BA (Hons) Architecture

The Architecture BA (Hons) course offered by Lancaster University is a creative and intellectually stimulating three-year programme that will equip students with creative skills and specialist knowledge required to make a meaningful impact in the field of architecture. Throughout the course, students can undertake numerous design projects, engage in practical work, and have the opportunity to study topics such as technology and environmental science related to architecture practices.Course Content: The course is delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, tutorials, practicals, workshops, studio design work, case studies, skills training, and independent study. The programme's core curriculum includes modules dedicated to architectural design, materials, construction, environmental science, architectural history, and professional practice. In the final year, students can undertake a major design project that allows them to demonstrate and implement the knowledge and skills they have gained throughout the course.Accreditations: The course is validated by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) and the Architects Registration Board (ARB) as satisfying the criteria of Part 1, the first stage of the formal educational requirement for registration as an architect in the UK.Future Careers: After completing the BA Architecture course, graduates may choose to work in architectural firms, construction companies, or property development. Some graduates also choose to continue their education and training to become registered architects. The transferable skills gained during the course can also create pathways into design and creative industries, urban planning, conservation work, heritage management, or teaching.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.