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Adapting the Nigerian Architectural Educational Schools Curriculum Towards Global Competitiveness

https://doi.org/10.59810/archimane.v2i2.134

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Adapt, Architect, Compettiveness, Curriculum, Globalization

Abstract

Globalization refers to the increasing connectedness of nations and peoples around the world through trade, investment, travel, popular culture and other forms of interaction. Globalization through information technology has brought so many openings that are breaking down boundaries hitherto existing in the practice of architecture. To enhance his place in the global market, the Nigerian architect needs to improve his skills on information communication technology (ICT). This paper examines how ICT enhances the global relevance of the Nigerian architect. It also examines the effectiveness and deficiencies of the curriculum in the Nigeria Schools of architecture. The paper therefore advocates a review of the curriculum in the Nigerian Schools of architecture to position the Nigerian architect for global competitiveness.

Author Biographies

Oluropo Stephen Ilesanmi, Rufus Giwa Polytechnic

Department of Architectural Technology, Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo, Ondo State, Nigeria

Emmanuel Temitope Ojo, Rufus Giwa Polytechnic

Department of Architectural Technology, Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo, Ondo State, Nigeria

Olaiya Olusegun Kolade, Rufus Giwa Polytechnic

Department of Art & Industrial Design, Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo, Ondo State, Nigeria

Sefunmi Folorunso, Rufus Giwa Polytechnic

Department of Estate Management and Valuation, Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo, Ondo State, Nigeria

Oladapo Augustine Arawomo, Rufus Giwa Polytechnic

Department of Estate Management and Valuation, Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo, Ondo State, Nigeria

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2024-10-01

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Ilesanmi, O. S., Ojo, E. T., Kolade, O. O., Folorunso, S., & Arawomo, O. A. (2024). Adapting the Nigerian Architectural Educational Schools Curriculum Towards Global Competitiveness. Journal of Architecture and Human Experience, 2(2), 167–176. https://doi.org/10.59810/archimane.v2i2.134

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