University of Kent

Architecture - BA (Hons)

University of KentCanterbury, United Kingdom

Course overview

How can we build spaces that meet the needs of diverse communities, and are sensitive to the global challenges we face today? Architects are visionary people, who use their creativity and entrepreneurial skills to design new environments that have social, cultural, environmental and financial value. At Kent, you will learn from practising architects in a creative studio environment.

You will learn about sustainability in the built environment, and how to breathe life into old buildings that weren’t designed for the modern age. You will consider the needs of people and communities, creating spaces that are friendly and accessible to all people without compromising aesthetics. The technical skills, design work and professional experience you gain on this course will see you take your first steps to becoming an architect, or pursuing a career in areas such as urban planning, property development, construction or asset management.

Study Architecture & Design

Key highlights

  • Taught by practising architects in a creative studio environment
  • Covers sustainability in the built environment
  • Learn to adapt and repurpose old buildings for modern use
  • Focus on accessible, inclusive spaces for diverse communities
  • Builds technical skills, design work and professional experience
  • Option to spend a year studying abroad

Entry requirements

  • UCAS tariff points: 112-136 — Typical offer 112-136 UCAS points A level ABB Contextual offer: BBC Contextual offers consider personal circumstances as well as academic grades.
  • A-level: ABB — Typical offer 112-136 UCAS points A level ABB Contextual offer: BBC Contextual offers consider personal circumstances as well as academic grades.
  • A-level: BBC — contextual offer
  • BTEC: DDM — BTEC DDM Contextual offer: DMM - Building Studies, Interior Design or similar subject strongly preferred Contextual offers consider personal circumstances as well as academic grades.
  • BTEC: DMM — contextual offer
  • UCAS tariff points: 128 — IB 128 tariff points - typically H5 H6 H6 or equivalent, plus Mathematics 4 at HL or SL Contextual offer: 112 tariff points - typically H5 H5 H6 or equivalent, plus Mathematics 4 at HL or SL Contextual offers consider pe…
  • UCAS tariff points: 112 — …H6 H6 or equivalent, plus Mathematics 4 at HL or SL Contextual offer: 112 tariff points - typically H5 H5 H6 or equivalent, plus Mathematics 4 at HL or SL Contextual offers consider personal circumstances as well as acade…

Scholarships

  • Kent Ambition to Succeed Scholarship

    Scholarship holders can expect to receive between £500-£2,000 for each year of study (pro-rata for part-time students), subject to satisfactory academic progress.

  • Kent International Scholarship for Undergraduates

    Scholarship value - £5,000

    Up to £5,000

  • KMMS Christopher and Henry Oldfield Academic Scholarship

    Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9, 790 for 26/27).

  • KMMS Christopher and Henry Oldfield Support Scholarship

    Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9,790 for 26/27).

  • KMMS Kingsman Scholarship

    Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9,790 for 26/27).

  • KMMS Widening Participation Scholarship

    £1,500 maintenance per annum for a maximum of 5 years.

    Up to £1,500

  • Music Performance Scholarship

    £1,000 awarded each year to talented instrumentalists and singers studying for any degree at the University of Kent.

    Up to £1,000

  • Sanctuary Scholarships

    Tuition fees waived for the duration of your programme of study, or until you are able to access other Student Finance funding.

Careers this course leads to

  • Architectural assistant (Part 1)
  • Architect (after further qualification)
  • Urban planner
  • Property developer
  • Construction manager
  • Asset manager

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £23,500 per year

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 Kent, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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