is to learn – everything from design theory to calculating structural stresses on a wall. Then there is the very time consuming nature of the degree. Almost all classes are project based, which is inherently very time consuming, with few or no shortcuts. To top this off, the student body is typically very competitive, which forces professors to grade harshly.
Despite the skills required, and the responsibilities architects hold, architects make relatively little money. This is due to a difficulty quantifying what architects do, an environment of too many architects and not enough jobs, and issues with scaling the business side of the profession. This mixed with the stress and long hours associated with architecture can lead many to frustration.
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