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BSc Architecture with a Year of Study Abroad at Cardiff University

Cardiff University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Accredited by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA), the Architects Registration Board (ARB) and the Board of Architects in Malaysia (LAM). UCAS code K101.

Faculty: A leading school of architecture Study in one of the top 5 schools of architecture in the UK, joining our global community of staff and students. certificate Accredited by professional bodies Accredited by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA), the Architects Registration Board (ARB) and the Board of Architects in Malaysia (LAM). notepad A focus on real world issues and global challenges Our BSc promotes ‘grounded creativity’ through exposure to global challenges and engagement with local communities. building Dedicated studio environments Our bespoke facilities, located in a historical building, include hybrid studios, workshops, digital fabrication and a Living Lab. globe Year of Study Abroad Spend a full academic year at another top overseas architecture school, broadening your understanding of architecture in different contexts and experiencing a different way of learning. At the Welsh School of Architecture, you’ll develop a thorough grounding in architecture as a discipline and a strong emerging sense of your own approach to design.Through a combination of design project work and taught modules, you’ll study the varied historical, theoretical, cultural, political, and geographical dimensions of architecture. You will consider how architecture is made, how it performs and how technological choices can support the wellbeing of present and future generations and care for the planet. You’ll explore issues around professional and ethical responsibility to reflect on the role of the architect in society and in response to the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Your design studies will continually involve imaginative engagement with real-world issues and global challenges such as climate change within localised contexts. The design studio is at the centre of our community, a place where you’ll mix with students, staff, and industry practitioners to address ethical, global, climatic and professional issues.The BSc facilitates progression onto the MArch (Part 2), as well as our suite of postgraduate programmes. Students intending to become registered architects in the United Kingdom will need to complete a Part 3 programme such as our Postgraduate Diploma in Architecture: Professional Practice.This programme has a year of study abroad where students can spend a full academic year in one of our partner institutions from around the world. Subject area: Architecture academic-schoolWelsh School of Architecture  |  Department: A leading school of architecture Study in one of the top 5 schools of architecture in the UK, joining our global community of staff and students. certificate Accredited by professional bodies Accredited by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA), the Architects Registration Board (ARB) and the Board of Architects in Malaysia (LAM). notepad A focus on real world issues and global challenges Our BSc promotes ‘grounded creativity’ through exposure to global challenges and engagement with local communities. building Dedicated studio environments Our bespoke facilities, located in a historical building, include hybrid studios, workshops, digital fabrication and a Living Lab. globe Year of Study Abroad Spend a full academic year at another top overseas architecture school, broadening your understanding of architecture in different contexts and experiencing a different way of learning. At the Welsh School of Architecture, you’ll develop a thorough grounding in architecture as a discipline and a strong emerging sense of your own approach to design.Through a combination of design project work and taught modules, you’ll study the varied historical, theoretical, cultural, political, and geographical dimensions of architecture. You will consider how architecture is made, how it performs and how technological choices can support the wellbeing of present and future generations and care for the planet. You’ll explore issues around professional and ethical responsibility to reflect on the role of the architect in society and in response to the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Your design studies will continually involve imaginative engagement with real-world issues and global challenges such as climate change within localised contexts. The design studio is at the centre of our community, a place where you’ll mix with students, staff, and industry practitioners to address ethical, global, climatic and professional issues.The BSc facilitates progression onto the MArch (Part 2), as well as our suite of postgraduate programmes. Students intending to become registered architects in the United Kingdom will need to complete a Part 3 programme such as our Postgraduate Diploma in Architecture: Professional Practice.This programme has a year of study abroad where students can spend a full academic year in one of our partner institutions from around the world. Subject area: Architecture academic-schoolWelsh School of Architecture  |  Duration: 4 years  |  Study mode: full-time, with year abroad  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom

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Entry requirements

Typical offer: A level AAA-AAB. English language (IELTS academic): At least 6.5 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each subskill.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2027/28). Home-status year-one tuition fee; may rise if the government fee cap changes Source

International applicants: GBP 31,700 a year (2027/28). Overseas-status year-one tuition fee Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 4 years

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