Architecture BA (Hons)
University of Kent
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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Start date

14-SEP-24

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3 Years

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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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**Why study Architecture at Kent?**• **Your course, your way:** Explore the relationship between people and spaces, and focus on how people want to live, work and relax in the 21st century. Our course provides a balance of theory, design work and professional experience. It’s not just about creating beautiful buildings; youll lead on projects, solve complex problems and learn to communicate your ideas.• **Access fantastic facilities:** Our specialist spaces include modern design and dedicated ...Read more


Why study Architecture at Kent?


Your course, your way:

Explore the relationship between people and spaces, and focus on how people want to live, work and relax in the 21st century. Our course provides a balance of theory, design work and professional experience. It’s not just about creating beautiful buildings; you'll lead on projects, solve complex problems and learn to communicate your ideas.


Access fantastic facilities:

Our specialist spaces include modern design and dedicated model workshops, laser-cutting facilities, computer studio and digital hub, and a Digital Crit Space with 75-inch Clevertouch screens. The workshop includes a band saw vacuum former, laser cutter, high-speed CNC router and a large fully extracted spray room.


Get career ready:

The creative, planning and technical skills you develop at Kent prepare you for a role in an architectural practice or in a career related to planning, design, graphics or visualisation. You’ll also make important connections thanks to our links with architectural industry bodies and professional practices such as Guy Holloway and Farrells.


Join our community:

As part of the School of Architecture, you can attend guest lectures and research seminars with industry professionals or join the student-run Kent Architectural Students Association (KASA) and help organise social events, design competitions and the End of Year Show.


Expand your Horizons

: In a competitive market, having something that differentiates you from the crowd is a real plus. This course provides the option to study abroad or work in industry for a year, demonstrating flexibility in your outlook and displaying enthusiasm and a drive to succeed in new environments.

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CUG Subject Ranking
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24th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
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48th
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Entry requirements

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A level:

BBC - AAB Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

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UCAS Tariff:

112 - 136 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

D:30,M:15 Grades / Points required

GCSE/National 4/National 5:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DDM - DMM Grades / Points required

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Scottish Higher qualifications are considered on an individual basis.

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The University will not necessarily make conditional offers to all Access candidates but will continue to assess them on an individual basis.If we make you an offer, you will need to obtain/pass the overall Access to Higher Education Diploma and may also be required to obtain a proportion of the total level 3 credits and/or credits in particular subjects at merit grade or above.

Applicants should have grade C or 4 in Mathematics GCSE or a suitable equivalent level qualification.

Applicants should achieve 128 tariff points or equivalent in the IB Diploma.

The University will consider applicants holding BTEC National Diploma and National Extended Diploma Qualifications (QCF; NQF; OCR) on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice on your individual circumstances.A typical offer would be to achieve Distinction, Distinction, Merit.

Tuition fees

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England

9,250 per year

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22,700 per year

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Students from EU

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22,700 per year

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University of Kent
University of Kent , Canterbury

Established in 1965, the University of Kent has a proud track record of excellence in teaching and research and is ambitious to...

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