BA (Hons) Architecture at Leeds Beckett University

Programme overview

Design the future. You'll combine creative thinking, real-world skills, and sustainable design as you begin your journey to becoming a qualified architect. Ever wondered how to become an architect - or how design can change the way people live, work, and connect On the BA Architecture course at Leeds Beckett University, you'll explore architecture as both a creative act and a powerful social force while working towards RIBA Part 1.

Faculty: Leeds School of Arts | Duration: 3 years full-time | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Intake: 20 Sep 2027 | Location: Leeds, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Design Projects 1, Histories & Theories 1, Materials & Ecologies 1, Design Projects 2, History & Theories 2, Materials & Ecologies 2. Year 2 core modules: Design Projects 3, Context & Theory 1, Technology 1, Design Projects 4, Context & Theory 2, Technology 2. Year 3 core modules: Thesis 1, Context & Theory 3, Ethical & Professional Practice 1, Thesis 2 with Integrated Technology.

Career pathways

This Leeds Beckett architecture degree gives you a strong foundation for careers across the built environment and creative industries, aligning with RIBA Part 1 learning outcomes. Many graduates progress to our MArch or MArch Advanced courses and continue along the ARB and RIBA-accredited architect education pathway. Roles include Architectural design, Spatial design, Environmental design, Urban design, Building technology, Virtual games design, Product design, Digital modelling.

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Application information

Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff Points: 128 points required. (Minimum 88 from two A Levels or equivalent, excluding General Studies). GCSEs GCSE English Language and Maths at Grade 4 or above (Grade C for GCSEs taken before 2017) or equivalent. Key Skills Level 2, Functional Skills Level 2 and the Certificate in Adult Literacy and Adult Numeracy are accepted in place of GCSEs. Access to HE Diploma Pass overall with a minimum of 128 UCAS tariff points. T Levels Pass overall with a minimum of 128 UCAS tariff points, including a C or above on the core. Scottish Awards 128 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 4 Highers of which at least 2 must be grade B or above Irish Leaving Certificate 128 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 5 subjects at higher level of which at least 3 must be grade H3 or above. International baccalaureate 128 tariff points or a score of 32 from the IB diploma. This should include a minimum of 3 Highers with 2 at grade H5 or above. Portfolio Required All suitable candidates will be required to submit a portfolio prior to acceptance on the course. IELTS IELTS 6.5 with no skills below 6.0, or an equivalent qualification.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2027/28 is £10050. Source

International applicants: GBP 17,345 a year (2027/28). The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2027/28 is £17345. Source

Intake: 20 Sep 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://digital.ucas.com/search/results?SearchText=Leeds+Beckett+University+Architecture&filters=Destination_Undergraduate&studyYear=2027

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