Architecture

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Course summary
Position yourself at the forefront of environmental building design and creative thinking
Hone your design, drawing and modelling skills in in state-of-the-art design studios
Work on real-world projects across diverse landscapes and architectural challenges
Take on placement opportunities to gain real-world experience with UK-leading architectural practices
Join a forward-thinking community of architects who are socially aware, environmentally focused and digitally prepared
With an emphasis on applied learning, this BArch Architecture course will help you develop your potential and achieve your goals, so you can shape the future of architecture.

How you learn
All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive.

Our academics bring a wealth of professional experience, cutting-edge knowledge and research into our studios. We also have a great team of visiting lecturers from some of the UK’s prestigious architectural practices.

In our workshop spaces you’ll have support from specialist technicians. Here you’ll have access to a range of design software, modelling equipment and digital fabrication machines.

You learn through:
Small group seminars
Studio design tutorials
Lectures
Workshop practicals
Coursework
Design portfolio assessments
Physical model assessments
Illustrated reports
Essays
Placement opportunities
Verbal presentations

To support your transition into higher education, our Introduction to Architecture module is seen as an extended induction to the course. Immerse yourself in the captivating context of architecture's culture, history, and theories – to inspire your own design projects.

You’ll develop practical and technical skills – including proficiency in a range of modelling software, from Computer Aided Design (CAD) to Building Information Modelling (BIM). These tools enable you to explore designs and create data-rich environments, enhancing your capabilities as an architect.

You’ll engage in team-based projects within the design studio environment, with an opportunity to work across disciplines in an innovative collaborative project module. You’ll also work with real clients on design projects, allowing you to hone your practical skills and make tangible contributions to the world.

Applied learning
Your course has been designed to embrace real-world challenges and provide you with the practical skills and knowledge you need to succeed.

Work placements
You’ll have the opportunity to arrange a year-long work placement in between your second and third years. This gives you valuable work experience to prepare you for your future career and allows you to graduate with an Applied Professional Diploma to add to your CV.

You’ll apply a wide range of practical abilities and knowledge to real-world situations, developing independent and creative decision-making skills.

Live projects 
You’ll apply your knowledge, skills and research in studio design projects, with increasing challenges from year to year.

You’ll creatively engage with diverse scenarios, contexts, clients and live project briefs. Communication and collaboration are fundamental to both studio learning and architectural practice. You’ll cultivate ethical approaches to architectural practice through research, history and theory modules – exploring social and political issues across a range of design projects.

You’ll gain a strong repertoire of skills using industry-standard digital software – from CAD to digital modelling, environmental simulation and graphic presentation.