Architecture BA (Hons)

With extensive input from professionals and the chance to work on authentic projects across a diverse range of sites, this course is designed to give you the full range of skills you’ll need for a career in architecture.Northumbria University is ranked 9th in Architecture in the UK (Guardian University League Tables 2020).You will cover the five themes of architectural design; communications, history and theory, technology and environment, and practice management and law. Youll have the ...Read More

With extensive input from professionals and the chance to work on authentic projects across a diverse range of sites, this course is designed to give you the full range of skills you’ll need for a career in architecture.Northumbria University is ranked 9th in Architecture in the UK (Guardian University League Tables 2020).You will cover the five themes of architectural design; communications, history and theory, technology and environment, and practice management and law. You'll have the opportunity to take part in a European field trip which will help you to assess historical and contemporary influences on architectural design. You'll complete two major projects, one rural and one urban in context, allowing you to develop a personal approach to architectural design. You'll also learn about environment and systems integration, constructional, structural design, environmental and sustainable design, and cultural context.AccreditationAccredited by the Architects Registration Board (ARB) for the purpose of a Part 1 qualification.Accredited by the Architects Registration Board (ARB) for the purpose of eligibility for registration with that body.Validated by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) at Part 1 level for the purpose of eligibility for membership of the RIBA.Accredited by the Board of Architects Malaysia (LAM) for the purpose of eligibility for registration as a Graduate Architect with the Board of Architects Malaysia. This programme meets the accreditation criteria, attributes, knowledge and skills required in Architectural Study as stated in the Manual of Accreditation for Architecture Programme. 91% of students said that they are satisfied overall with their course (National Student Survey, 2018)