Architecture

University of Portsmouth
Undergraduate (Integrated Masters) 4+ Year Degree MArch Full-time 2 Years Architecture and planning

About this course

Overview If you’re ready to advance your career in architecture, then our MArch Architecture degree course is the ideal next step on your pathway to become a qualified architect.

This course leads to the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) and Architects Registration Board (ARB) Part 2 exemption and teaches the professional and creative skills needed for a successful architectural career.

Our studio-based course offers a range of design studios which you can choose to join. Each has its own design ethos, theoretical positions, design briefs, and investigation methodologies.

You’ll unpack architectural topics such as urbanism, landscape, sustainability and culture, and broaden your existing knowledge, experience and skills into a postgraduate qualification.

Eligibility This course accepts UK, EU, and international students.

Course highlights

  • Develop the creative and professional abilities needed to become a practicing architect

  • Engage in collaborative projects

  • Attend guest lectures by practice directors, academic experts, and engineers, to deepen your industry knowledge – past ones include ACG, Design Engine, and Richard Sennett

  • Showcase yourself to employers and local practices by taking part in Employers Evening and the End of Year Show

  • Study a range of topics to enhance your abilities – from project management in architecture to using technology creatively and model making

  • Learn what it takes to make a successful architectural practice and business
  • Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Part-time

    Duration: 4 Years

    Qualification: MArch

    Location: Portsmouth

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 2 Years

    Qualification: MArch

    Location: Portsmouth

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2121 Civil engineers
    2451 Architects
    1122 Production managers and directors in construction
    3114 Building and civil engineering technicians
    2452 Chartered architectural technologists, planning officers and consultants
    2455 Construction project managers and related professionals

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Master of Architecture - MArch
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    2 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Portsmouth
    Scheme
    Undergraduate (Integrated Masters)
    Subjects
    Architecture and planning