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Architecture at Uni

Hi, does anyone know how the process of applying for architecture at university works and have any top tips for it or which unis to apply for? Thank you!

Reply 1

katieamypollard

I know that most places require an interview so any tips for that would be great too

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normaw

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Original post

by katieamypollard

Hi, does anyone know how the process of applying for architecture at university works and have any top tips for it or which unis to apply for? Thank you!

Original post

by katieamypollard

I know that most places require an interview so any tips for that would be great too

You apply through UCAS for up to five choices. You need to make sure that the courses you apply to are approved by RIBA (there is a list here). Select courses based on what you expect to achieve in your qualifications - one aspirational choice, three at your expected grades and one insurance choice. The majority of courses will require you to submit a portfolio of creative work as part of the application process and some (not all) will interview. Interviews usually consist of questions on your portfolio and how you developed certain pieces.