Architecture (with Foundation Year) - BSc(Hons)

University of the West of England, Bristol

Bachelor's degree

In Bristol

£ 300 + VAT

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Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Bristol

  • Start date

    Different dates available

Why BSc(Hons) Architecture?
The discipline of architecture is constantly evolving, as is the role of the architect responding and adapting to new changes. Working with an ever-expanding palette of materials, architectural expertise is required on micro and macro scales - from new build to creative reuse working.
First and foremost this profession seeks to provide well-considered and creative solutions to a range of problems within today's industry. Whether focused on sustainability, an artistic concept, detail design, or simple idea, a solid understanding of cutting-edge materials, methods and technology enables our graduates to identify and apply the most effective solution.
Why study our course?
On this BSc(Hons) Architecture course, you will develop a clear understanding of the theoretical, historical, environmental, technological and professional factors influencing architecture. You will investigate the design, refurbishment, use and re-use of existing and new build structures with an emphasis on building technology. In particular you will be taught to develop creative solutions from artistic concepts through to detail design. Our aim is to produce the most sought after students by developing specialist knowledge of materials and structure enabling you to think creatively and build exciting cutting-edge buildings.
Working in the Design Studio you will develop design skills including CAD, drawing, modelling, and mapping as well as structural and environmental strategies to support activity.
We have been ranked 6th nationally for Architecture in The Guardian University League Tables 2017.
Real world experience
Throughout the course, you will develop your creative portfolio through design projects, many with real clients and sites. You will be taught by industry-experienced lecturers and visiting tutors, many of whom run their own architectural practices. It is very important to study buildings in the flesh so you will assess and review architecture on...

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Bristol (Avon)
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Coldharbour Lane, BS16 1QY

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About this course

Professional accreditation
This new course has been designed to meet the requirements of the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) as a 'Part 1' qualification in architecture.
This course is also accredited by the Architects Registration Board (ARB).
Placements
Students who get work experience are more likely to graduate with a better degree and get higher quality work on graduation. So as well as helping hone your professional skills, industry knowledge and network, experience will make you highly employable on graduation.
Throughout the course, you will develop your...

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Subjects

  • Design
  • Technology
  • Architectural
  • Materials
  • Teaching
  • Industry
  • Project
  • Drawing
  • CAD
  • University

Course programme

Content

Year 0 (Foundation Year)

  • Foundation Maths, Algebra and Calculus
  • Foundation in Design Communications
  • Foundation Design Studio
  • Foundation Design History

You will study the Foundation Year alongside students from our other Architecture and Product Design courses, and so you may be able to transfer to a course in one of these areas at the end of the Foundation Year.

The normal expectation is that you must pass all Year 0 modules before progressing to Year 1.

Year 1

  • Studio 1
  • Technical Studio 1
  • Investigating Structures
  • Making of Place

Year 2

  • Architecture and Design Studio 2
  • Advanced Technology and Environment 2
  • IT for Designers
  • Research and Design Strategies
  • History of Architecture

Final year

  • Architecture and Design Studio 3
  • Advanced Technology and Environment 3
  • Collaborative Practice
  • Theories of Architecture and their Application to Design
  • Dissertation

The core of the student experience is the Design Studio and wherever possible modules are designed to integrate with the learning undertaken in the Design Studio. Design Studios are structured around different themes in every year and include a rich variety of conceptual and pragmatic projects. These culminate in the final year with a year-long special study project which combines rigorous research and a fully integrated architectural design project. In addition to carrying out design tasks students are introduced to a variety of techniques including CAD, drawing, modelling and mapping.

The Department's inter-professional approach includes projects where students work with undergraduates from other disciplines within the built environment. This encourages mutual respect and understanding of the professions which they are likely to be working with in practice and helps develop skills in presentation, negotiation, communication and delegation.

This course can be studied at City School of Architecture, Sri Lanka, where content may vary slightly from the module details listed here.

The University continually enhances our offer by responding to feedback from our students and other stakeholders, ensuring the curriculum is kept up to date and our graduates are equipped with the knowledge and skills they need for the real world. This may result in changes to the course. If changes to your course are approved we will inform you.

Learning and Teaching

Teaching staff provide a friendly, enabling environment for learning. They are actively engaged in research and/or professional practice, ensuring students understand the latest research and business drivers.

The course is taught mainly in studios and is project-led, with a variety of teaching methods including lectures, seminars, laboratory work, tutorials and computer-based techniques. This enables a highly creative approach to design within an authentic learning environment, enabling students to acquire essential knowledge, skills and techniques.

For more details see our full glossary of learning and teaching terms.

Study time

You will study for six years full-time, so a full architectural education can be completed. After four years, you will have completed the BSc(Hons) Architecture and are then advised to spend a year in an architectural practice. You can then proceed to the M(Arch) (RIBA Part 2) course, which is two years full-time, but may be taken part-time.

Assessment

A wide range of assessment methods are used, with a balance between coursework and examinations.

To support you in the studios there are tutorials and reviews, visiting practitioners and guest lecturers. These are consolidated by lecture courses on: urban design; history, theories and contexts of architecture and planning; planning policy and implementation; technology and construction.

There are projects where you can work with students of other disciplines, to prepare you for a career working with professionals from related fields.

For more details see our full glossary of assessment terms.

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