BA (Hons) Architecture at University of Plymouth

Programme overview

BA (Hons) Architecture is a RIBA-recognised Part 1 programme taught through design studio, technology and critical histories and theories. It emphasises climate-responsive design, community and identity, and hands-on designing and making.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Business | Department: School of Art, Design and Architecture | Duration: 3 years | Study mode: full-time | Location: Plymouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1: Communication, Design Studio, Technology, Integrated Design, and Histories, Theories and Critical Contexts. Year 2: Design Studio and Communication, Sustainable Technologies, Design Studio and Advancing Media, and Advanced Histories, Theories and Critical Contexts. Final year: Critical Contexts Dissertation, Strategic Design Studio and Communication, Design Studio and Professional Practice, and Sustainable Building Technologies.

Career pathways

The programmes are ARB- and RIBA-accredited and lead towards the status of Chartered Architect through the university's undergraduate, masters and research pathway.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer 104 UCAS points. A levels: 104 points from a minimum of 2 A levels. BTEC National Extended Diploma: DMM (applicants must list the exact BTEC modules studied). Access to HE Diploma: pass a named Access diploma (preferably Art and Design or combined) with at least 33 credits at Merit and/or Distinction. T level: Merit in digital production, design and development. International Baccalaureate: 26 points. A digital portfolio demonstrating a range of creative skill sets is required. Contextual offers are typically 8 points below the advertised tariff.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time UK tuition fee Source

International applicants: GBP 18,150 a year (2026/27). Full-time international tuition fee Source

Duration: 3 years

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