BA Architecture (RIBA Part 1)
About this course
BA (Hons) in Architecture, covering design, technology and the built environment. Core topics include Design & Creative Practice, Ethics & Professional Practice, Research Methods, and Communication & Writing. The degree is prescribed by the Architects Registration Board (ARB) and validated by RIBA and the Board of Architects Malaysia, with graduates gaining exemption from RIBA Part 1. The course includes a research-based architectural dissertation in the final year and shares its first year with students on related built environment programmes.
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Entry requirements
AAB-BBB at A Level or equivalent. 136-120 UCAS tariff points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications. Merit at T Level. DDD-DDM in BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma. Merit in UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma. Merit in RSL Level 3 Extended Diploma. Pass in Diploma Foundation Studies in Art and Design combined with A Level or BTEC National qualifications, to total an equivalent of 136-120 UCAS tariff points. Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits at Merit or above. 136-120 UCAS tariff points from International Baccalaureate qualifications.
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What students say
Based on about 9 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 96%
- Learning opportunities: 91%
- Assessment and feedback: 86%
- Academic support: 100%
- Organisation and management: 91%
- Learning resources: 82%
- Student voice: 94%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 50 students who started
- Continued on course: 75%
- Left higher education: 20%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 13 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 65%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Unemployed: 20%
Most common jobs
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 30%
- Teaching Professionals: 20%
- Architects, Chartered Architectural Technologists, Planning Officers, Surveyors and Construction Professionals: 20%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 20%
- Find their work meaningful: 90%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 90%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 90%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 45 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 35%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 45%
- East Midlands: 5%
- West Midlands: 5%
- South East: 5%
- Wales: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 35 students who started
- A levels: 85%
- Access course: 5%
- A degree: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Prescribed by the Architects Registration Board (ARB) at Part 1 level for the purpose of registration in the UK.
- Validated by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) at Part 1 level for the purpose of eligibility for membership of the RIBA.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- History and Theory 3: Architectural Dissertation
- (Architectural) Technology 3: Materials and Tectonics
- Professional Practice
- Design 3.2 Architectural Futures
- Architectural Cultures
- Architecture and Culture
- Building Technology and Digital Communication
- Design 1.1 Basic Principles of Design
- Design and Programme
- Design and Form
- Architecture and Society
- Building Technology and Digital Detailing
- 2.1 Architecture and Context
- 2.2 Integrated Design
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BA Architecture (RIBA Part 1) at University of Huddersfield earn?
The median salary is £25,000 after 15 months, £22,500 after 3 years, £25,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £17,000 and £33,000. The £25,000 median after five years is £4,000 less than the UK median for Architecture.
What do graduates of BA Architecture (RIBA Part 1) at University of Huddersfield do next?
70% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BA Architecture (RIBA Part 1) at University of Huddersfield?
96% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BA Architecture (RIBA Part 1) at University of Huddersfield?
The typical offer is AAB at A level. The average entrant had 117 UCAS points.
Is BA Architecture (RIBA Part 1) at University of Huddersfield accredited?
Yes. Prescribed by the Architects Registration Board (ARB) at Part 1 level for the purpose of registration in the UK. Validated by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) at Part 1 level for the purpose of eligibility for membership of the RIBA.
How many students continue on BA Architecture (RIBA Part 1) at University of Huddersfield?
75% of students continued into their second year, and 20% left higher education.