Last uni choice for architecture
im a year 13 and i would like to study architecture, my current options are UCL, University of Sheffield, University of Manchester and UAL. i am currently studying Geography, English Lit and Art & Design at a-level. i would've added University of Bath but they require you to study maths. what should i put as my last choice?
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No, you will be automatically rejected if you do not meet their subject requirements.
Do you have a range of options based on your current predicteds AND working at grades?
Do you have a range of options based on your current predicteds AND working at grades?
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by mfahimahmedim a year 13 and i would like to study architecture, my current options are UCL, University of Sheffield, University of Manchester and UAL. i am currently studying Geography, English Lit and Art & Design at a-level. i would've added University of Bath but they require you to study maths. what should i put as my last choice?
Are you applying for 2026 entry? Or are you planning ahead for when you apply during a gap year this fall?
If you were applying for 2026 entry you've missed the deadline for equal consideration if you haven't already submitted your application by now, the deadline was the 15th of January. I suspect UCL will not consider applications received after the deadline, I'm not sure about the others.
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by mfahimahmedim a year 13 and i would like to study architecture, my current options are UCL, University of Sheffield, University of Manchester and UAL. i am currently studying Geography, English Lit and Art & Design at a-level. i would've added University of Bath but they require you to study maths. what should i put as my last choice?
You have chosen some of the most popular unis to apply to for architecture but, as noted above, you have missed the equal consideration deadline. You need to contact admissions for all your choices and ask if the course is still open to applications. You might have to consider some other options now. Take a look at Oxford Brookes, Lancaster, York (it's a new course so not yet popular), Cardiff, Reading, etc. But again, check with admissions before applying.
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by normawYou have chosen some of the most popular unis to apply to for architecture but, as noted above, you have missed the equal consideration deadline. You need to contact admissions for all your choices and ask if the course is still open to applications. You might have to consider some other options now. Take a look at Oxford Brookes, Lancaster, York (it's a new course so not yet popular), Cardiff, Reading, etc. But again, check with admissions before applying.
Sorry i shouldve specified that i sent my applications with my last choice empty on the 14th of jan
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by artful_loungerAre you applying for 2026 entry? Or are you planning ahead for when you apply during a gap year this fall?
If you were applying for 2026 entry you've missed the deadline for equal consideration if you haven't already submitted your application by now, the deadline was the 15th of January. I suspect UCL will not consider applications received after the deadline, I'm not sure about the others.
If you were applying for 2026 entry you've missed the deadline for equal consideration if you haven't already submitted your application by now, the deadline was the 15th of January. I suspect UCL will not consider applications received after the deadline, I'm not sure about the others.
I sent my applications with my last choice empty on the 14th of jan sorry for not specifying
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by mfahimahmedI sent my applications with my last choice empty on the 14th of jan sorry for not specifying
As I understand it while you can still add choices, as the choices are submitted after the equal consideration deadline the universities are free to consider them or not essentially. If this is the case as above for UCL I suspect they will not consider it.
@Admit-One or @PQ might be able to confirm if that is the case? UCAS's website is not explicitly clear although they do make reference to the deadlines for the courses being applied to: https://www.ucas.com/applying/after-you-apply/making-changes-to-your-application-after-you-apply#changed-your-mind-about-your-replies
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Have been away from UG admissions for a while, but my understanding is that an additional choice added now will still be flagged as late. A call to UCAS will confirm.
Just to confirm - yes if you add a choice now then it will be flagged as "Late".
It looks like UCL at least has closed and I would suggest a phone call before adding any of the others UCAS search for vacancies
It looks like UCL at least has closed and I would suggest a phone call before adding any of the others UCAS search for vacancies
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by mfahimahmedim a year 13 and i would like to study architecture, my current options are UCL, University of Sheffield, University of Manchester and UAL. i am currently studying Geography, English Lit and Art & Design at a-level. i would've added University of Bath but they require you to study maths. what should i put as my last choice?
Hey there, that’s such an exciting set of choices, architecture is a brilliant field to go into. For your final option, it would be worth considering Architecture at LSBU. Our course is very design focused and studio based, which means you spend a lot of time developing your creative ideas, building models, and working on live briefs that reflect real world projects in London.
With your A levels in Geography, English Literature and Art and Design, you already have a strong combination. Art and Design is particularly valuable for architecture because of the portfolio element, and Geography helps you think about space, environment and urban development. At LSBU, we place strong emphasis on creativity, sustainability and employability, and being based in central London means you are surrounded by architecture, regeneration projects and industry opportunities every day.
You are very welcome to come and check out London South Bank University and see what student life is like. It is one thing reading about a course online, but it is completely different walking around campus and picturing yourself here. We have a Southwark Open Day on Saturday 21st March 2026 where you can meet lecturers, explore the facilities, and get clear answers about courses and support (https://www.lsbu.ac.uk/study/study-at-lsbu/open-days). If you cannot make it for an open day, you can book a campus tour on a day that suits you (https://www.lsbu.ac.uk/study/study-at-lsbu/open-days). You can also chat with our current students on Unibuddy to hear their experiences and ask your questions directly (https://www.lsbu.ac.uk/student-life/chat).
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