Architecture (ARB RIBA Part 2) MArch
University of Nottingham
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MArch - Master of Architecture

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Course overviewBuild on your successThis is the place where exceptional architects are created. You’ll study at a world-leading university that’s an expert in sustainable buildings. We’re home to the multi-award-winning Creative Energy Homes and Trent Basin sustainable community.Who is this course for?This course is ideal for ambitious architects who want to take the next step in their career. The MArch Architecture (ARB/RIBA Part 2) is a two-year professional course in architecture leading to ...Read more

Course overview

Build on your success

This is the place where exceptional architects are created. You’ll study at a world-leading university that’s an expert in sustainable buildings. We’re home to the multi-award-winning

  • Creative Energy Homes
  • and
  • Trent Basin
  • sustainable community.

    Who is this course for?

    This course is ideal for ambitious architects who want to take the next step in their career. The MArch Architecture (ARB/RIBA Part 2) is a two-year professional course in architecture leading to an ARB and RIBA accredited degree.

    When you have completed Part 2 of your ARB/RIBA architecture journey, you’ll be a highly skilled, reflective graduate who will be able to apply your knowledge to the needs of the industry and be ready to register on the ARB/RIBA Part 3 course, the final step needed to complete your architectural education.

    What knowledge will I gain?

    You’ll gain cutting-edge knowledge taught by industry-leading and award-winning academics, combined with practicing applying your skills in the real-world. You’ll be able to solve global architectural challenges in a social and environmental context and be highly employable.

    In year one you’ll take a variety of modules covering design, humanities, environment and technology, and professional studies. In year two the emphasis is on independent research and student-centred learning that supports the completion of a major design thesis focused on an area of interest to you.

    You’ll also benefit from the experience of our RIBA award-winning lecturers and guest professors, fresh from industry roles at East Architecture and Stephen Taylor Architects.

    You’ll work with our RIBA award-winning academics and tutors, bringing experience from leading design practices, including 31/44 Architects, Witherford Watson Mann Architects, winners of the RIBA Stirling Prize 2013, 6a architects, finalist in the RIBA Stirling Prize 2017, and Caruso St John Architects, winners of the RIBA Stirling Prize 2016.

    Why should I choose University of Nottingham?

    We're ranked top 10 in the UK for Architecture and Built Environment (Complete University Guide 2024 and The Times Good University Guide 2023), and we’re ranked firstin the Russell Group universities for overall satisfaction in Architecture, with 97% overall satisfaction as rated by our MArch Part 2 students (National Student Survey 2022).

    100% of our MArch Part 2 graduates were in high skilled work, further higher education or professional study within 15 months of graduation (HESA Graduate Outcomes Survey 2019-20).

    We are a global university, with staff and students from over 150 countries. We offer comprehensive support for international students, from scholarships and visa guidance to living here in Nottingham. You'll feel like you belong here, even before you start.We know how to welcome international students and have a comprehensive support package for you, from scholarships and visa guidance to living here in Nottingham (UK).

    Careers

    Expert staff can help you research career options and job vacancies, build your CV or resume, develop your interview skills and meet employers.

    Each year 1,100 employers advertise graduate jobs and internships through our online vacancy service. We host regular careers fairs, including specialist fairs for different sectors.

    International students who complete an eligible degree programme in the UK on a student visa can apply to stay and work in the UK after their course under the Graduate immigration route. Eligible courses at the University of Nottingham include bachelors, masters and research degrees, and PGCE courses.

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    Jocelyn
    26 Jan 23

    I started university on a different course (although similar to what I am studying now) due to not really knowing where to go after A-Levels. In the first few weeks I knew it..Read more

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    Entry requirements

    Students need to have 2:1 in architecture or a similar subject. External applicants: Applicants who have completed an undergraduate degree at an institution other than the University of Nottingham require an ARB/RIBA accredited Part 1 degree at 2:1 standard. Admission will be subject to the submission of a portfolio, letters of reference, and a personal statement. University of Nottingham Part 1 graduates: Applicants who completed their undergraduate Part 1 degree at the University of Nottingham with a 2:1 standard gain automatic entry. Those with a 2:2 standard are required to submit a portfolio and personal statement. Those who are not enrolled on the year out (year zero) or who have been out for more than 2 years, are required to fulfil the same entry requirements as an external applicant above.

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    £9,250 per year

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    £28,600 per year

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    £28,600 per year

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    University of Nottingham
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