Course summary
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.
Modules
Year 1 Compulsory modules currently include: Form Finding Building Design Building Envelope Modern House Folio Ancient and Medieval Architecture Light and Structure Year 2 Compulsory modules currently include: Studio 2A: Landscapes Classroom 2A: Academic Studies 1 (Early Modern) Studio 2B: Communities (*Inter-progs Collab. 01) Classroom 2B: Climate and Sustainability Studio 2C: Adaptive Reuse Classroom 2C: Academic Studies 2 (Modernity) Year 3 Compulsory modules currently include: Studio 3A: Urban Classroom 3A: Research (*Inter-progs Collab. 02) Studio 3B: Major Design Project 01 Classroom 3B: Professional Practice and Detailing 01 Studio 3C: Major Design Project 02 Classroom 3C: Professional Practice and Detailing 02
How to apply
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- K100
- Institution code:
- K24
- Campus name:
- Canterbury campus
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
Entry requirements for advanced entry (i.e. into Year 2 and beyond)
Direct entry into Year 2 of this programme is considered on a case by case basis.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 112 - 136 points
A level - AAB - BBC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM - DMM
Access to HE Diploma - D: 30 credits M: 15 credits
Scottish Higher
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Additional entry requirements
Interview
Portfolio
English language requirements
Applicants should have grade C or 4 in English Language GCSE or a suitable equivalent level qualification.
Please visit our website for further information:
https://www.kent.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/how-to-apply/english-language-requirements.html
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £9250 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
EU | £22700 | Year 1 |
International | £22700 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Provider information
University of Kent
Recruitment and Admissions Office
Registry
Canterbury
CT2 7NZ
Course contact details
Visit our course pageAdmissions Contact
01227 768896
01227 827077