Architecture

Typical Offer: A*AA

In exceptional circumstances we may make a lower offer.

• General Studies is not accepted and Critical Thinking will not normally form part of an offer and languages which are intended for non-native speakers are not normally acceptable when taken by native speakers of that language
• GCSE or equivalent: An A grade in Mathematics if not offered at AS or A2 level
• AS level examinations are not normally included in our offer. However AS level grades are taken as an indication of A2 performance in conjunction with predicted grades. Candidates are required to indicate their AS grades (not UMS score) in the application even if they are not being certificated. We may contact you or your school for details about your academic progress if we need further information before we are in a position to make a decision.
• no portfolio is required for entry to the programme

In addition we will take into account evidence of the following skills, attributes and qualifications:

• a strong interest in architecture demonstrated by extra-curricular activity, research or work experience
• study in addition to core subjects such as additional AS level(s), additional A2 level(s)
  or a relevant Extended Project.

We prefer A level (or equivalent) combinations that demonstrate numerical and art and design skills. The majority of recent successful candidates have offered Mathematics, Art & Design and a third A level in a science, typically Physics or a traditional arts/humanities subject.  

The following is a list of A-levels considered less effective preparation for our degree. Candidates offering one of these subjects will usually offer at least two of the subjects mentioned above to be successful. This list is not exhaustive and is only included for guidance:

• Accounting
• Business Studies
• Communication Studies
• Dance
• Drama / Theatre Studies
• Film Studies
• Health and Social Care
• Home Economics
• Home & Community Studies
• Leisure Studies
• Media Studies
• Music Technology
• Musical Appreciation
• Performance Studies
• Performing Arts
• Photography
• Physical Education
• Sports Studies
• Travel and Tourism

Since not all applicants will be able to take more than 3 A-levels at their school, we will consider only the 3 best subjects for applications including more than 3 subjects.

In order to remain fair to all candidates, we only consider grades obtained at the first attempt of any given examination (at unit level although performance within modules is also considered carefully). Therefore candidates re-sitting any of their GCSE, A-level (AS/A2 or equivalent) exams will not normally be considered unless there are exceptional circumstances. In such cases, the candidates should declare their achieved grades in the 'qualifications completed or certificated' part of the form in addition to indicating the subjects that are being re-taken in the 'not yet completed or certificated'. In all such cases, the referee statement should clearly indicate the nature of the mitigating circumstances and subjects affected.