Universities United Kingdom Manchester Metropolitan University Courses BA (Hons) Architecture

BA (Hons) Architecture

Manchester Metropolitan University

Manchester, United Kingdom

Tuition Fee £ 25,500
Country Rank#47
Duration36 Months
Score IELTS: 6.5

Program Overview

BA Architecture is an innovative collaboration between Manchester Metropolitan University and The University of Manchester.

The course, which is appraised by the Architects Registration Board (ARB) and the Royal Institute for British Architects (RIBA), allows you to take the first step to becoming an architect.

You will benefit from the expertise of specialist practice and research-active lecturers, who provide a rich and stimulating environment in which to study architecture.

What's more, you'll be inspired by the world-famous city of Manchester - the industrial revolution birthplace turned 21st century metropolis - and its vibrant, contemporary and innovative architecture scene.

Course Content
Year 1

You will start with a series of small projects where you will accumulate knowledge about the body in space and the design of small enclosures for specific activities. These studio-based projects are supported by a skills programme where the essentials of drawing, modelling and software based representation are taught. History and theory is taught through lectures and seminars, and you will write reports and essays based on desktop studies and building visits. Technology learning involves the production of case studies and models to demonstrate an awareness of the materials and detailing of buildings.

Core units
- Studio 1.1
- Studio 1.2
- Humanities 1
- Technologies 1
Year 2

You will build upon your design knowledge through a series of interrelated projects that develop the context for architecture as a social and cultural act as well as one that is concerned with technology. History and theory courses can be chosen as you begin to define your own path as an architect. In technology, a specific focus on the ecological and environmental aspects of the profession forms a significant part of the course.

Core units
- Studio 2.1
- Studio 2.2
- Humanities 2
- Technologies 2
Year 3

You will be guided to direct your own learning and, in an atelier-based system, define your own projects which are underpinned by the application of history and theory into your design studio activities. You will have a choice of history and theory courses and can select technology case studies from a given set. You will have more autonomy in Year 3 and therefore have more authority over your own work, which will give you confidence and assuredness as you prepare for the professional environment.

Core units
- Studio 3.1
- Studio 3.2
- Humanities 3
- Technologies 3
Entry Requirement
UK
- Grades AAA. A mixture of science/maths and humanities/arts subjects is preferred, but not essential. Art or Fine Art A-levels are particularly welcomed; however please note applicants with three arts-based subjects (for example Art, Graphics and 3D Design, or Art, Photography and Design and Technology), or a BTEC Extended Diploma in Art & Design on its own will not be considered as meeting our entry requirements.
- Access to Higher Education Diploma - Overall 60 credits are required with 45 at Level 3 awarded at distinction level.
- General Studies is not accepted.
We will ask for a portfolio of your work as part of your application.

SPECIFIC GCSE REQUIREMENTS
GCSE English Language and Mathematics at grade C or grade 4. Equivalent qualifications may be considered

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Applicants will have to demonstrate their creative and visual awareness by the submission of a digital portfolio (via a blog) on request. We also consider other factors, such as other educational achievements, life experience and skills on an individual basis.

International

We will ask for a portfolio of your work as part of your application.

INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE POINTS
36 with three subjects at higher level 6 or above

IELTS SCORE REQUIRED FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
6.5, with writing 6.5 and no components below 6

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Applicants will have to demonstrate their creative and visual awareness by the submission of a digital portfolio (via a blog) on request. We also consider other factors, such as other educational achievements, life experience and skills on an individual basis.
Fees & Scholarships
UK AND CHANNEL ISLAND STUDENTS
Full-time fee: £9,250 per year. This tuition fee is agreed subject to UK government policy and parliamentary regulation and may increase each academic year in line with inflation or UK government policy for both new and continuing students.

EU AND NON-EU INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Full-time fee: £25,500 per year. Tuition fees will remain the same for each year of your course providing you complete it in the normal timeframe (no repeat years or breaks in study).
Career Prospect
BA Architecture graduates are highly valued for their confidence and creativity, and benefit from our strong links with national and international architectural practices.

They have gone on to successful careers in areas including:
- advertising
- architecture
- estate management
- project management
- real estate
- urban design
- web design
Top employers of our BA Architecture graduates include Aedas, AR, Atkins, BDP, BroadwayMalyan, Foster + Partners, Hawkins\Brown, and Sheppard Robson.

Cost Of Studying At Manchester Metropolitan University

Interest rates as low as 8.9% ^*

250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

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