BSc Architecture

The BSc in Architecture, offered by Queen's University Belfast, is a full-time, three-year undergraduate degree that provides students with a comprehensive understanding of architecture and urbanism. The course follows a studio-centred pedagogic strategy that encourages students to investigate, propose, and speculate on social, cultural, political, and environmental issues that affect architecture and our sense of place and identity.Course Content: The BSc in Architecture course covers core architectural ideas, techniques, and concerns. It is structured around four key themes: investigation, proposition, detail, and theory. Students will develop a diverse range of skills, including design, sketching, model-making, and presentation, as well as technical knowledge covering materials, construction technology, environmental science, and digital media. The course includes multiple study trips, both local and international, to provide students with real-world exposure to architecture.Key Modules: The course is divided into different modules, each covering a unique aspect of architecture such as design, technology, theory and context, visual studies, and professional studies. The final year of study culminates in a comprehensive architectural project that demonstrates the student's comprehensive understanding of architectural design and its relation to the urban context.Accreditations: The course is accredited by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) and the Architects Registration Board (ARB).Future Careers: Graduates from this course could progress to a variety of careers including professional architecture, urban design, landscape architecture, architectural technology, conservation, and heritage, amongst others.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.