Architecture University of Suffolk

Overview

Overview

The Architecture program is offered by University of Suffolk.Successful completion of our full-time three-year undergraduate degree carries exemption from the ARB Part 1, which is the first stage in qualifying as an architect. Only those who complete all three parts of the ARB/RIBA requirements, will be able to register as an architect in practice in the UK.

The BA (Hons) Architecture at Suffolk is a forward-thinking, interdisciplinary programme of study. With us you learn Architecture as a driver for global and situated culture underpinned by three principles: ecologies, pedagogies and technics. You will study how to design buildings, spaces, and urbanities resilient and adaptive to rapid environmental, social and economic change. With your Architectures you will address people’s needs and modes of life on a macro to micro scale by means of critical and creative practice.

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UCAS code: 

K100

Institution code: 

S82

Location: 

Ipswich

Duration: 

Three years full-time.

Typical Offer: 

2023-24 and 2024-25 entry; 112 UCAS tariff points (or above), BBC (A-Level), DMM (BTEC), Merit (T Level).

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Introduction

Professional Accreditation

Our BA (Hons) Architecture is prescribed with the Architects Registration Board (ARB) as Part 1 and the course received the RIBA Candidate Status in 2021. Successful completion of our full-time three-year undergraduate degree carries exemption from the ARB Part 1, which is the first stage in qualifying as an architect. Only those who complete all three parts of the ARB/RIBA requirements, will be able to register as an architect in practice in the UK.

Further information about the University's relationship with the ARB is available in the PSRB register. 

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Our Vision Statement 

The BA (Hons) Architecture at Suffolk is a forward-thinking, interdisciplinary programme of study. With us you learn Architecture as a driver for global and situated culture underpinned by three principles: ecologies, pedagogies and technics. You will study how to design buildings, spaces, and urbanities resilient and adaptive to rapid environmental, social and economic change. With your Architectures you will address people’s needs and modes of life on a macro to micro scale by means of critical and creative practice.

You will be taught by qualified Architects educated to highest level and trained in different contexts who will enrich your student experience with diverse cultural and professional references. With us, you will engage in world-leading events and will engage in current discussions about the future of Architecture.

Our Studio Culture

Our course is supported by the local branch of the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA Suffolk). Each year, we select a number of architects and specialists from practice to contribute and deliver design projects for our agile studio, advise and mentor students in practice.

This course prepares you for industry based on the latest criteria and expectations. The skills we teach essential within the industry and are transferable to other contexts. Upon successful completion and relevant graduate placement/training, you may work in roles such as:

architectural assistants, architectural designers and technicians

artists, visualisers, and illustrators

tutors and teachers in architecture, design technology, and art and design

urban designers, officers in planning and the local authorities