The Department of Architecture is dedicated to equipping students with the knowledge, skills, and competencies necessary to address the challenges posed by today's complex environmental conditions and social demands at both national and global levels. The curriculum provides students with in-depth, state-of-the-art knowledge of both traditional and contemporary architectural theories, vernacular architecture and urbanism, sustainability, and historic preservation. Building on this foundation, students enhance their abilities in various design and production areas.
Additionally, the Department's location in the historic area of Yazd city allows students to gain a direct appreciation of the values of traditional architecture and understand the advantages and disadvantages of living in a historical area.
The Department is a leader in research and training programs focusing on the history and theory of traditional architecture in central Iran. By emphasizing the preservation and application of the spatial characteristics of traditional buildings, the Department contributes to the recruitment and training of specialists in the field.
The Department offers a comprehensive program in Architecture, encompassing Bachelor's, Master's, and Ph.D. levels. Additionally, it provides two Master's programs: one in Energy and Architecture and another in Architectural Conservation and Restoration.