Overview

The Architecture course offered at The University of Manchester, which is appraised by the Architects Registration Board (ARB) and the Royal Institute for British Architects (RIBA), allows you to take the first step to becoming an architect.

You will benefit from the expertise of specialist practice and research-active lecturers, who provide a rich and stimulating environment in which to study architecture.

What's more, you'll be inspired by the world-famous city of Manchester - the industrial revolution birthplace turned 21st century metropolis - and its vibrant, contemporary and innovative architecture scene.

Career opportunities

We're one of the most targeted universities by the nation's top employers.

BA Architecture graduates are highly valued for their confidence and creativity, and benefit from our strong links with national and international architectural practices. They have gone on to successful careers in areas including:

advertising;

architecture;

estate management;

project management;

real estate;

urban design;

web design.

Programme Structure

Structure:

Year 1 will provide you with an understanding of contemporary architectural practice.
In Year 2, the multi-layered nature of the design process is explored, and urban theory and specialised sustainability knowledge is applied to design projects, transforming the aesthetic concepts of the first year into the techno-cultural strategies used by professionals.
In Year 3, you will begin to formulate your individual position on contemporary architecture and urbanism.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-30 00:00:00

More details

The final deadline is 30 June, however, we recommend you apply until 25 January.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

58

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Architecture View 247 other Bachelors in Architecture in United Kingdom

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

58

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

A-level

A mixture of science or maths and humanities or arts subjects is preferred, but not essential.

AS-level

AS level results are not considered as part of the standard admissions process at The University of Manchester.

GCSE

Applicants must demonstrate a broad general education including acceptable levels of Literacy and Numeracy, equivalent to at least Grade C or 4 in GCSE/iGCSE English Language and Mathematics.

International Baccalaureate

36 points overall. 6, 6, 6 in higher-level subjects

Tuition Fee

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International

30000 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 30000 GBP per year during 36 months.
National

9250 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9250 GBP per year during 36 months.

Living costs for Manchester

645 - 1197 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Architecture.

Available Scholarships

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