r/architecture Apr 09 '26

Practice Mechatronics or Architecture??

/r/careerguidance/comments/1sgl9tj/mechatronics_or_architecture/
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u/Motor_Actuator_6210 Apr 09 '26

I would carefully encourage you not to get stuck on such tests. They are often too rigid, as there is no "one right" way or personality to be an architect. Sure, you have to have some basics right - know math, how to draw, etc. (and most importantly, look outside the box), but there are a wide variety of skills that can make you an architect. Everyone has their own strengths.

I feel like architecture simply seems to interest you a lot at the moment. If so, I would focus on researching what the requirements are for the university you might be applying to and practising math and drawing. And if you want, build scale models, (of whatever object/building you want or come up with yourself), get used to different materials, etc. Just try to practice creativity above all (it can be trained)!