Architecture BA (Hons)

Are you inspired by design and fascinated by buildings, architecture, urban and landscape spaces that make up the world around us? Do you question what inspires their creation, their purpose, who designs them and how theyre created and what might happen to them in the future? If so, then this programme is designed for you. Youtake the first step to becoming an Architect an exciting career pathway that influences a fast-paced industry in a rapidly changing world. Weencourage you to bring your imagination to life, challenge perceptions and become a future-focused design creative who explores ways to improve and enhance the lives of other people.

We as a course and university understand the importance of sustainability and energy use in the future of buildings and the wider built environment. The course hence boldly embraces the notion of retrofit-first in all its teaching whilst promoting sustainable design as a compulsory component of any proposal. What this means is that the projects you will work with will in most cases engage with existing buildings- promoting reuse, adaptation, upcycle and recycle scenarios whilst promoting very modern architecture. All this will be overarched by sustainable design principles which will govern the way the project thinking and final proposals evolve. Youstudy the history of art and architecture, visual and spatial design, materiality, construction, ethics, economics and digital communication. The complexity of projects will increase semester by semester ranging from small and simple proposals to large and multifunctional considerations.

Study style

This course is aimed towards a professional career pathway in architecture which demands knowledge of a broad range of interconnected disciplines and technical knowledge. Youstudy both individually and collaboratively, experiencing design alongside interrelated disciplines like construction, digital software, arts and historical theory, urban studies and sustainability.

Youwork in a range of social, economic, cultural and environmental contexts on a wide range of projects from micro-architectural objects through to complex resilient super cities. Youuse up-to-date communication, construction and environmental techniques to make the most appropriate use of the built and natural environments.

Youbenefit from the expertise of specialist practice and research-active lecturers, who provide a rich and stimulating environment in which to study architecture. Youexplore, collaborate and design alongside your peers in dedicated studio space, working with the latest digital software, BIM, 3d scanning and printing, as well as dedicated model making workshop.

Graduates from this course can go on to work in:

• Architecture
• Architectural Technology
• Interior Design
• Landscape Architecture
• Urban Design and Master Planning
• Planning
• Project Management
• Real Estate
• Product Design
• Graphic Design
• Lighting Design
• Furniture Design
• Set Design
• Design Manager
• Site Manager
• Architectural Journalism.

• Read the course information online and check out the course modules (classes).
• Check out the international events including virtual talks and taster sessions as well as our physical events and fairs in various countries.
• Chat to a current student online.
• Meet with one of our regional representatives, or contact our Admissions Team to learn more about our courses.

You’ll need to check the course page and your country page to ensure you hold the necessary qualifications. You’ll also need to check that you meet the English Language requirements.

Some courses require an interview, audition or the submission of a portfolio containing examples of your work as part of the application process. Visit our Interviews and requirements page to find out more.

There are several options available to you when it comes to making your application:

• Contact one of our agents in your country for support with the application process.
• Contact a regional representatives in the International Team to apply directly.
• Apply via UCAS, the UK Universities and Colleges Admissions Service.

The university accepts applications on a rolling basis, with no firm deadline to apply. However, please note that some courses are competitive with places filling up quickly, so we recommend applying as early as possible. You should be aware that students requiring a student visa to travel to the UK for their course are bound by CAS request deadlines.