MArch Architecture ARB RIBA Part 2

The MArch Architecture (ARB/RIBA Part 2) at Kingston University is designed to equip students for a professional career by combining design innovation, sustainability, and ethical practice. The course is accredited by the ARB and RIBA and offers live projects, excellent facilities, and expert teaching to prepare students for architectural practice.

The Architects Registration Board (ARB) and Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) require the completion of parts 1, 2, and 3 to become a fully qualified architect. Kingston University's Architecture MArch qualification meets both ARB and RIBA criteria Part 2 and is prescribed by the ARB. Students will engage in live design projects and explore modern themes such as climate literacy, ethical practice, and health and safety.

Kingston University is a well-regarded institution in the UK, known for offering strong learning experiences and key professional skills. In the 2023 Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF), the university received a Silver overall rating, with a Gold rating for Student Experience and a Silver for Student Outcomes. Kingston University provides a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines.

To apply for this course, you will have to submit a personal statement, which should explain your reasons for choosing the course and other relevant academic or professional details. You will also need an academic or employer reference. You may choose to upload your CV to show your work experience.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants are expected to have completed ARB/RIBA Part 1 or have an exemption. However, the university will consider applications from those who have completed non-UK or non-validated architecture degrees without Part 1. Before qualifying as a UK architect, students must have completed Part 1, as well as Parts 2 and 3.
• Preference will be given to applicants with a 2:2 or above honours degree and evidence of a range of experience in either architectural practice or an allied design/construction environment.

English Proficiency:

• If English is not your first language, you will need an overall IELTS score of 6.5, with at least 6.0 in each part.
• Other alternative requirements include tests such as TOEFL and PTE.

For international students enrolling for the March Architecture (ARB/RIBA Part 2) at Kingston University, the tuition fee is £19,500 for the 2025-26 academic year.

Kingston University London offers a range of scholarships to support both international and home students pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate studies. International students can apply for scholarships worth £5,000 towards their first-year tuition fees, provided they have an offer for a postgraduate course and submit a personal statement and a brief video introduction.

Graduates with the MArch Architecture (ARB/RIBA Part 2 from Kingston University can pursue various career roles, including:

• Architect
• Architectural technologist
• Interior designer
• Landscape architect
• Lighting consultant

To apply for this course, you will need to go through UCAS or the university's Online Student Information System. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.