DEAR
STUDENT:

I would like to welcome you to the School of Architecture the University of Navarra. You are now embarking on a new journey that will open your eyes to a different way of seeing the world from the perspective of a design professional. 

In this fundamental period of your life, you will grow in many aspects; you will acquire intellectual knowledge, as well as professional, social and personal skills. I recommend that you take advantage of all the resources that the University offers, and I hope that these next few years with us fulfill your academic and professional aspirations.

To accompany you from the beginning, the School has created this website with information and recommendations concerning practical and academic matters that will be very useful for you to start this new stage of life successfully.

Sincerely,
Pablo Arza

Deputy Director of Students
and Office of Academic Affairs

And in case you can't resist the urge to get to know the school...

Here are some photos to familiarize yourself with it.

RECOMMENDED
BOOKS

We recommend the following books to help you deepen your understanding of design and enhance your creativity.

FOR PRACTICE

During the first semester a subject on Technical Drawing. To help you prepare, here is a series of exercises that will help you review some basic concepts in geometry and mathematics that you’ll use throughout the course.

TO VIEW

Check out some of the videos wesuggest.

TO DO

Ideas to Get Your Mind Going

What is my
study program?

Discover the courses you will take during the degree: their contents, bibliography and other useful information.

COMPUTER
REQUIREMENTS

Here are some characteristics that we recommend you have for your computer

What characteristics
should it have?

During the degree program you will need a laptop computer to develop your projects. It is recommended that it complies with the following requirements:

/Processor: minimum 4 cores (8 cores recommended).
/16Gb RAM minimum. Advisable 32 Gb of RAM.
/SSD hard drive.
/Graphic card.
/Integrated webcam.

Which operating system
is advisable?

The brand of a computer is not the most important thing, but the operating system it uses.

/Both Windows and MacOS comply with the requirements.

Which programs
should I install?

Some programs have special licenses and pricings for students.
Adobe Creative Cloud suite programs such as Photoshop, Indesign and Illustrator are fundamental to the Degree in Design. As a design student, you will have the Adobe Creative Cloud suite included during your studies. In addition, you will use other tools such as AutoCAD.

Do I need additional accessories
for the computer?

The biggest problem with laptops is the ergonomics of their use and their effects on health.
Incorrect use of the computer can lead to back pain, contractures and increased stress.
Having the correct posture requires certain external accessories that we recommend.

/Ergonomic computer mouse with quick wheel.
/Laptop stand, to raise the screen to eye level.
/Ergonomic external keyboard

WELCOME
GUIDE

In this guide you will find detailed information about all the resources that the University puts at your disposal.

SCHEDULE AND CALENDAR

Check your schedule and the academic calendar here so that you can plan the use of your time accordingly