Official Architecture Applicants Thread 2026
If you're applying to university for Architecture for 2026 entry, this is the place to introduce yourself to fellow applicants, ask questions and share your experience of applying so far. 
A few questions you could answer to get the conversation going:
If your still thinking about which unis to apply to, have a look at the following thread regarding A level entry requirements for architecture:
A Levels for Architecture
You can find a directory linking to all of the other university applicant threads here
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A few questions you could answer to get the conversation going:
What universities are you thinking of?
A level / BTEC/ IB / Higher subjects and predicted grades?
Extra curriculars/work experience?
A level / BTEC/ IB / Higher subjects and predicted grades?
Extra curriculars/work experience?
If your still thinking about which unis to apply to, have a look at the following thread regarding A level entry requirements for architecture:
A Levels for Architecture
You can find a directory linking to all of the other university applicant threads here
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Reply 1
The market of Architecture is so saturated in London that the average pay now is not worth the 7 years invested at Uni.
I recommend signing up to Accelerate, STORE STORE, the maker Challenge and speakers for schools have really good works experiences in Architecture.
Also, Uni don't care about maths nor Physics, it's all a Myth.
Yeah.
I recommend signing up to Accelerate, STORE STORE, the maker Challenge and speakers for schools have really good works experiences in Architecture.
Also, Uni don't care about maths nor Physics, it's all a Myth.
Yeah.
Reply 2
Anyone have any idea how to pick between bath/sheffield/loughborough or Cardiff?
Reply 3
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by Mr.HydeAnyone have any idea how to pick between bath/sheffield/loughborough or Cardiff?
I think Cardiff does Bsc or something, apparently theres more essays although i could be wrong. Bath is a bit more technical/engineering. Sheffield and Loughborough is BA which is more artistic. This is over simplified obviously. Its just to give you an idea but check the course details and modules on their websites. Go to their open days and try out some of their courses. You can also look at the uni rankings, Sheffield is a number one in architecture similar to Loughborough. Have a look at their facilities too because some may have a more advance technology than others.
Hope that helps 🌝
Reply 4
Hi everyone 👋
I’m not applying this year, but I studied at the Architectural Association in London. Thought I’d drop in because I remember how stressful this stage can feel.
If anyone has questions about portfolios, general preparation, or interviews, I’d be happy to share what helped me when I was applying. Feel free to reach out anytime!
Good luck to everyone applying — it’s a tough process, but also a really exciting time!
I’m not applying this year, but I studied at the Architectural Association in London. Thought I’d drop in because I remember how stressful this stage can feel.
If anyone has questions about portfolios, general preparation, or interviews, I’d be happy to share what helped me when I was applying. Feel free to reach out anytime!
Good luck to everyone applying — it’s a tough process, but also a really exciting time!
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by Mr.HydeAnyone have any idea how to pick between bath/sheffield/loughborough or Cardiff?
Have you been to any open days or looked at the end-of-year degree show work?
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by dragontail_LiaI think Cardiff does Bsc or something, apparently theres more essays although i could be wrong. Bath is a bit more technical/engineering. Sheffield and Loughborough is BA which is more artistic. This is over simplified obviously. Its just to give you an idea but check the course details and modules on their websites. Go to their open days and try out some of their courses. You can also look at the uni rankings, Sheffield is a number one in architecture similar to Loughborough. Have a look at their facilities too because some may have a more advance technology than others.
Hope that helps 🌝
Hope that helps 🌝
The title of the course (BA, BSc, BArch) makes no difference to the content of the course. UCL's course is probably seen as the most creative architecture course and it's a BSc.
Reply 7
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by ArchiMasaHi everyone 👋
I’m not applying this year, but I studied at the Architectural Association in London. Thought I’d drop in because I remember how stressful this stage can feel.
If anyone has questions about portfolios, general preparation, or interviews, I’d be happy to share what helped me when I was applying. Feel free to reach out anytime!
Good luck to everyone applying — it’s a tough process, but also a really exciting time!
I’m not applying this year, but I studied at the Architectural Association in London. Thought I’d drop in because I remember how stressful this stage can feel.
If anyone has questions about portfolios, general preparation, or interviews, I’d be happy to share what helped me when I was applying. Feel free to reach out anytime!
Good luck to everyone applying — it’s a tough process, but also a really exciting time!
Hi,
Do you know when I would have to have my portfolio ready for 2026 entry?
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by gaunt-coupletHi,
Do you know when I would have to have my portfolio ready for 2026 entry?
Do you know when I would have to have my portfolio ready for 2026 entry?
Once you submit your UCAS application, unis can request it quite quickly and will usually give you on average of 3-6 weeks to submit it. My recommendation is, don't submit your UCAS application until your portfolio is ready. If you are applying to Cambridge, just submit that choice by the October deadline and add your other choices by the January deadline.
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by normawOnce you submit your UCAS application, unis can request it quite quickly and will usually give you on average of 3-6 weeks to submit it. My recommendation is, don't submit your UCAS application until your portfolio is ready. If you are applying to Cambridge, just submit that choice by the October deadline and add your other choices by the January deadline.
I thought you had to apply to all of your uni choices at once when applying to Oxbridge because you can only submit one UCAS application… is this false?
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by ann!naI thought you had to apply to all of your uni choices at once when applying to Oxbridge because you can only submit one UCAS application… is this false?
You have one application with five choices. You can submit your application with just one choice (or two or three choices) and then add the rest later.
Reply 11
I plan on submitting my ucas with chem socio and maths but if I change the maths for statistics will this narrow down my offers?
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by makeoutcreekI plan on submitting my ucas with chem socio and maths but if I change the maths for statistics will this narrow down my offers?
It depends on where you want to apply. If it is one of the few unis that require of prefer maths for architecture, then it is best to contact admissions and ask before you apply. For those unis that don't specify any subject requirements, it won't matter.
Reply 13
Do you have a list of potential interview questions?
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by ArchiMasaHi everyone 👋
I’m not applying this year, but I studied at the Architectural Association in London. Thought I’d drop in because I remember how stressful this stage can feel.
If anyone has questions about portfolios, general preparation, or interviews, I’d be happy to share what helped me when I was applying. Feel free to reach out anytime!
Good luck to everyone applying — it’s a tough process, but also a really exciting time!
I’m not applying this year, but I studied at the Architectural Association in London. Thought I’d drop in because I remember how stressful this stage can feel.
If anyone has questions about portfolios, general preparation, or interviews, I’d be happy to share what helped me when I was applying. Feel free to reach out anytime!
Good luck to everyone applying — it’s a tough process, but also a really exciting time!
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by Mr.HydeDo you have a list of potential interview questions?
They can't be shared on TSR as it gives an unfair advantage to students who follow.
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Reply 15
My portfolio has 1 ceramic some photography and some 3d model but for the drawings a lot of my drawings are digital I don’t really draw on paper is that a problem and do I need to have more paper drawn ones?
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by makeoutcreekMy portfolio has 1 ceramic some photography and some 3d model but for the drawings a lot of my drawings are digital I don’t really draw on paper is that a problem and do I need to have more paper drawn ones?
Hand drawing is an important skill for the course (particularly in first year) so most unis would expect to see some examples in your portfolio. Have a look at the following thread:
https://www.thestudentroom.co.uk/showthread.php?p=96239577
Reply 17
Can anyone goes ucl for architecture check my portfolio and give me critiques on what to improve on before I send it
Reply 18
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by makeoutcreekCan anyone goes ucl for architecture check my portfolio and give me critiques on what to improve on before I send it
Would they be able to do the same for me please?
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by makeoutcreekCan anyone goes ucl for architecture check my portfolio and give me critiques on what to improve on before I send it
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by jraj25Would they be able to do the same for me please?
It's not possible to do so on TSR without sharing personal details, which is not allowed for safeguarding reasons. Do you have an art teacher who can look at it for you?
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