Architecture courses (RIBA Part 1)

Our degrees provide a balance of theory, design work and professional experience. You'll learn how to lead on projects, solve complex problems and communicate your ideas while thinking about the wider responsibilities of the architect.

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Our BA courses are fully accredited by the Architects Registration Board (ARB) and the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA). There are three stages in becoming registered as an architect. 

Undergraduate

Architecture BA

2024-25
/ September start
A Levels AAA
UCAS code K100
3 years
/ Full-time
Accredited

Recognised by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA), our Architecture BA provides you with a broad knowledge ranging across the sciences and humanities. Through lectures, studio-based design work and professional experience you'll explore how architecture improves the lives of those who inhabit and use it.
    Undergraduate

    Architecture and Landscape BA

    2024-25
    / September start
    A Levels AAA
    UCAS code KK13
    3 years
    / Full-time
    Accredited

    Gain two professional qualifications, in architecture and landscape architecture, with this unique three year honours degree. The dual degree course is an exciting and challenging programme which explores the integrated design of buildings and the wider landscape environment.

    • Dual honours
    Undergraduate

    Structural Engineering and Architecture MEng

    2024-25
    / September start
    A Levels AAA
    UCAS code HK21
    4 years
    / Full-time
    Accredited

    This dual course combines the essentials of an architecture course and a structural engineering course, principally aimed at buildings and structures. It covers the essentials of both disciplines, so you could become an architect or an engineer.

    • Dual honours
    • Optional placement year
    Undergraduate

    Structural Engineering and Architecture with an Industrial Placement Year MEng

    2024-25
    / September start
    A Levels AAA
    UCAS code HK22
    5 years
    / Full-time
    Accredited

    Along with first-hand industry experience, this dual course combines the essentials of an architecture and a structural engineering degree so you could become an architect or an engineer.

    • Dual honours
    • Industry placement

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    International Merit Scholarships

    We offer a generous package of financial support for international students including 75 undergraduate scholarships worth £10,000 towards the annual tuition fee and 125 postgraduate taught scholarships worth £5,000 towards the tuition fee. Applications are now open for existing offer holders.

    Scholarships for international students