Architecture BA (Hons) at Northumbria University

Programme overview

Building the next generation of architects. With extensive input from professionals and the chance to work on authentic design projects across a diverse range of sites, this RIBA Validated, ARB Accredited, studio based course is designed to give you the full range of skills you’ll need for a career in architecture. On our Architecture BA (Hons) course, you will cover the main themes of architectural design: These will be covered in both lecture-based modules and in practical design projects, giving you the skills needed to succeed as an architect.

Faculty: School of Architecture and Built Environment | Duration: 3 years Full Time or 4 years with study abroad | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Introduction to Design Project 1.1, Architecture Project 1.2, Introduction to Theory 1, Introduction to Technology 1; Year 2 core modules: Architecture Project 2.1, Architecture Project 2.2, Architecture Theory 2, Architecture Technology 2; Year 4 core modules: Architecture Project 3.1, Architecture Project 3.2, Architecture Theory 3, Architecture Technology 3.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Standard Offer 120 UCAS Tariff Points. From a combination of acceptable Level 3 qualifications which may include: A-level, T Level, BTEC Diplomas/Extended Diplomas, Scottish and Irish Highers, Access to HE Diplomas, or the International Baccalaureate. Contextual Admissions 104 UCAS Tariff points. GCSE Requirements: Applicants will need Maths, Statistics, or Physics and English Language at minimum grade 4/C, or equivalents. Additional Requirements: Applicants are required to submit an online portfolio with their application. International Qualifications: English Language Requirements: International applicants should have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with 5.5 in each component (or an approved equivalent*). UCAS code: K100.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). UK tuition fee for year 1 of 2027/28 entry; later years may rise in line with the fee cap. Source

International applicants: GBP 19,850 a year (2027/28). International tuition fee for year 1 of 2027/28 entry; fees apply to every year of study. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years Full Time or 4 years with study abroad

Apply through the official page: https://sits.northumbria.ac.uk/live/sits.urd/run/siw_ipp_lgn.login?process=siw_ipp_app&code1=UUFAHE1&code2=0015

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