Architectural Studies is aimed at students who are interested in architecture, urbanism and spatial design but who do not intend to become practicing architects, spatial artists or interior designers. It combines an introduction to architectural design education with the exploration of related subjects both academically and creatively. This includes a range of optional modules that allow you to build your own course, culminating in a design and environment-related project. Currently the Department supports four key areas: Architectural and urban history, theory and culture, contemporary architectural technologies, spatial arts and urban regeneration, architectural and design practice.
Architectural Studies is aimed at students who are interested in architecture, urbanism and spatial design but who do not intend to become practicing architects, spatial artists or interior designers. It combines an introduction to architectural design education with the exploration of related subjects both academically and creatively. This includes a range of optional modules that allow you to build your own course, culminating in a design and environment-related project. Currently the Department supports four key areas: Architectural and urban history, theory and culture, contemporary architectural technologies, spatial arts and urban regeneration, architectural and design practice.
Course structure
Full-time students take eight modules per year (four design studies modules and four subject studies modules).
Level 1 prepares you for higher education-level study, introducing key topics and helping you to gain an overview of your subject.
Modules include:
Introduction to History and Theory of Architecture
Introduction to Architecture
Construction and Materials
Design, Making Ideas
Design, Visual Thinking
Design, Spatial Investigations
Level 2 helps you understand and analyse architecture and architectural practice and allows you to identify areas of interest through optional modules. You increasingly address issues related to employability and professional practice.
Modules include:
Modern Architecture and Modernity
Building Study
Introduction to Management Practice and Law
Architecture Services and Sustainability
Design Exploration
Design Proposition
Level 3 is your specialised final year, planned following tutorial advice, around a self-selected project, further developing your skills in problem identification and analysis.
Modules include:
History and Theory Dissertation
Architectural Studies, Research and Proposition
Architectural Studies, Thesis project
GCSE grade C in English Language or key skills qualification level 3 or equivalent. Passes from at least two A levels, plus three other subjects at GCSE level
Two GCE A-level passes, plus two other subjects at GCSE grade C or three GCE A-level passes, plus one other subject at GCSE grade C
GNVQ at advanced level with a merit grade• BTEC National Diploma or Certificate with a pass grade
In addition, applicants should have 240 points from two or more A-levels but we also admit those with relevant academic or professional experience, including equivalent overseas qualifications. We look for interest in all aspects of architectural, urban and interior design. We expect evidence of interpretative and analytical skills. If you have previous academic or appropriate work-based qualifications, you may be exempt from part of the course. We normally ask candidates to attend an interview and present a portfolio of work (including both visual and written materials)
For an explanation of qualifications, have a look at our IAG page on this site www.creativeway.org.uk/quals.
A Progression Agreement is a formal arrangement between two or more
education providers. It spells out what a learner needs to do to be
considered for a place on a named programme of study. Progression Agreements
may vary in the conditions they specify but they all aim to give guaranteed
pathways into higher education.
Advice on courses and careers:-
The Creative Way IAG team provides a specialist service for anyone
interested in finding out about courses and careers in the creative and
cultural industries. We can provide information direct to Students,
Parents/ Carers, Tutors and Careers Advisers via email, phone or organised
workshops and 1 to 1 sessions.
To find out more, visit our IAG page on this site on
http://www.creativeway.org.uk/IAG Or contact one of our career advisers: Matt Ball 07889 001764
m.ball@uel.ac.uk or Sarah
Comerford 07515 051509
s.comerford@uel.ac.uk