The Architecture degree is your first step towards a professional career in Architecture (RIBA Part I). We offer a broad-based design degree that typically leads to RIBA Part II and III within the department. Our commitment is to provide you with a dynamic, challenging and supportive environment. You are encouraged to investigate and develop your ideas through drawing, photography, film, video, CAD and computer-based explorations; model-making and workshop-based fabrications; and installations.
Course structure
The Architecture degree is your first step towards a professional career in Architecture (RIBA Part I). We offer a broad-based design degree that typically leads to RIBA Part II and III within the department. Our commitment is to provide you with a dynamic, challenging and supportive environment. You are encouraged to investigate and develop your ideas through drawing, photography, film, video, CAD and computer-based explorations; model-making and workshop-based fabrications; and installations.
Course structure
Full-time students take eight modules per year (four design studies modules and four subject studies modules).
Design studies modules are taught in studios of about 20 students each, with a distinct design philosophy.
Level 1 includes an introduction to learning and assessment in higher education and the wider context of your subject.
Modules include:
Introduction to History and Theory
Introduction to Architecture
Materials and Construction
Structures, Environment and Sustainability
Design, Making Ideas
Design, Context and Process
Design, Spatial Investigations
Design, Visual Thinking
Level 2 increasingly addresses 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, From Participation to Realisation
Design Proposition
Design Exploration
Level 3 is a thesis year which further develops your skills in independent problem identification and analysis.
Modules include:
History Dissertation
Design Research and Proposition
Design Resolution
Comprehensive Design Project
Integrated Design Audit
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 students with relevant academic/professional experience, including equivalent overseas qualifications. We look for potential in spatial design, creative imagination and visual or constructive aptitude, together with motivation and ability to complete the course. We normally ask candidates to attend an interview and present a portfolio of work. See our website for further details
For an explanation of qualifications, have a look at our IAG page on this site www.creativeway.org.uk/quals.
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Advice on courses and careers:-
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cultural industries. We can provide information direct to Students,
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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