MArch (Hons) Architecture, University of Bath

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About this course

The MArch (Hons) in Architecture at the University of Bath is a two-year program starting in September 2025 designed to guide students towards becoming qualified architects. The course meets ARB/RIBA requirements for part 2 architectural education, enhancing your knowledge and practical skills for complex design proposals. It uniquely integrates a semester-long placement at the start of the first year, allowing you to connect academic learning with professional practice, and to understand the evolving role of architects in the construction sector. Throughout the course, you’ll engage in lectures on architectural history, theory, sustainability, and urban design, with opportunities for field trips across the UK or Europe. The curriculum emphasizes research, studio projects, and sustainable urban solutions, culminating in a final studio project based on a city of your choice.

Why this course is highly recommended

This course is highly valued because it prepares students for professional registration with ARB and RIBA, providing both academic recognition and practical experience. The integration of a placement early in the course enhances employability, often leading to job offers before graduation. The supportive academic environment, with dedicated studio space and expert tutors, helps students develop their unique architectural identity and prepares them for a career in leading architectural practices.

Specialisation

The course offers opportunities to focus on areas such as urban design, sustainability, and complex architectural planning through research and studio projects. Students can develop their interests further by investigating specific urban environments and creating tailored project briefs for their final studio.

Course fees

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1st year tuition fees

Living cost

Degree requirements

Applicants need a bachelor’s honours degree, typically a high 2:1 or above, with strong evidence of design excellence, validated for ARB/RIBA Part 1 or equivalent. Additionally, a minimum of 9 months of approved RIBA Part 1 work experience is required before enrolling in this program. For non-UK qualifications, the ARB assesses equivalence, and applicants may need to pass the ARB’s Prescribed Part 1 examination.

English language test

DUOLINGO

IELTS

6.5

TOEFL

PTE

Want to learn more about the admission process, eligibility criteria, and acceptance rates for international students? Visit the University of Bath admission page for complete details.

Career prospects

Graduates will be equipped to evaluate materials, processes, and techniques in complex architectural designs. The course develops problem solving, project management, and teamwork skills vital for professional practice. Many alumni secure positions at leading architectural firms, often before finishing their studies, opening pathways for a successful career in architecture both within the UK and internationally.

FAQs

What are the English language requirements?

International students need an IELTS score of 7.0 overall, with no less than 6.5 in each component, or equivalent in other accepted tests like PTE Academic or TOEFL IBT. These must be achieved within 24 months of starting the course.

What are the course fees and associated costs?

Fees are not yet published, but students should budget for additional expenses like software licenses (~£424), design materials (~£220 per year), and optional study trips (~£250). Living costs should also be considered.