Architecture
Entry requirements
A level
Typical offer BBB (120 UCAS points), one of which comes from a relevant subject area such as art, humanities or the social sciences. English Language and Mathematics GCSE at grade C/grade 4 or above (or equivalent qualification).
Access to Higher Education Diploma in a relevant design subject is acceptable for entry. You will need 60 credits overall with 45 credits at Level 3. QAA accredited course required.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
English Language and Mathematics GCSEs at grade C (grade 4 from 2017) or above (or equivalent).
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
A minimum of 15 points at the higher level and a minimum of 4 points in English and Maths.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Scottish Higher
A minimum of 120 UCAS points, including four passes at grade C.
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About this course
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**Why study this course?**
This undergraduate architecture degree is your first step towards a professional career in architecture as you’ll complete the course with exemption from RIBA Part 1. Through our combination of practical design work, formal teaching and field work, you’ll gain the skills and experience necessary to continue on to complete your RIBA part 2 and 3.
The Metropolitan Architecture Student Society (MASS) is very active in organising lectures, events and socials, and has a wide network of industry sponsors. To see what they're up to, follow MASS on Instagram and Twitter.
**More about this course**
This degree course offers a multifaceted design-based education that, on successful completion, provides exemption from RIBA 1 – the first stage of a professional qualification in architecture. Typically, graduates go on to RIBA Part 2 and 3 at London Metropolitan University.
Our course is centred on three key themes: the idea and practice of making, an architect’s professional duty of care, and social and environmental responsibility.
You'll take classes in our well-resourced design studios, where you’ll have the chance to work with high-end analogue and digital printing facilities. You’ll also get access to our textile, ceramic, furniture-making and photography workshops.
We complement formal teaching and field work with practical design exploration. The staff is made up of renowned practitioners who bring a wealth of technical expertise to the table and who provide insight into industry best practices within a constantly evolving arena.
With their combined knowledge of traditional and contemporary practices, and of basic principles and new innovations, they're well equipped to help you work towards your own developmental goals and to explore potential career paths.
**What our students say**
"We did real life projects, went to real places. We were fully immersed in what we were doing. I could call on my tutors whenever I needed their help or advice. I felt very supported. My staff comment on how knowledgeable and skilled I am because a lot of what I learned in architecture at London Met I still use today."
Demi Owoseje, Architecure BA graduate
"The architecture degree allowed me to present documents at a level that’s not usual in the corporate or tech world – there were definitely aspects that I took from architecture and the course and the lecturers that helped with the business."
Nathan Maalo, Architecture BA graduate
Modules
Example Year 1 modules include:
Critical & Contextual Studies 1 (Architecture) (core, 30 credits)
Design Project 1.2 (core, 30 credits)
Design Skills 1.1 (core, 30 credits)
Technology 1 (core, 30 credits)
Year 2 modules include:
Critical & Contextual Studies 2 (Architecture) (core, 30 credits)
Design Project 2.2 (core, 30 credits)
Design Skills 2.1 (core, 30 credits)
Technology 2 (core, 30 credits)
Year 3 modules include:
Critical & Contextual Studies 3: Dissertation (Architecture) (core, 30 credits)
Design Project Development 3.1 (core, 30 credits)
Design Project Resolution 3.2: Comprehensive Design Project (core, 30 credits)
Integrated Design Audit (core, 30 credits)
Assessment methods
The Architects' Registration Board (ARB) and the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) set out general criteria for assessment within the "Prescription of Qualifications".
Project work makes up 50 per cent of your final mark in each year, and you'll be assessed primarily on your achievements, demonstration of competence and the quality of the work in your portfolio.
Tuition fees
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Aldgate
School of Art, Architecture and Design
What students say
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How do students rate their degree experience?
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Top job areas of graduates
Architecture had a difficult time a few years back during the great recession, but those days are over and the degree is in demand as house building and infrastructure have increased in importance. Most working architects secure jobs in the architecture industry, more usually starting as assistants rather than full-blown architects or chartered technicians. Some, however, move into management, design or marketing roles, where they find their planning, design and project management skills are very welcome. Nearly half the architecture-related jobs last year were in London or the South-East, and this group are rather more likely than average to find their jobs through personal contacts, so polish your networking skills, or see if you can get work experience if you want to succeed as an architect.
What about your long term prospects?
Looking further ahead, below is a rough guide for what graduates went on to earn.
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