Building Construction Science

Building Construction Science Transfer Students

I want to transfer to Mississippi State University. I interested in a Bachelor of Science degree in building construction science.


Admissions 

Apply to Mississippi State University and indicate “building construction science” as your preferred major.

Brasfield & Gorrie Competition

The Brasfield & Gorrie Student Design Competition is an annual interdisciplinary design competition composed of teams of students from each department in the College of Architecture, Art and Design (CAAD) at Mississippi State University. The goal is to expose students to an interdisciplinary project delivery system to facilitate the design of a structure that incorporates sustainability, innovation and LEED construction principles. It is the goal of the competition to overcome preconceived ideas of the roles traditionally assumed by the various disciplines in the college.

Building Construction Science History

The Mississippi State University Building Construction Science (BCS) degree program was established by the Mississippi Board of Trustees of the Institutions of Higher Learning (IHL) in 2006. The program joined the School of Architecture, Department of Art, and Interior Design Program in the College of Architecture, Art and Design – which was established in 2004. 

The BCS Program stemmed from a request from the Mississippi Associated Builders and Contractors in1999. 

3B & Studio 4: Third-Year Collaborative Studio

ARC 3546: Studio 3B/ BCS 3126: Studio 4
Third-year, spring

Building Construction Science Advisory Board

The Department of Building Construction Science continues to enjoy excellent support from dedicated construction professionals through their active and voluntary participation in the BCS Industry Advisory Board (IAB). Through its efforts, this board merges the needs and expectations of the construction industry with the academy to form a strong partnership that enhances the quality of the education needed to produce the construction professional of the 21st century. The board supports the BCS department through giving input into and influencing the direction of the program.

National Roofing Contractor’s Alliance (NRCA)

A student team participated in the National Roofing Contractor’s Alliance (NRCA) competition. The alliance's 2019 Construction Management Student Competition was a “hallmark competition that promotes careers in roofing industry management. The competition is designed to challenge students' roofing knowledge, construction management skills, time management, and organizational and presentation skills.”


A Professional Organization of

Associated Builders and Contractors

BCS students operate a student chapter of the Associated Builders and Contractors,  a national construction industry trade association representing more than 21,000 members.


A Professional Organization of

Associated General Contractors

The Mississippi State University Building Construction Science student team won third place in the Region II Design Build competition in Peachtree City, Georgia, in spring 2018. The competition is sponsored by the Associated General Contractors.


A Professional Organization of

Required Materials and Fees for BCS Students

The Building Construction Science degree program has some additional fees for materials, field trips, and other items that enhance our students’ education. The program strives to be able to offer comparatively low lab fees thanks to support from alumni and friends.

Students also need to purchase a variety of tools and materials to help them succeed in their studio coursework.

Computer Requirements

Architecture

(662) 325-2202

Building Construction Science

(662) 325-8305

Interior Design

(662) 325-0530

Dean's Office

(662) 325-5150