BA (Hons) Architecture (Part 1 RIBA/ARB) at Arts University Bournemouth

Programme overview

On BA (Hons) Architecture, you’ll work within the context of a studio-based arts university, where everyone shares an interest in different forms of making. We're all about developing solutions through a practical approach between ourselves and the spaces we occupy.

Faculty: Art, Design and Architecture | Duration: 3 years full-time | Study mode: full-time | Location: Poole, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Level 4: In your first year, you'll gain a sound conceptual knowledge and skill base for the study of the subject. Level 5: In your second year, you’ll explore issues around building in an urban context and future scenarios for architecture. Level 6: Your third year begins with experimentation through design and research by making.

Career pathways

Graduate destinations include: Foster + Partners (London); BrightSpace Architects (Fordingbridge); BUJ Architects (London); Architecture PLB (Winchester); Design Engine (Winchester).

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants should have Level 3 qualifications, which should normally include at least one creative subject. We're looking for between 104 and 120 UCAS Tariff points. Standard offers include: A Levels with a result of BBB (or equivalent results achieving 120 UCAS Tariff points); Recognised Foundation Diploma with a Pass; BTEC/OCR Extended Diploma at Distinction, Merit, Merit; T Level with a minimum grade of Merit; Scottish Highers – five passes at Grade C or above. For the majority of our courses, we'll ask you to digitally submit a portfolio as part of the application process. Portfolios should show examples of your work – both finished and work in progress – that demonstrate your interests and skills.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Home undergraduate tuition fee per year; optional placement year fee is £2,010. Source

International applicants: GBP 19,950 a year (2027/28). International/EU tuition fee per year, fixed for all years; optional placement year fee is £2,010. Source

Duration: 3 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://aub.ac.uk/apply/undergraduate

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