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Architecture (ARB/RIBA Part 1), BA (Hons) - ARB/RIBA Part 1

University for the Creative Arts (UCA), the United Kingdom

University for the Creative Arts (UCA)

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The award How you will study Study duration Course start Domestic course fees International course fees
BA (Hons) - ARB/RIBA Part 1Full-time3 yearsSeptemberGBP 9250 per yearGBP 13540 per year

About Architecture (ARB/RIBA Part 1), BA (Hons) - ARB/RIBA Part 1 - at University for the Creative Arts (UCA)

Studying BA (Hons) Architecture at UCA Canterbury is a lively, progressive and creative experience that will enable you to learn from a group of highly successful and dedicated architects, designers and engineers.

This course is ranked in the top 10 Architecture courses in The Guardian Good University Guide 2018. You’ll experiment with all elements of architecture – from drawing and modelling, to full-size project making and creating exhibitions in public spaces.

You’ll develop digital skills through the use of industry-standard technology and software. Architects Registration Board (ARB) prescribed and Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) validated, this degree course will also offer you a thorough introduction to architectural management, practice and law.

Through the use of high-calibre technology and software, you’ll gain advanced digital skills with tools such as our Tracklab – a dedicated virtual reality studio with spatial tracking.

You’ll work with a range of cultural institutions and businesses, as well as the Canterbury School of Architecture’s overseas partners. Our exciting projects will involve you in contemporary issues, and live projects will provide you with invaluable industry experience.

Studying in large, light and airy dedicated studios, you’ll have the freedom to embrace and debate the future and develop new ways of thinking on this highly practical course.

An industry mentoring scheme is also available and our excellent student-to-staff ratio will help you to build your portfolio and CV, ready for the professional workplace.

Our BA (Hons) Architecture course also offers progression to a fully-validated UCA MArch in Architecture course.

Our alumni have secured rewarding careers nationally and internationally for more than 60 years – many of our graduates typically progress to one-year paid placements at architects’ offices before continuing their studies at Masters level.

Recent employment opportunities have included working at offices of Zaha Hadid, Norman Foster, Will Alsop, and Sauerbruch Hutton, as well as local architects’ practices such as Clague Architects and Lee Evans Partnership, both of which are located in Canterbury.

Notes about fees for this course

UK/EU: £9,250

International: £13,540

Entry requirements

For more detailed information regarding the International Requirements, please visit the course page.

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