MArch Architecture

The MArch Architecture at LSBU is a professional programme designed to help you become a skilled architect. The programme focuses on developing the required skills while also channelling your creativity towards designs for various constructions like cities and buildings that reflect today's society. You will learn how architecture shapes our environments with the use of technology, preparing you for a career in architecture or related fields.

Learning at LSBU is hands-on and interactive. The course covers a mix of learning means like lectures, workshops, seminars, and one-on-one tutorials with experienced architects, delivered within the modern university's campus. Graduates of this programme benefit from opportunities to work at top firms such as Foster and Partners or Zaha Hadid Architects, with some even exploring careers in journalism, teaching, or game design.

London South Bank University, located in the centre of London, has a long history of delivering high-quality education for over 140 years. LSBU focuses on practical, career-focused education and is renowned for preparing students for real-world success.

LSBU holds a reputation for delivering quality education and has earned prestigious ratings for demonstrating standard learning and employability skills to graduates who have passed through the institution.

LSBU boasts top-notch facilities, a teaching team of award-winning architects and researchers, and strong connections with top architecture firms, thereby providing students with a fantastic learning experience to become the best they can be in their various fields of study.

London South Bank University requires applicants for the MArch Architecture course to submit a personal statement, an academic or employer reference, and a CV showcasing any pertinent work or volunteer experience.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants to the course should have a first degree in architecture (UK 2:2 or better).
• Equivalent international qualifications will also be taken into account.

English Proficiency:

• Applicants from non-English-speaking backgrounds must attain an overall IELTS score of 6.0, with no component below 5.5.
• Equivalent tests like TOEFL or PTE are also accepted.

The university offers many scholarships and bursaries to assist students financially. For those pursuing an MArch in Architecture, these awards may include the Global Success Scholarship, which can provide a fee reduction of up to £3,000 for postgraduate students in the field of architecture. Additionally, other awards, such as the Vice-Chancellor's International Merit Award, may be available. International students are encouraged to explore their eligibility for these awards and apply accordingly.

Graduates from the MArch Architecture at the London South Bank University possess the skills and knowledge for a successful career in a variety of sectors, with roles including:

• Architect
• Urban Designer
• Landscape Architect
• Interior Architect
• Design Researcher

International students can apply using the university's international application form or the UCAS application form. If you require any assistance with your application, our trained counsellors are ready to provide support.