Architecture BSc (Hons)

4 years including placements, starting in September 2020

This course is closed to applications from Home (UK) and EU students for September 2020 entry. We are still accepting applications from overseas students.

The professional training you need to practise as an architect, combining studio-based design with technical knowledge of materials and construction techniques.

Our course gives you the practical and creative skills you need to explore, analyse and communicate architectural proposals. You'll combine project work in design studios with a grounding in the historic and cultural theory of architecture. Through integrating science, mathematics and art, you’ll learn how to control, manipulate and compose internal spaces and external forms.

At Bath, we focus your studies around studio work from the start. This is where you’ll work collaboratively to produce integrated design solutions. And, more importantly, where you’ll develop the practical skills to realise your creative potential.

Individual and group projects will challenge you to integrate the principles of structural, environmental and sustainable design into your work. Your knowledge of materials and the assembly of building elements will help inform how you approach design. Working with civil engineering students develops your understanding of the technical aspects of designing structures. This cross-discipline teamwork gives you an insight into the design problems and professional relationships you could experience in your career.

Your study experience at Bath will be distinct from that offered by most other universities in the UK. You’ll go on two six-month placements as part of your four-year degree to help you on your journey to becoming a qualified Architect. You could also have the opportunity to study abroad as part of a student exchange agreement.

Teaching

You’ll learn from academics with expertise in architecture and the built environment, including innovative materials and sustainable design. Their international collaborations and research activities feed into undergraduate teaching and contribute to your learning experience.

Facilities

Our facilities are central to your study experience. Our 4 East South building houses purpose-built research and teaching space for our architecture students. You'll have 24/7 access to design studios that support your architectural work in drawing and modelling. Watch our video of the design studios and facilities that you could use during your degree.

Careers

Our course is fully prescribed and validated by the ARB and RIBA, giving you the educational basis and professional experience you need to complete the first step toward becoming a qualified Architect. Like many of our students, you can continue this journey with us on our Master of Architecture and RIBA part 3 courses.

A degree at Bath can open up a variety of career opportunities to you. The high standard of creative and analytical skills, and training you graduate with will equip you to work in a range of industries. You could also choose to pursue a career in other design-related roles such as film-making or museum curation.

Find out what our graduates go on to do.

Course structure

This course lasts 4 years. It starts in September 2020 and ends in 2024. Induction week starts on 21 September 2020.

Occasionally we make changes to our programmes in response to, for example, feedback from students, developments in research and the field of studies, and the requirements of accrediting bodies. You will be advised of any significant changes to the advertised programme, in accordance with our Terms and Conditions.

Units

At Bath, our courses are made up of units of study. Compulsory units cover core concepts that you'll need to understand as part of your degree programme. Some of our courses also offer the opportunity for you to study optional units. These allow you to specialise in particular areas of knowledge that interest you.

As an undergraduate, you will be expected to take 60 credits (ECTS) in each academic year. These are usually split into 30 credits for each semester you study. Sixty credits are the equivalent of 1200 notional hours of study; this includes contact time with staff and your own independent learning.

Compulsory course units

These compulsory units are currently being studied by our students, or are proposed new units.

Year 1

Year 2

Year 3

Year 4

Placement

We blend architectural studies with professional experience to help you get the best out of your degree. Our course integrates two six-month placements into the second semesters of year 2 and year 3, making it easier for you to develop and transfer your skills between study and placement. You'll be able to apply your university learning in a practical context and use your placement experience to feed into more mature designs later on your course. It also gives you the professional experience you need to meet the requirements for the Part 1 qualification.

You could go on placement in practices like FCB Studios, Kengo Kuma or Herzog & de Meuron.

Placement opportunities can't be guaranteed but you will receive tailored support from our specialist team to help you secure a placement.

Find out more about architecture practice placements and the support we offer

Learning and assessment

Learning

Assessment

Typical assessment breakdown

This average assessment breakdown is based on a typical choice of optional units. Your specific unit choices will determine the actual breakdown of assessment methods that you will experience.

% written exam

% practical exam

% coursework

Year	Written Exam	Practical Exam	Coursework
Year 1	25%	0%	75%
Year 2	0%	0%	100%
Year 3	0%	0%	100%
Year 4	0%	0%	100%

Typical contact time breakdown

This average contact time breakdown is based on a typical choice of optional units. Scheduled learning and teaching may include: lectures, seminars, tutorials and workshops. Your optional unit choices will determine your actual personal contact hours.

% time in scheduled learning and teaching

% time in independent study

% time in placement/year abroad

Year	Scheduled	Independent	Placement
Year 1	47%	53%	0%
Year 2	36%	14%	50%
Year 3	34%	16%	50%
Year 4	79%	21%	0%

This information shows typical student contact time based on information from the 2016/17 academic year. For new courses, this information is based on a typical choice of optional units.

Professional accreditations

By studying a course with a professional accreditation, you could have the chance to get workplace experience, learn about new developments in the industry and apply for membership with the accrediting body. You may also be able to apply for jobs in the industry without having to do any more exams.

This course is currently prescribed by the Architects Registration Board (ARB), subject to period review, for the purposes of entry on to the United Kingdom Register of Architects

This course is fully validated by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) for the purposes of RIBA membership

‘Our 4 East South virtual reality model is a great way to explore our studios and meet some of our staff and students along the way.’

— Professor Alex Wright Head of Architecture (2019)

Entry requirements

Your personal statement should describe your motivation for choosing architecture and information about your relevant non-academic interests and achievements. Your application is more likely to be successful if you demonstrate a strong interest in architecture through relevant reading, extracurricular or co-curricular activities, work experience, additional study (such as a relevant EPQ) and art or design qualifications.

Your previous academic study is also important. For example, if you have taken GCSEs then we prefer applicants with a strong set (such as grade A*, 8 or 9 in at least five GCSEs or grade A or 7 in the majority of your GCSEs). We also prefer applicants with strong Mathematics and Physics GCSE grades. This is in addition to our essential GCSE requirements.

We prefer high performance in Mathematics or Physics as part of your entry qualifications. You also need a solid grounding in Art or Design, and we prefer applicants who have studied Art or Design as part of their entry qualifications. If you have been unable to study these we would look for evidence that you have substantial exposure to art and design thinking and its applications, for example through extra-curricular art work. You may wish to consider an art foundation year if you have not studied Art or Design at A level (or equivalent).

We are aware that the context in which you are studying can have an impact on your ability to perform your best in exams and coursework, or limit which subjects or qualifications you are able to study at your school or college. We take this into careful consideration through our contextual admissions process.

Origin of qualifications

Select the country where your qualification comes from.

British qualifications

A level Typical offer

A*AA

A*AA in three A levels.

Your offer can include Mathematics or Further Mathematics but not both. If you are taking a GCE A level in a science subject, you will need to pass any separate science practical endorsement.

A level Alternative offer

AAA

Most of our students will join us with three A levels, but you may have study beyond this (such as a project qualification or additional study in maths) which demonstrates your individual talents that will help you with your degree. We recognise these studies through our alternative offers.

AAA in three A levels plus one of the following:

grade A in an EPQ
grade B in the Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate
grade B in a Core Mathematics qualification
grade B in AS level Mathematics or Statistics

If you receive an offer for this course and are studying one of these qualifications you will be given both the typical and alternative offer. Your offer can include A level Mathematics or Further Mathematics but not both (unless you study four subjects - see our guide on alternative offers). If you are taking a GCE A level in a science subject, you will need to pass any separate science practical endorsement.

You can find out more about our alternative offers, including a complete list of qualifications we consider on our dedicated page.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Typical offer

36 points

36 points overall and 7, 6, 6 in three Higher Level subjects.

If you are not studying one of Mathematics, Physics or Visual Arts at Higher Level and you are taking it at Standard Level your offer may include 7 in that subject. In this case the typical offer is 36 points with 6, 6, 6 in three Higher Level subjects and 7 in the Standard Level subject.

BTEC Typical offer

We are unable to consider BTEC Level 3 Extended Diplomas (QCF) or BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (RQF) for entry to our Architecture course.

Unfortunately, the qualification does not offer the breadth and depth of study that is required to be suitably prepared for our course.

See the ‘Combinations of qualifications’ section for information about combinations of A level and BTEC qualifications that we can consider.

Cambridge Pre-U Typical offer

D2, D3, D3

D2, D3, D3 in three principal subjects.

Cambridge Pre-U Alternative offer

D3, D3, D3

Most of our students will join us with three principal subjects, but you may have study beyond this (such as a Global Perspectives course or additional study in maths) which demonstrates your individual talents that will help you with your degree. We recognise these studies through our alternative offers.

D3, D3, D3 in three principal subjects plus one of:

grade M1 in Cambridge Pre-U Global Perspectives
grade A in an EPQ
grade B in the Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate
grade B in a Core Mathematics qualification

If you receive an offer for this course and are studying one of these qualifications you will be given both the typical and alternative offer. Your offer can include Mathematics or Further Mathematics as a principal subject but not both (unless you study four subjects - see our guide on alternative offers).

You can find out more about our alternative offers, including a complete list of qualifications we consider on our dedicated page.

Scottish Highers Typical offer

AA in Advanced Highers

AA in two Advanced Highers.

We make offers based on Advanced Highers. You will typically be expected to have completed five Scottish Highers and your grades in these will be considered as part of your application. We prefer applicants who have achieved AAAAA in their Highers.

Access to HE Diploma Typical offer

39 credits at Distinction

We welcome applications from mature students who have significant work experience in a relevant field and who can demonstrate evidence of recent study in a relevant subject area. Your work experience and recent study will need to demonstrate both numerical and art and design skills.

Applicants offering an Access to HE Diploma (generally in science or engineering, with significant work experience in an art/design field) would typically be expected to pass the Access to HE Diploma with at least 39 credits achieved at Distinction. We may specify particular units in which Distinctions must be achieved.

Your application would need to include evidence of strong mathematical ability at Level 3: this may be achieved through achieving grade A in Maths or Physics A level or by achieving credits at Distinction in mathematical units of an Access to HE Diploma course.

Combinations of qualifications Typical offer

Your application will be considered individually based on the particular combination of qualifications and subjects that you are taking.

We can consider combinations of accepted qualifications, of which some common examples are:

A*A in two A level subjects plus D in the BTEC National Extended Certificate (RQF) OR the Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate (RQF)
A*A in two A level subjects plus D3 in a Pre-U principal subject
A*A in two A level subjects plus 6 in an IB HL Certificate. While we do not consider the IB Careers Programme for entry, we are able to consider the combinations of components that are typically offered by this route, such as BTEC and IB HL Certificate combinations
A*A in two A level subjects excluding Accounting plus A in the LIBF Level 3 Diploma in Financial Studies (DipFS). While we can consider this qualification as an equivalent to a third A level, please see the information above for guidance about preferred subjects

We can also consider combinations that are not listed and do not include A levels. You should read the information about essential and preferred subjects and subject combinations. We cannot consider different qualifications in the same subject area.

GCSE requirements

GCSE English grade B or 6 (or equivalent from English language category A).

English language requirements

Category A

You will normally need one of the following:

IELTS: 7.0 overall with no less than 7.0 in all components
The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 69 with no less than 69 in any element
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
TOEFL IBT: 108 overall with a minimum 27 in all 4 components

If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

South African qualifications

National Senior Certificate

77766 including 85% in Advanced Programme Mathematics or Physical Sciences.

A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma

We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.

International Foundation Years

As this degree requires a broad range of skills and academic preparation we are unable to consider International Foundations Years for this degree.

English language requirements

Category A

You will normally need one of the following:

IELTS: 7.0 overall with no less than 7.0 in all components
The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 69 with no less than 69 in any element
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
TOEFL IBT: 108 overall with a minimum 27 in all 4 components

If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

Italian qualifications

Diploma di Esame di Stato

An overall score of 95% in the scientific pathway with 10, 9, 9 in three subjects from your final report card including Maths or Physics.

A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma

We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.

European Baccalaureate

We accept the European Baccalaureate and our entry requirements are listed under the 'European Baccalaureate' section.

English language requirements

Category A

You will normally need one of the following:

IELTS: 7.0 overall with no less than 7.0 in all components
The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 69 with no less than 69 in any element
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
TOEFL IBT: 108 overall with a minimum 27 in all 4 components

If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

Belgian qualifications

Certificat d'Enseignement Secondaire Supérieur / Diploma van Hoger Secundair Onderwijs / Abschlusszeugnis der Oberstufe des Sekundarunterrichts

Due to the variety, structure and grading of these qualifications, applications are welcomed from students with these qualifications but we consider them on on a case-by-case basis. If you are interested in applying, please contact us on admissions@bath.ac.uk for further advice. Please provide copies of your school reports within your email for our consideration.

A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma

We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.

European Baccalaureate

We accept the European Baccalaureate and our entry requirements are listed under the 'European Baccalaureate' section.

English language requirements

Category A

You will normally need one of the following:

IELTS: 7.0 overall with no less than 7.0 in all components
The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 69 with no less than 69 in any element
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
TOEFL IBT: 108 overall with a minimum 27 in all 4 components

If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

Portuguese qualifications

Certificado de fim de Estudos Secundários.

An overall average of 18 with 19, 18, 18 in three subjects including either Mathematics or Physics.

Your subjects grades will be taken as an average of your school results and external exams where relevant.

A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma

We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.

European Baccalaureate

We accept the European Baccalaureate and our entry requirements are listed under the 'European Baccalaureate' section.

English language requirements

Category A

You will normally need one of the following:

IELTS: 7.0 overall with no less than 7.0 in all components
The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 69 with no less than 69 in any element
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
TOEFL IBT: 108 overall with a minimum 27 in all 4 components

If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

Croatian qualifications

Maturalna Svjedodzba

An overall grade of 5 with 5 in four subjects including either Mathematics or Physics at Advanced Level.

A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma

We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.

English language requirements

Category A

You will normally need one of the following:

IELTS: 7.0 overall with no less than 7.0 in all components
The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 69 with no less than 69 in any element
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
TOEFL IBT: 108 overall with a minimum 27 in all 4 components

If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

South Korean qualifications

Ilbankye Kodung Hakkyo (General High School Diploma)

Unfortunately we are unable to accept students onto our degrees on the basis of this qualification alone. You will need to take an additional course before applying to us. This could be A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma. Please contact us for further advice.

A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma

We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.

International Foundation Years

As this degree requires a broad range of skills and academic preparation we are unable to consider International Foundations Years for this degree.

English language requirements

Category A

You will normally need one of the following:

IELTS: 7.0 overall with no less than 7.0 in all components
The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 69 with no less than 69 in any element
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
TOEFL IBT: 108 overall with a minimum 27 in all 4 components

If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

Hungarian qualifications

Érettségi Bizonyítvány (Secondary Education Graduation Certificate)

5 in all subjects with 85% and 80% in two Higher subjects including Mathematics or Physics.

A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma

We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.

English language requirements

Category A

You will normally need one of the following:

IELTS: 7.0 overall with no less than 7.0 in all components
The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 69 with no less than 69 in any element
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
TOEFL IBT: 108 overall with a minimum 27 in all 4 components

If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

Lithuanian qualifications

Brandos Atestatas (Secondary School Leaving Certificate)

9.0 overall with 95, 90, 90 in three state exams including either Mathematics or Physics.

A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma

We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.

English language requirements

Category A

You will normally need one of the following:

IELTS: 7.0 overall with no less than 7.0 in all components
The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 69 with no less than 69 in any element
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
TOEFL IBT: 108 overall with a minimum 27 in all 4 components

If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

Polish qualifications

Certificate of Maturity

90, 85, 85 in three extended subjects including either Mathematics or Physics.

A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma

We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.

English language requirements

Category A

You will normally need one of the following:

IELTS: 7.0 overall with no less than 7.0 in all components
The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 69 with no less than 69 in any element
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
TOEFL IBT: 108 overall with a minimum 27 in all 4 components

If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

Romanian qualifications

Diplomă de Bacalaureat

9.0 overall with 9.5, 9.0, 9.0 in three subjects including either Mathematics or Physics.

A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma

We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.

English language requirements

Category A

You will normally need one of the following:

IELTS: 7.0 overall with no less than 7.0 in all components
The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 69 with no less than 69 in any element
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
TOEFL IBT: 108 overall with a minimum 27 in all 4 components

If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

Cypriot qualifications

19 in the Apolytirion plus A*A in two A levels.

If you are studying the new Apolytirion Lyceum Pathway system (since 2019) provided by the majority of public schools, and you are studying any of the 4 subjects at an Advanced Level (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology), we may be able to consider you without the further GCE/PIA/CIE A level requirements. Please contact admissions@bath.ac.uk for further advice.

A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma

We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.

English language requirements

Category A

You will normally need one of the following:

IELTS: 7.0 overall with no less than 7.0 in all components
The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 69 with no less than 69 in any element
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
TOEFL IBT: 108 overall with a minimum 27 in all 4 components

If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

Danish qualifications

Studenterexamen (STX)

A weighted average mark of 11 with 10 in Mathematics A or Physics A.

If you sit written and oral examinations in a subject, you must achieve the required grades in both.

We may be able to consider your application if you are taking the Højere Handelseksamen (HHX), Højere Teknisk Eksamen (HTX), Højere Forberedelseseksamen (HF). Please contact us to discuss our requirements.

A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma

We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.

European Baccalaureate

We accept the European Baccalaureate and our entry requirements are listed under the 'European Baccalaureate' section.

English language requirements

Category A

You will normally need one of the following:

IELTS: 7.0 overall with no less than 7.0 in all components
The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 69 with no less than 69 in any element
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
TOEFL IBT: 108 overall with a minimum 27 in all 4 components

If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

Swedish qualifications

Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskola (Upper secondary school leaving certificate)

Pass with A in Physics 1 and 2 or 200 credits in Mathematics including Mathematics 4 or 5 plus A in a further 1000 credits and B in a further 800 credits.

A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma

We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.

English language requirements

Category A

You will normally need one of the following:

IELTS: 7.0 overall with no less than 7.0 in all components
The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 69 with no less than 69 in any element
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
TOEFL IBT: 108 overall with a minimum 27 in all 4 components

If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

Norwegian qualifications

Vitnemål for videregående opplæring (Leaving certificate from upper secondary school)

An average of 4.5 in the common core subjects and an average of 5 across six optional programme courses including 5 in Mathematics R1/NS1 and R2/NS2 or 5 in Physics 1 and 2.

These requirements are for the Specialisation in General Studies programme. Please contact us if you are taking a different programme

We consider your grades in final assessment for each subject, or in examinations where you do not have a final assessment for that subject.

A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma

We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.

English language requirements

Category A

You will normally need one of the following:

IELTS: 7.0 overall with no less than 7.0 in all components
The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 69 with no less than 69 in any element
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
TOEFL IBT: 108 overall with a minimum 27 in all 4 components

If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

Hong Kongese qualifications

Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education

5*55 in three elective subjects plus 5* in core Mathematics and 5 in either extended mathematics paper.

We accept either extended Mathematics paper for this course, however, you may find Algebra and Calculus (M2) provides better preparation for starting this degree.

A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma

We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.

Advanced Placement Tests

We accept Advanced Placement Tests. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United States of America' section. You will need to hold an English language qualification (such as IELTS) in place of ACT or SAT scores as we can only accept these for United States citizens.

International Foundation Years

As this degree requires a broad range of skills and academic preparation we are unable to consider International Foundations Years for this degree.

English language requirements

Category A

You will normally need one of the following:

IELTS: 7.0 overall with no less than 7.0 in all components
The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 69 with no less than 69 in any element
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
TOEFL IBT: 108 overall with a minimum 27 in all 4 components

If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

French qualifications

French Baccalaureate

16 overall with 15 in Mathematics or Physics/Chemistry.

Option Internationale du Baccalaureat (OIB)

15 overall with 15 in Mathematics or Physics/Chemistry.

A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma

We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.

European Baccalaureate

We accept the European Baccalaureate and our entry requirements are listed under the 'European Baccalaureate' section.

English language requirements

Category A

You will normally need one of the following:

IELTS: 7.0 overall with no less than 7.0 in all components
The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 69 with no less than 69 in any element
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
TOEFL IBT: 108 overall with a minimum 27 in all 4 components

If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

European qualifications

European Baccalaureate

85% overall with 9.0 in Mathematics (5 periods) or Physics (4 periods) or 85% overall with 9.0 in Art plus 8.5 in Mathematics (5 periods) or Physics (4 periods).

English language requirements

Category A

You will normally need one of the following:

IELTS: 7.0 overall with no less than 7.0 in all components
The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 69 with no less than 69 in any element
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
TOEFL IBT: 108 overall with a minimum 27 in all 4 components

If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

Indian qualifications

Higher Secondary School Certificate (Standard 12)

Average of 85% across four subjects with 85% in Mathematics or Physics.

We do not accept Physical Education as one of these four subjects.

These requirements are for the CBSE, CISCE boards. Please contact us if you are taking this qualification with a different board.

A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma

We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.

International Foundation Years

As this degree requires a broad range of skills and academic preparation we are unable to consider International Foundations Years for this degree.

English language requirements

Category A

You will normally need one of the following:

IELTS: 7.0 overall with no less than 7.0 in all components
The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 69 with no less than 69 in any element
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
TOEFL IBT: 108 overall with a minimum 27 in all 4 components

If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

American qualifications

Advanced Placement Tests

5, 5, 5 in three APs including Calculus BC or any Physics AP.

We accept no more than one Calculus AP as one of these three subjects.

You will also need to achieve your High School Diploma and an ACT score of 30 or SAT scores of 740 in both Mathematics and Evidence-based Reading and Writing.

SAT Subject Tests

We do not accept SAT Subject Tests for direct entry to our degrees.

International Baccalaureate Diploma

We accept the IB Diploma and our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section. If you are studying a mixture of IB courses and College Board qualifications please contact us for advice.

International Foundation Years

As this degree requires a broad range of skills and academic preparation we are unable to consider International Foundations Years for this degree.

English language requirements

Category A

You will normally need one of the following:

IELTS: 7.0 overall with no less than 7.0 in all components
The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 69 with no less than 69 in any element
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
TOEFL IBT: 108 overall with a minimum 27 in all 4 components

If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

Singaporean qualifications

Singapore A levels

AAA in three H2 level subjects including A in Mathematics or Physics.

Polytechnic Diploma (3 years)

3.5 overall with grade A/B+ in a breadth of subjects including Architecture modules.

A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma

We GCE and International A levels and the IB Diploma whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.

Advanced Placement Tests

International Foundation Years

As this degree requires a broad range of skills and academic preparation we are unable to consider International Foundations Years for this degree.

English language requirements

Category A

You will normally need one of the following:

IELTS: 7.0 overall with no less than 7.0 in all components
The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 69 with no less than 69 in any element
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
TOEFL IBT: 108 overall with a minimum 27 in all 4 components

If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

Turkish qualifications

Lise Bitirme Diplomasi

CGPA of 85% with 85% in one of Calculus, Mathematics or Physics in the final year.

English language requirements

Category A

You will normally need one of the following:

IELTS: 7.0 overall with no less than 7.0 in all components
The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 69 with no less than 69 in any element
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
TOEFL IBT: 108 overall with a minimum 27 in all 4 components

If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

Greek qualifications

Apolytirion

19 in the Apolytirion plus A*A in two A levels including A in either Mathematics or Physics.

We cannot accept the Apolytirion unless it is studied alongside A levels. We do not accept Pan Hellenic examinations in place of an A level.

A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma

We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.

English language requirements

Category A

You will normally need one of the following:

IELTS: 7.0 overall with no less than 7.0 in all components
The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 69 with no less than 69 in any element
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
TOEFL IBT: 108 overall with a minimum 27 in all 4 components

If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

Spanish qualifications

Titulo de Bachiller

A score of 9 overall with 9 in Mathematics or Physics.

A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma

We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.

European Baccalaureate

We accept the European Baccalaureate and our entry requirements are listed under the 'European Baccalaureate' section.

English language requirements

Category A

You will normally need one of the following:

IELTS: 7.0 overall with no less than 7.0 in all components
The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 69 with no less than 69 in any element
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
TOEFL IBT: 108 overall with a minimum 27 in all 4 components

If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

German qualifications

Abitur

1.3 overall with 13 in Mathematics or Physics in the final examinations.

A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma

We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.

European Baccalaureate

We accept the European Baccalaureate and our entry requirements are listed under the 'European Baccalaureate' section.

English language requirements

Category A

You will normally need one of the following:

IELTS: 7.0 overall with no less than 7.0 in all components
The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 69 with no less than 69 in any element
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
TOEFL IBT: 108 overall with a minimum 27 in all 4 components

If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

Chinese qualifications

Senior Secondary School Graduation Certificate or Chinese University Entrance Exam (Gaokao)

Unfortunately we are unable to accept students onto our degrees on the basis of these qualifications alone. You will need to take an additional course before applying to us. This could be A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma. Please contact us for further advice.

A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma

We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.

Canadian International Matriculation Programme

We accept this programme for direct entry and our requirements are the same as for a Canadian Secondary School Diploma. These are listed under the 'Canada' section.

International Foundation Years

As this degree requires a broad range of skills and academic preparation we are unable to consider International Foundations Years for this degree.

English language requirements

Category A

You will normally need one of the following:

IELTS: 7.0 overall with no less than 7.0 in all components
The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 69 with no less than 69 in any element
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
TOEFL IBT: 108 overall with a minimum 27 in all 4 components

If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

Thai qualifications

Higher Secondary School Certificate (Mathayom Suksa 6)

A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma

We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.

International Foundation Years

As this degree requires a broad range of skills and academic preparation we are unable to consider International Foundations Years for this degree.

English language requirements

Category A

You will normally need one of the following:

IELTS: 7.0 overall with no less than 7.0 in all components
The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 69 with no less than 69 in any element
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
TOEFL IBT: 108 overall with a minimum 27 in all 4 components

If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

Jordanian qualifications

General Secondary Education Certificate (Tawjihi)

A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma

We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.

Advanced Placement Tests

International Foundation Years

As this degree requires a broad range of skills and academic preparation we are unable to consider International Foundations Years for this degree.

English language requirements

Category A

You will normally need one of the following:

IELTS: 7.0 overall with no less than 7.0 in all components
The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 69 with no less than 69 in any element
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
TOEFL IBT: 108 overall with a minimum 27 in all 4 components

If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

Russian qualifications

Certificate of Secondary Education (Attestat o (Polnom) Srednem Obshchem Obrazovanii)

A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma

We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.

International Foundation Years

As this degree requires a broad range of skills and academic preparation we are unable to consider International Foundations Years for this degree.

English language requirements

Category A

You will normally need one of the following:

IELTS: 7.0 overall with no less than 7.0 in all components
The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 69 with no less than 69 in any element
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
TOEFL IBT: 108 overall with a minimum 27 in all 4 components

If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

Japanese qualifications

Upper Secondary School Leaving Certificate (Kotogakko Sotsugyo Shomeisho)

A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma

We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.

International Foundation Years

As this degree requires a broad range of skills and academic preparation we are unable to consider International Foundations Years for this degree.

English language requirements

Category A

You will normally need one of the following:

IELTS: 7.0 overall with no less than 7.0 in all components
The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 69 with no less than 69 in any element
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
TOEFL IBT: 108 overall with a minimum 27 in all 4 components

If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

Bulgarian qualifications

Diploma Za Sredno Obrazovanie

5.7 overall with 6.0 in the Mathematics or Physics state matriculation exam.

A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma

We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.

English language requirements

Category A

You will normally need one of the following:

IELTS: 7.0 overall with no less than 7.0 in all components
The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 69 with no less than 69 in any element
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
TOEFL IBT: 108 overall with a minimum 27 in all 4 components

If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

Canadian qualifications

Secondary School Diploma

90% overall with 90%, 88%, 88% in three Year 12 subjects including either Calculus & Vectors or Physics.

We also accept the Canadian International Matriculation Programme. Our requirements are the same as for the Secondary School Diploma.

Advanced Placement Tests

We accept Advanced Placement Tests. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United States of America' section.

International Baccalaureate Diploma

International Foundation Years

As this degree requires a broad range of skills and academic preparation we are unable to consider International Foundations Years for this degree.

English language requirements

Category A

You will normally need one of the following:

IELTS: 7.0 overall with no less than 7.0 in all components
The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 69 with no less than 69 in any element
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
TOEFL IBT: 108 overall with a minimum 27 in all 4 components

If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

Australian qualifications

High School Certificates and Certificates of Education

Pass the relevant certificate with an ATAR or TER of 97 with grade A or 85 in either Mathematics or Physics.

We can accept any of the following school leaver qualifications meeting these requirements:

Australian Capital Territory Year 12 Certificate
New South Wales Higher School Certificate
Northern Territory Certificate of Education
South Australian Certificate of Education
Tasmanian Certificate of Education
Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning
Victorian Certificate of Education
Western Australian Certificate of Education

Our requirements for the Queensland Senior Certificate of Education are:

Overall Band Position of 1 with HA in either Mathematics or Physics.

A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma

We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.

International Foundation Years

As this degree requires a broad range of skills and academic preparation we are unable to consider International Foundations Years for this degree.

English language requirements

Category A

You will normally need one of the following:

IELTS: 7.0 overall with no less than 7.0 in all components
The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 69 with no less than 69 in any element
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
TOEFL IBT: 108 overall with a minimum 27 in all 4 components

If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

Malaysian qualifications

Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM)

AAA in three subjects including Mathematics or Physics.

We do not accept General Studies as on of these three subjects. We do not accept grade A- place of grade A.

Dua Tahun Matrikulasi (PDT)

CGPA of 3.5 in the science stream with A- in Mathematics or Physics in the final semester.

A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma

We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.

Canadian International Matriculation Programme

We accept this programme for direct entry and our requirements are the same as for a Canadian Secondary School Diploma. These are listed under the 'Canada' section.

International Foundation Years

As this degree requires a broad range of skills and academic preparation we are unable to consider International Foundations Years for this degree.

English language requirements

Category A

You will normally need one of the following:

IELTS: 7.0 overall with no less than 7.0 in all components
The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 69 with no less than 69 in any element
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
TOEFL IBT: 108 overall with a minimum 27 in all 4 components

If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

Emirati qualifications

Secondary School Certificate (Tawjihiyya)

A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma

We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.

Advanced Placement Tests

Indian Higher Secondary School Certificate (Standard 12)

We accept the Indian Standard 12 and our entry requirements are listed under the 'India' section.

International Foundation Years

As this degree requires a broad range of skills and academic preparation we are unable to consider International Foundations Years for this degree.

English language requirements

Category A

You will normally need one of the following:

IELTS: 7.0 overall with no less than 7.0 in all components
The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 69 with no less than 69 in any element
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
TOEFL IBT: 108 overall with a minimum 27 in all 4 components

If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

New Zealander qualifications

National Certificate in Educational Achievement (NCEA)

Level 3 Diploma achieved with Excellence including one Level 3 subject with 18 credits at Excellence (E) and two Level 3 subjects with 14 credits at Excellence (E) including Mathematics or Physics.

A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma

We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.

International Foundation Years

As this degree requires a broad range of skills and academic preparation we are unable to consider International Foundations Years for this degree.

English language requirements

Category A

You will normally need one of the following:

IELTS: 7.0 overall with no less than 7.0 in all components
The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 69 with no less than 69 in any element
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
TOEFL IBT: 108 overall with a minimum 27 in all 4 components

If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

Irish qualifications

Irish Leaving Certificate

H1, H1, H1, H2, H2, H3 in six Irish Leaving Certificates with H1 in Mathematics or Physics.

A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma

We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.

European Baccalaureate

We accept the European Baccalaureate and our entry requirements are listed under the 'European Baccalaureate' section.

English language requirements

Category A

You will normally need one of the following:

IELTS: 7.0 overall with no less than 7.0 in all components
The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 69 with no less than 69 in any element
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 193 with no less than 184 in all elements
TOEFL IBT: 108 overall with a minimum 27 in all 4 components

If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.

Fees and funding

Fees and funding information for Architecture BSc (Hons) including placements

Fees

Your tuition fees and how you pay them will depend on whether you are a Home, EU, Island or Overseas student.

Learn how we decide fee status

These fees are for the academic year 2020/21 only. Tuition fees are liable to increase annually for all University of Bath students.

Home, Island and EU students

Tuition fee for the academic year 2020/21

£9,250

Placement fee

You will normally pay a reduced tuition fee instead of the full year fee to account for your work placements.

In Year 2, you pay the full-time study fee.

In Year 3, you pay a reduced fee.

These are currently capped by the Government at either 20% of the full-time fee for work placement or 15% for study abroad, or if the placements are part of the Erasmus+ scheme.

Legal information

UK undergraduate fees are regulated by the government. These fees are subject to parliamentary approval.

If you are an EU undergraduate student starting your studies in or before 2020/21, your fees will be the same as the UK undergraduate fee for the length of your course.

Overseas students

Tuition fee for the academic year 2020/21

£22,300

Placement fee

You will normally pay a reduced tuition fee instead of the full year fee to account for your work placements.

Find out more about current student fees

Legal information

You should budget for an increase of up to 5% each year for every further year of study; we will not increase your fees each year by more than this percentage and the amount will be set out on our fee page in December for the following academic year.

If you aren't paying your fees in British pounds, you should also budget for possible fluctuations in your own currency.

Extra costs

The following course-related costs are not included in your fees:

Plotting of drawings, model making and the creation and binding of reports

You should allow for around £90 per year, payable as each drawing, model or report is required.

Non-compulsory study visit to a European city

£250 payable at the start of your third year of study. This is based on current costs but may be subject to change.

How to pay

Tuition fee loans

If you are studying an undergraduate course, you may be able to take out a loan for your tuition fees and living costs.

Scholarships and bursaries

You could be considered for a bursary or scholarship to help you study at Bath. This is in addition to your student loan and you do not have to pay it back.

Read more about bursaries and scholarships

Other payment options

You can pay your tuition fees by Direct Debit, debit card, credit card, cheque, bank transfer or cash. You may also be eligible for a student loan to help you pay your fees.

Budgeting

You will need to budget at least £100 for the cost of photocopying, printing and binding. You will also need to budget for the cost of textbooks.

Some courses involve visits away from campus and you may be required to pay some or all of the costs of travel, accommodation and food and drink.

If you’re on a placement, you’re responsible for your own travel, accommodation and living costs. You should also consider the financial implications if you go on an unpaid or overseas placement.

Application information

Course title

Architecture
Final award

BSc (Hons)
Mode of study

Full-time
Course code

K100
Institution code

B16
Department

Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering
Location

University of Bath
Claverton Down, Bath BA2 7AY
Overseas deadline

15 January 2020
Application eligibility

Only Overseas students are eligible to apply
Regulator

The Office for Students (OfS)

Selection process

We will usually assess you based on your UCAS application and we do not consider portfolios.

If you are studying certain qualifications, such as an Access to HE Diploma, you may be invited to attend an interview as part of our selection process so we can better assess your studies and experiences. Very exceptionally we may invite you to an interview if you have circumstances we cannot assess from an application alone. Our interview page gives more information on what you should expect from an interview.