BSc Architecture
Course overview
This course is accredited by both the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) and the Architects Registration Board (ARB). It focuses on a practical, hands-on approach to learning, with an emphasis on imagination and communication. Students will use drawing and model-making in their studio work to improve their creative skills.
The programme prepares students for today's world by combining art, history, and theory with practical studio sessions. Students will be taught by experienced staff who will help them develop their critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills. By the time they graduate, they will have a fantastic understanding of how global issues and local factors influence architecture.
Entry requirements
Candidates are required to submit a personal statement in which they discuss their reasons for applying for the course and other relevant information regarding their studies. A relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CV along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants need a minimum of 128 UCAS points. This can be achieved through various qualifications, such as an A-level in any subject, with a minimum grade of ABB.
- Other qualifications, like a Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma, may also be considered, with a minimum grade of DDD. For applicants who studied for the International Baccalaureate, a minimum of 34 points is required.
English Proficiency:
- Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds may need to score at least 6.5 overall in IELTS, with a minimum of 5.5 in each section, or submit equivalent test scores.
Scholarships
25% Alumni Discount
Alumni who hold an undergraduate or postgraduate degree are now eligible for a 25% discount on the majority of published postgraduate taught full-time or part-time course fees including postgraduate certificates, diplomas.
Coventry University Group Scholarship
£2,000 scholarship per year of study.
Up to £2,000Sports Scholarships
£1,500 or £3,000 per year
Vice-Chancellor Undergraduate Scholarship
Up to £4,000 off a full-time Undergraduate degree: Year 1 – £2,000, Year 2 – £1,000 and Year 3 – £1,000.
Career opportunities
Upon completing the course, graduates can pursue careers as:
- Architect
- Architectural Technologist
- Urban Designer
- Landscape Architect
- Town Planner
Cost of study
The tuition fee for the BSc (Hons) Architecture course is £19,850 per year for international students.
Admission
Applications for the BSc Architecture course are handled through the UCAS system. But we strongly suggest and advise applicants to contact AHZ's trained counsellors for help with the process.
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