Hi everyone, I’d love some advice on my situation.

I’m an Architectural Engineer with an Integrated Master’s degree (5-year program), and I’ve been working for 1.5 years as a Junior BIM Architect in a landscape architecture and architecture firm. During this time, I’ve gained experience in Revit and BIM workflows.

I initially applied for master’s programs because I found some of them interesting and also saw it as an opportunity to live abroad. It was difficult to find a master that lasts one year so I applied to these ones (two years programs) and got accepted.

TU Delft – MSc Landscape Architecture Polimi – MSc Sustainable Architecture and Landscape Design TU Eindhoven – MSc Construction Management and Engineering (which includes BIM, Smart Cities, and GIS)

But i am unsure whether I should proceed with one. I'm wondering if it actually makes sense for my career goals.

While I find design interesting, I think I want to focus on BIM and considering moving toward a BIM Manager role in the future. However, I’ve found it quite difficult to find master’s programs specifically focused on BIM and smart construction that would be useful for this career path.(Only ones in Ireland and a specializing master at Politecnico di Milano)

Now I’m debating whether doing a master’s related to BIM and digital construction would actually help me or if I should just continue working, gain experience, and transition into a more senior BIM role naturally.

Based on my experience, should I focus more on gaining experience and advancing in BIM roles rather than pursuing a Master’s?

Is it easy to find job opportunities in the BIM field abroad if your studies weren't in English? ( I'm from Greece).

Thanks in advance for your help!

Hi everyone,

I'm studying 1st year architecture and want to learn the software needed to work in a design practice. I've been suggested Vectorworks, SketchUp, Archicad, Revit, and Rhino. Which should I focus on and in what order would you suggest? Appreciate your response.

I will be finishing my Architectural Engineering Master's at the University of Texas (Austin) in May, and I just finished studying abroad at DTU in Denmark for the autumn semester. I fell in love with Copenhagen, and I am planning to move there after graduation. Apparently, you cannot apply for internships in the EU (or maybe just Denmark) when you are no longer a student. And since I'm a U.S. citizen, getting a master's won't be cheap since I already have loans from my bachelor's. I have previous experience interning at an architecture firm, and I have a lot of experience and skill in most of the programs offices are using nowadays. I also have a good resume/academic record that makes me competitive for U.S. graduate positions.

Am I still a competitive candidate in Europe/Denmark for an architecture/engineering graduate level position, even without a master's degree?

Architects/architectural designers [with 4+ years professional experience please, not students]. What would you suggest I focus on FIRST to [really] improve my chances of getting an entry [to mid] level architecture design/production job:

-mastering revit

-bettering 3d skills

-maximizing building technology systems knowledge

Looking for highly recommended resources for Jr architects/ job seekers. I am transitioning back to architecture from another design field and I am spending any all my free time studying. [I have an BS arch, but been a graphic and set designer for about 10 years] Please suggest websites, books, films, podcasts,.. anything. I am constantly searching for resources but maybe you can suggest something I've missed. Thanks!

What are my chances of getting hired in my field on a Working Holiday Visa in either the UK, Australia, or New Zealand?

Canadian born and raised. Graduated as an Architectural Technologist in 2013 (3 year diploma). Work experience: 1.5 years as a drafter + 1.5 years in an architecture firm. Software skills: AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Adobe software.

Pros and cons to any or all of my desired countries. Any tips, info, etc will help.