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Vol. 6 No. 3 (2026)
International Journal of Academic Research for Humanities

Research Articles

Artificial Intelligence in Undergraduate Architecture Education: Opportunities and Challenges in Pakistan

https://doi.org/10.67244/jar.bwo-researches.v6i3.a635

Published 25-09-2026

  • Sannah Ejaz
    • ,
  • Meezan Ali Mir
    • ,
  • Uzma Kabir

Sannah Ejaz
Assistant Professor, Department of Architecture, COMSATS University Islamabad, Pakistan

Meezan Ali Mir
Associate Professor, Department of Art and Design, COMSATS University Islamabad, Pakistan

Uzma Kabir
Department of Architecture, COMSATS University Islamabad, Pakistan

Abstract

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has influenced academia by offering tools that are effective for design learning, curriculum, research, and assessment. This research explores the development of existing teaching methods and emphasizes the responsibilities of the instructor. It discusses effective usage of artificial intelligence (AI) in architecture education and the drawbacks associated with it, especially in the context of Pakistan. Although there is an increasing global interest, there is a scarcity of research about the effects of this phenomenon on undergraduate architecture education in Pakistan. A descriptive research design draws on global literature to explain the potential role and use of AI and synthesises key themes related to creativity, ethics, infrastructure, and curriculum for future research directions. In summary, the research proves that a conscious and balanced approach to integration is important in ensuring that AI works to complement the creative processes of humans and preserves the values of design education.

Keywords

AI in education, artificial intelligence, architecture education, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, Higher Education

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