Architecture - BSc (Hons)

University of Reading

Best aspect is the campus. I really like both campuses even though I’m only mainly on the London Road Campus. There is no worst part in this uni but maybe we could have more opportunities to take part in international events or more opportunities to network

The lecturers are very involved in your work and want to help you succeed. Nobody wants to see you fail. The workload is demanding but challenging.

If you are willing to put the work in you will be rewarded with great teaching, helpful feedback and tutors who genuinely care about your success. We all start from a relatively similar skill set and if you work hard you will get to the top of your cohort. However, it is a difficult course, it's stressful and it leads to an underpaid job at the end. This isn't the universities fault, this is just intrinsic in the world of architecture. However, we are informed of this during the degree and the tutors make it clear if we aren't passionate about architecture, there is an out at the end of the degree. If you still hold that passion (as I do) they will help you get your desired grade, but, again, as long as you put the work in.

There is a very strong sense of community within the University. There are lots of events carried out that allow you try out new things and make new connections! The Campus has everything so it’s very convenient to reside in and the greenery makes the walk around campus very enjoyable:)

The feel of the place and the friendliness of the staff is great! I like having rich and useful discussions with my tutors and the people in my course. The life in halls is also very enriching and exciting!