University of Hertfordshire

BA (Hons) Architecture

University of HertfordshireUniversity of Hertfordshire, Hatfield

Course overview

ARB Part I prescribed (or exempted) and RIBA Part I validated. Affiliation with RIBA Association of Architects (East & Herts). 91% satisfaction for learning resources (NSS, 2024, based on the average of Q19-22).

Gain practical skills alongside theory Our BA Architecture course empowers you with the skills and theory to respond creatively and responsibly to any design brief. You’ll learn the technical knowledge that will strengthen your professional portfolio, learning how to analyse, develop, test, and communicate your ideas. You’ll be working on drawings and models for domestic, public, and commercial projects, such as houses, museums, and cityscapes.

You'll have the freedom to experiement in our fantastic studios and specialist workshops, developing hands-on skills in woodworking, metalw

Key highlights

  • ARB Part I prescribed and RIBA Part I validated
  • Affiliation with RIBA Association of Architects (East & Herts)
  • Design houses, museums and cityscapes through drawings and models
  • Specialist workshops for hands-on woodworking and metalwork skills
  • Sandwich option adds a year to the degree
  • 91% satisfaction for learning resources (NSS 2024)

Entry requirements

  • UCAS tariff points: 72-168 — Typical offer: 120-128 2019/20 Academic Year 72-168 UCAS points A levels and BTECs to include an art related subject. GCSE Maths and English Language at grade 4 or above (GCSE Maths at grade C and English Language at grade C or above at GCSE if taken prior to 2015). Admission subject to portfolio i…
  • GCSE: 4 or above — to include Mathematics, English Language
  • Additional condition: interview — Admission subject to portfolio interview.
  • Additional condition: portfolio — Admission subject to portfolio interview.

Scholarships

  • Dannenberg Scholarship (BEng)

    £1,000 (or share of)

  • Jarvis Centenary Scholarship

    £5,000 (over three years of study: £1,000 in the first year, £2,000 each in the second and third years) with at least one site visit or period of work experience with Jarvis Homes

    Up to £5,000

  • Kurt Dannenberg Bursary

    £1,000 (or share of)

    Up to £1,000

  • Professor Peter Lines Scholarship

    Value: £1,000

    Up to £1,000

  • The Janice Ann McNaughton Bursary

    £3,000 (paid in the first year of study)

    Up to £3,000

  • The Judges' and High Sheriffs' Scholarship

    two students will be awarded £1,500 each

    Up to £1,500

Careers this course leads to

  • Architectural assistant
  • Part 1 architectural assistant
  • Architectural technologist
  • Urban designer
  • Interior designer
  • Architectural visualiser

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,790 | International: £17,450

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Hertfordshire, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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