedicated to the preservation of cultural heritage and historic sites.
- Provides rigorous training across multiple disciplines within the preservation field.
- Fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association.
Master of Landscape Architecture
College of Architecture and Planning
- A STEM-designated program that emphasizes design solutions for human well-being and environmental resilience.
- Integrates theory and practice in real-world settings.
- Accredited by the Landscape Architectural Accreditation Board (LAAB).
Master of Urban Design
College of Architecture and Planning
- A STEM-designated, post-professional degree that provides deep expertise in urban design practice.
- Opportunities for collaboration, global study, and practical urban engagement.
- Fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association.
Master of Urban and Regional Planning
College of Architecture and Planning
- Flexible, self-directed curriculum that focuses on healthy communities, equitable urbanism, and regional sustainability.
- Learn from some of the most influential faculty members in the discipline.
- Accredited by the Planning Accreditation Board (PAB).
Master of Science in Civil Engineering with a Concentration in Construction Engineering and Management
College of Engineering, Design and Computing
- Prepare to become the next generation of construction engineer.
- Gain the skills you need to be an effective manager and leader in this evolving industry.
- Interdisciplinary courses will help you learn everything from planning to cost-estimating, sustainable construction, project management, and entrepreneurship.
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Explore our program options.
Look around you. From our homes to our communities, our built spaces shape our world and our experiences. And, at CU Denver, you can earn a degree and join the thinkers and doers that design our world. With programs that focus on construction management, architecture, historic preservation, urban and regional planning, landscape architecture, urban design, and regional planning, you can pick your path and pursue the career of your dreams.
"Choosing to study architecture at CU Denver was a natural decision for me. The university’s diverse community and its location in a vibrant urban setting offered the perfect environment to explore my interests in architecture, culture, and community engagement.”
Dania
Master of Architecture ’26
"After taking some urban geography courses during my undergrad, I started to learn and appreciate how beautifully complex urban environments are, and how important the role of planners and designers is in building places and a future for everyone."
Hogan
Master of Urban and Regional Planning and Master of Urban Design ’26
"I've always enjoyed problem-solving and understanding how things work, and how we can become better stewards of our planet. Being in landscape architecture takes the research and innovation of the science world and puts it into practice and culture through our designs, and graduate school is the perfect place to exercise that critical thinking."
Rachel
Master of Landscape Architecture ’26
Strong Support Systems
Dedicated faculty and staff, plus active student organizations, are just a few ways community is built in and out of the classroom.
Hands-On Learning
You’ll study design fundamentals at CU Denver, but you’ll also explore those concepts in the studio by creating designs and building models.
Career Connections
You can learn from a faculty of accomplished practicing architects and urban planners, and you’ll meet some of the city’s most exciting preservationists, interior designers, urban planners, and designers in courses, through internships, and at events.
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