BA Architecture at University of Manchester

Start your career at one of the UK's top architecture schools. Benefit from facilities across two campuses, The University of Manchester and Manchester Metropolitan University, as you study at the innovative collaboration between the two - Manchester School of Architecture (MSA). We're ranked fifth in the world and second in the UK for Architecture (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026).

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities  |  Department: School of Environment, Education and Development  |  Duration: 3 years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: 2027 entry  |  Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

In Year 1 you will explore principles in space-making, material expression, brief writing and research supported by technological and historic contexts. You will also participate in our celebrated MSA Live programme, working with real clients in the city.

Career pathways

BA Architecture graduates are highly valued for their confidence, creativity and critical thinking, and benefit from our strong links with national and international architectural practices. Our graduates build successful careers across a wide range of sectors, including: architecture and urban design digital and visual communication project and design management real estate and estate management planning and environmental consultancy heritage...

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