Do I really need Art A-Level for Architecture at University of Cambridge?

I'm going to get right into it, as the title says, I'm trying to study architecture at University of Cambridge, however I haven't picked Art A-level. I did, however switched it to physics.
I'm currently studying physics, chemistry and maths, and was wondering if I can still do a course for architechture at University of Cambridge? I'm planning to do a EPQ about architecture when it comes round to it, and slowly planning to develop a portfolio for university applications. (btw, I did study art in GCSE and got a grade 6)
If its hard or impossible, thats fine, and would appreciate any alternative universitys to study architecture, I was also thinking UCL.
Thanks for any help!

To be honest, the 6 in GCSE art may hinder your application the most.
You don’t need to do A-Level art for architecture, for most universities including Cambridge it’s a recommendation, not a requirement. With that being said if they don’t require it, they’d want to see artistic evidence through a portfolio. Them seeing a 6 in GCSE art may tell them enough about your artistic ability- especially for schools like UCL that place emphasis on creativity within architecture. If you wanted to go to a creative school, I don’t see why you wouldn’t want to take A-Level art. If you could produce some decent artwork closer to your application time, they would probably look past the 6. If you could, switch physics or chem back to Art. Even though you have a lot of time to make new art for your portfolio, it’s going to be difficult seeing you do rigorous A-levels already. Doing A-Level art just simplifies the process.
Speaking as someone that has already applied for architecture and is doing Art and Physics, art will help you more, and obviously physics is really hard and you’ll end up spending a lot of your time revising for it. Your current subject combination feels more suited for engineering or med rather than something artistic like architecture, so think carefully about what you want to do.
Cambridge are more theory based so it may not be too bad, but it does say somewhere on their site that 90% of applicants took Alevel art, some other popular subjects being physics, maths, DT or geography/history.
Bath is a great school too which focuses on the mathematic side of architecture which your subjects seem more catered towards, Loughborough and Manchester are great too. Maybe look at UCLs engineering and architectural design course which blends both principles and gives you accreditation for both of them.
Good luck!

Thanks for the help! Since posting, I've been considering other choices in universties and courses. I was doing a Art alevel, however I felt like it restricted me too much in what I was doing, and in general wasn't enjoying what I was doing and the results, thats why I switched it for physics and have not regretted it. I have a passion outside of school for it, and especially the architectural side of things, which I couldn't express in my art alevels, I know with the time I have left I could produce a well-put together portfolio. I do see why you think it's weird to have such non-creative subjects and wanting to apply for a creative subject and thank you for the alternative options, I was wondering if UCL prefers an art alevel, because their website doesn't clearly state it, or should I just go for engineering, cause I don't think I want to waste one of my applications when alevels are preferred. Thanks again, I appreciate the help.
(also checked, I got a 7 in art, my mistake)

UCL places a lot of emphasis on portfolio, as long as your portfolio is strong- it doesn’t matter so much whether you have A level art or not. Many people have got in with subject combinations like yours but a strong portfolio to go with it, so don’t even worry about it. Just because most successful applicants have A level art does not mean UCL prefer it, but like I said it is very advantageous. Schools like Cambridge and Bath however do explicitly say they prefer art, but you don’t need it.
As for you wanting to do engineering, simply apply for what you’re passionate about. You can mix up your application and apply to some engineering schools and some architecture schools. It’s completely up to you. You aren’t wasting an application by taking subjects a school doesn’t prefer, so don’t think so much about that. Perfect your personal statement, portfolio and grades, and your application will be just as strong as someone who takes art.