ARCHITECTURE
ABOUT
The Architecture Undergraduate Program prepares future architects with a humanistic education, technical expertise and management skills—all grounded in rigorous quality standards. At Universidad de Lima, students have access to specialized spaces where they can explore different materials, build architectural models, and develop project management abilities.
Architectural professionals trained to meet the highest quality standards. Grounded in strong ethical foundations and equipped with key skills, they deliver creative, socially responsible solutions that positively impact their communities. They are fully prepared to design, lead, implement, and manage architectural projects, as well as to address habitat-related challenges from multiple perspectives.
Mission
We train creative and leading professionals, self-reliant citizens recognized for their merits, and committed to the well-being of society.
Vision
We excel in Latin America for our academic excellence, research impact, and contribution to a better world.
CURRICULUM
The Architecture Undergraduate Program comprises 196 mandatory credits and 18 elective. Thus, students can access to a comprehensive knowledge of all related areas and also pursue one or more specialist certifications.
SPECIALIST CERTIFICATIONS
- HISTORY AND CONSERVATION OF ARCHITECTURAL HERITAGE
- URBANISM
- CONSTRUCTION
HISTORY AND CONSERVATION OF ARCHITECTURAL HERITAGE
This Specialist Certification equips students with knowledge in the history and historical research of architecture, as well as in conservation, recovery, and valuation of built heritage through different interventions.
URBANISM
This Specialist Certification equips students with key knowledge for the analysis, diagnosis, and development of proposals for urban areas, with a focus on environmental sustainability.
CONSTRUCTION
This Specialist Certification equips students with updated, comprehensive knowledge in materials and construction procedures, as well as in cost estimation, measurement, and budgeting for building projects. This program is especially designed to train experts in managing, monitoring, and implementing building projects efficiently, applying best practices and advanced technologies.
RIBA INTERNATIONAL ACCREDITATION
The Architecture Undergraduate Program of Universidad de Lima is the only program in Peru with double accreditation from the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA). This double recognition is proof of the compliance with international standards of our curriculum and rating process to obtain the professional title. In this regard, Universidad de Lima joins the prestigious group of world-class universities that hold the RIBA international accreditation.
RIBA is a global British professional membership body driving excellence in architecture. It is in charge of assessing and accrediting architecture programs. RIBA's evaluation system through visits seeks that programs comply with the highest quality standards worldwide. Furthermore, the RIBA accreditation is proof of the highest international standards on maturity, flexibility, current affairs, academic integrity, teaching and research quality, and social commitment with the profession.
- BENEFITS FOR THE PROGRAM
- BENEFITS FOR STUDENTS
BENEFITS FOR THE PROGRAM
International Recognition
This is an international quality recognition granted by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA). This accreditation guarantees students, parents, and employers the school compliance with the highest architecture training standards.
Improvement in Educational Quality
RIBA international accreditation provides a reference framework for the continuous evaluation and improvement of the quality of education. The school can harness this opportunity to ensure that its study programs, resources, and assets comply with the highest international standards.
BENEFITS FOR STUDENTS
RIBA Student Membership
This is a free membership available for those studying RIBA Part 1 or Part 2 (or students who are in their year off between Part 1 and Part 2) in a school of architecture validated by RIBA in any part of the world.
For more information, click here.
RIBA Affiliate Membership
In the United Kingdom and the international sphere, this affiliation is exclusively aimed at professionals from the construction field or individuals with a RIBA Part 1 qualification. All Ulima students who graduate as from 2022 onwards can access this benefit.
For more information, click here.
RIBA President’s Medals
Eligible to participate in the President’s Medal Student Design Competition. Nominations are in charge of each undergraduate program.
For more information, click here.
Labor Field
Project offices linked to the real estate and construction sectors, residential designs, business and corporate designs, specialized designs.
Design, construction and management, construction companies, real estate companies.
Municipalities, Ministry of Culture, Ministry of Housing, urban renewal projects and public spaces.
Teaching and generation of knowledge, specialist certifications, academic, private, social and technical research, innovation and evolution of specialization programs.
National and international opportunities for urban development, sustainable design, real estate development and research. Competitive training for the global market.
Infrastructure and maintenance in banking, business, retail and educational companies, as well as in facility management and maintenance areas.
Rodrigo Tornero
Graduate
Jaione y Martha (RIBA)
Graduate
Agreements
INTERNATIONAL AGREEMENTS
University of Wuppertal
Founded in 1972, this university trains students following the Humboldtian tradition, offering a multidisciplinary education based on research. Its programs focus primarily on Wuppertal's traditional disciplines, such as engineering, sciences, arts, and design.
CONSORTIUM OF UNIVERSITIES
It is a non-profit civil organization comprising Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú, Universidad del Pacífico, Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia and Universidad de Lima. This partnership allows students from these four institutions to access academic and university services, premises, validated courses, and credit equality for courses taken in any university of this Consortium.
OPTIONAL SECOND INTERNATIONAL BACHELOR'S DEGREE
Universidad de Lima offers students the opportunity to develop in global environments, enhance their networking, and live an international experience through the optional second international bachelor’s degree programs.
- SPAIN
- UNITED KINGDOM
IE University
Aimed at graduates from the Architecture Undergraduate Program. To obtain this degree, you must study one academic term. Furthermore, this qualifying university master’s degree allows you to work in Spain and the rest of the European community.
Information: Vanessa Zadel (vzadel@ulima.edu.pe)
University of London
Thanks to the agreement between Universidad de Lima and University of London (UOL), internationally recognized for its high academic standards, students can obtain a second international bachelor’s degree without leaving the country: Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. This program is available to students from all undergraduate programs at Universidad de Lima.
Information: uol@ulima.edu.pe
UNESCO Chair
The Architecture Undergraduate Program of Universidad de Lima has received the UNESCO Chair "Heritage, Cities and Landscapes". This proposal is aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs), which includes the dissemination of our architectural heritage and cultural landscapes, research about the current issues of our city, and listing of immovable cultural heritage, aiming to register new cultural landscapes.
The UNESCO Chair promotes the creation of an integrated network by the academia, cooperation institutions, researchers, and decision-makers, in order to contribute towards the sustainable development of our city, conservation of the architectural heritage, and revaluation of the cultural landscape. Another important aspect is the creation of a urban laboratory to promote a dialogue space with the civil society and construction of partnerships with international universities and other UNESCO Chairs.
UNESCO Chairs are an international program established in 1992 by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization. The goals of the UNESCO Chairs are to promote the development of research, training and higher education programs through networking and knowledge sharing, as well as the promotion of interuniversity cooperation.
To learn more about the Chair activities, click here.
Publications
- LIMAQ
- ARCHITECTURE COLLECTION
- ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN CATALOGS
- BLOG
- OTHER PUBLICATIONS
Limaq promotes and disseminates research and reflection on architecture and cities. This biannually journal is aimed at the academic community and professionals of the industry. It focuses on a specific topic selected by an editor invited to each journal issue. National and international scholars, as well as Ulima professors and students participate. Limaq is committed to the reality and future of our city. It presents core topics to understand our reality and propose effective solutions to any specific issue.
The Architecture Undergraduate Program of Universidad de Lima, through the Architecture Collection, highlights the professional legacy of important Peruvian architecture representatives.
- Emilio Soyer Nash
- José García Bryce
- Arana Orrego Torres
- Mario Bianco
- Walter Weberhofer
- Héctor Velarde
Emilio Soyer Nash. Habitar el tiempo, construir el lugar
Year of publication: 2024
Thanks to the donation of the Emilio Soyer Nash file to Universidad de Lima, it has been possible to carry out a thorough research about his 50+ of professional life. As a result, we have the essays that form the first part of this book and his project dossier, which includes descriptive memories written by the architect, the photographic record of his projects in charge of Fernando La Rosa and José Casals, and comments from professors of the Faculty of Architecture at Universidad de Lima (illustrated with stock footage and digital redraw of all planimetry.
José García Bryce: Los goces de la memoria
Year of publication: 2021
The Architecture Undergraduate Program of Universidad de Lima publishes this fifth text of the Architecture Collection, in order to highlight the work of important Peruvian architecture figures. This is a unique issue because it modifies the scheme of contents worked in previous editions. The reason behind this is that Architect José García Bryce not only developed important architecture projects, but also created a theoretical and historiographical body that guided many architects in their roles of planners and professors/researchers.
Arana Orrego Torres: Historia de un emprendimiento
Year of publication: 2017
AOT is not only an acronym for the Peruvian contemporary architecture. It was—for over 40 years—probably the most organized office of architects in Peru. His work was quite important, such the Jorge Chávez International Airport, Química Suiza building, IBM headquarters, among other buildings recorded in this book.
Mario Bianco: El espacio moderno en el Perú
Year of publication: 2017
Following the Architecture Undergraduate Program's interest of rebuilding and valuing the Peruvian architecture of 21st century, the third issue of the Architecture Collection showcases the work of Italian Architect Mario Bianco during his three years in Peru. As many other migrant Italians, Bianco contributed to the cultural consolidation of the 20th century and started the modern space in Peru with remarkable projects such as Departamento de Arquitectura, casa D'Onofrio or Hotel Savoy.
Walter Weberhofer y el proyecto moderno en el Perú
Year of publication: 2016
With the final aim to disseminate the work of Walter Weberhofer (1923-2002)—considered one of the most outstanding representatives of modern Peruvian architecture—the Architecture Undergraduate Program of Universidad de Lima publishes this title, which is the second issue of the Architecture Collection. The main goal is to communicate the integral work of architects, theorists, and critics, together with the work of Ulima professors and students.
Héctor Velarde: arquitecto y humanista
Year of publication: 2013
Héctor Velarde is a iconic figure in the history of Peruvian architecture and also for the Architecture Undergraduate Program of Universidad de Lima. His legacy has materialized and consolidated in a very short time through courses and academic presentations and events.
The Architecture Undergraduate Program of Universidad de Lima publishes annually two catalogs of projects carried out by students in the Architecture Project courses (basic and vertical levels).
Click on each title to learn more about each catalog: I Expo Anual de Arquitectura, II Expo Anual de Arquitectura, III Expo Anual de Arquitectura, IV Expo Anual Talleres Básicos, IV Expo Anual Talleres Verticales, V Expo Anual Talleres Básicos, V Expo Anual Talleres Verticales, VI Expo Anual Talleres Básicos, VI Expo Anual Talleres Verticales, VII Expo Anual Talleres Básicos, VII Expo Anual Talleres Verticales, VII Expo Anual Rímac, VIII Expo Anual de Arquitectura, IX Expo Anual de Arquitectura, X Expo Anual de Arquitectura, XI Expo Anual de Arquitectura, XII Expo Anual de Arquitectura
ARQUlima is the official blog of the Architecture Undergraduate Program at Universidad de Lima. The views and opinions of professors expressed herein are personal and do not necessarily state or reflect those of Universidad de Lima.
- CAMMP
- Historia de los pueblos de indios de Cusco y Apurímac
- Héctor Velarde
Catálogo Arquitectura Movimiento Moderno Perú
Year of publication: 2017
Authors: Alejandra Acevedo and Michelle Llona
Catálogo Arquitectura Movimiento Moderno Perú (CAMMP) is the first initiative to map and document the most important buildings of the national production in the modern period. The research focuses—chronologically—on the architectural production of that time, which reached its peak in the 1950s.
Website
Find this in our Library
Gold medal in the Pan-American Architecture Biennial of Quito (BAQ 2018)
Historia de los pueblos de indios de Cusco y Apurímac
Year of publication: 2014
Autrors: Graciela María Viñuales and Ramón Gutiérrez
After a long journey through the history and geography of cities, towns, and villages, as well as their own experiences in Cusco and Apurímac by the end of the 1970s, the authors—Argentinian architects and historians—present this book that includes descriptions and comments about the artistic expressions of the cultural Hispanic-Andean culture of the original population from those locations. This research also had the collaboration of archeologists and anthropologists.
Héctor Velarde
Year of publication: 2002
Author: Ramón Gutiérrez
In this book, the author outlines a study related to the work of Héctor Velarde (1898-1989), taking as a central concept his architectural production through the graphic representation of many buildings designed by Velarde, as well as his legacy as researcher of the Peruvian architecture history. In this regard, this book addresses the biography linked to the intense professional and intellectual activity developed by our character, who encourages the continuous interest of future generations—those related to the construction discipline itself and those who appreciate the different cultural manifestations.
Directory
Fiorella Silvana Arispe Sevilla
Accreditation, Quality, and Social Responsibility
Communication Area Coordinator
acreditacionarq@ulima.edu.pe
Mónica Báez Barriga
Internship Head
Project Management Area Coordinator
mbaez@ulima.edu.pe
Octavio Adolfo Montestruque Bisso
Architecture History and Theory Area Coordinator
omontest@ulima.edu.pe
Luis Guillermo Takano Valdivia
Urbanism and Environment Area Coordinator
ltakano@ulima.edu.pe
Professors
Our professors not only excel for their academic and professional track record, but also for their vocation of teaching and promotion of ethical and critical education. Through their work, Ulima professors foster the development of knowledge, research, and social commitment to train leaders with positive impacts on society.
STUDY CIRCLES
Digital Fabrication Study Circle
The Digital Fabrication Study Circle (CEFADI) explores digital fabrication tools through the development of projects at different scales and with various technologies, such as 3D printing, 3D scanning, laser cutting and CNC cutting. The projects are carried out using the machines located in the Digital Fabrication Laboratory (Fab Lab Ulima) of the Industrial Engineering Undergraduate Program.
Thus, interdisciplinary learning is promoted by integrating students and professors from different programs. Furthermore, permanent contact is established with the global network of digital fabrication laboratories (fab labs) by making guided visits to the laboratories located in Lima and maintaining digital contact with others abroad, in order to learn from their processes and advances in research.
Professors in charge
- Edwin Carlos Motte Sauter
- Vanessa Lucianna Zadel Velásquez
Information
Activities
ANNUAL ARCHITECTURE EXHIBITION
The School of Architecture presents the most outstanding projects developed during the year by its students and professors. These include projects from the basic and vertical workshops, as well as capstone projects, all within the Architectural Design field. The projects are displayed at the Ulima campus and on the school's official platforms.
Click here to visit the Annual Exhibition website.
EXHIBITIONS
The Architecture Undergraduate Program of Universidad de Lima showcases student projects from different academic areas permanently. This demonstrates the wide array and quality of projects, recognizing the most outstanding students.
- ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN AREA
- CONSTRUCTION AND STRUCTURES AREA
- COMMUNICATION AREA
- EXPOTECNOLOGÍAS
- OTHER EXHIBITIONS
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN AREA
The academic area of Architectural Design comprises Architecture Project courses and is arranged in basic workshops (semester I and II), vertical workshops (semester III to IX), and a thesis workshop (semester X). It is the backbone of education and a synthesis space of the teaching-learning process. The academic area of Architecture Project comprises the architectural design courses from semester I to X.
To learn more, click here.
Exhibitions
XII Expo Anual (2022)
XI Expo Anual (2021)
X Expo Anual (2020)
IX Expo Anual (Talleres Básicos y Verticales) (2019)
VIII Expo Anual (Talleres Básicos y Verticales) (2018)
Ideario (Taller X y Tesis) (2018)
VII Expo Anual (Talleres Básicos) (2017)
VII Expo Anual (Talleres Verticales) (2017)
VI Expo Anual (Talleres Básicos) (2016)
VI Expo Anual (Talleres Verticales) (2016)
V Expo Anual (Talleres Básicos) (2015)
V Expo Anual (Talleres Verticales) (2015)
IV Expo Anual (Talleres Básicos) (2014)
IV Expo Anual (Talleres Verticales) (2014)
III Expo Anual (2013)
II Expo Anual (2012)
I Expo Anual (2011)
Expo En Proceso (2010)
Expo Fundamentos (2010)
CONSTRUCTION AND STRUCTURES AREA
The academic area of Construction and Structures is the scientific area of this profession. It comprises courses around materials and construction procedures, as well as courses on resistance and measurement.
Exhibitions
I Expo del Área de Construcción y Estructuras (2013)
COMMUNICATION AREA
It comprises the drawing and communication courses, which aim to provide future architects with the right competences to represent and communicate architecture matters efficiently.
2017
Exposición de Dibujo (2017)
2013
I Expo del Área de Comunicaciones de la Carrera de Arquitectura (2013)
EXPOTECNOLOGÍAS
The School of Engineering—formed by the Civil, Systems, and Industrial Engineering Undergraduate Programs— and the School of Architecture are pleased to announce the Expotecnologías during the Week of Engineering and Architecture. This event brings together different student projects from the four undergraduate programs, with a participatory and interaction approach. Attendees can enjoy this event through exhibitions, guided tours and audiovisual material, making this a unique dynamic and technical experience.
Exhibitions
Expotecnologías 2016
Expotecnologías 2015
Expotecnologías 2014
OTHER EXHIBITIONS
- 2011
- 2012
- 2013
- 2014
- 2015
- 2016
- 2017
- 2018
Lifelong Learning
Keep your competences, skills and knowledge updated throughout your entire professional life.
- GRADUATE STUDIES
- EXECUTIVE EDUCATION
- STUDY ABROAD
- LANGUAGES
GRADUATE STUDIES
Our master's and doctoral programs focus on training interdisciplinary professionals who promote innovation, entrepreneurships and research.
EXECUTIVE EDUCATION
The Executive Education Bureau (DEC) at Universidad de Lima offers workshops, courses, and specialization programs to train executives, professionals, and businesspeople in specific management areas.
STUDY ABROAD
If you wish to study abroad, this is the right place to find all relevant information about scholarships and academic opportunities.
LANGUAGES
Ulima Language Center provides students with the right tools and knowledge to communicate in English in different situations. Below you can find some of our programs:
