BA Architecture (Placement Year)
About this course
BA Hons in Architecture (Placement Year), an architecture degree centred on spatial design, technology, and professional practice. Core topics include Research Methods, Fieldwork, Project Management, Engineering Design, Critical & Analytical Thinking, and Ethics & Professional Practice. Students undertake an integrated work-based learning placement year in the third year of the programme. The first year introduces architectural design, spatial exploration, site analysis, architectural history, and structural principles through modules such as Architectural Design Studio 1A, Architectural Design Studio 1B, Architectural Humanities 1, and Architectural Technology. The second year progresses to live projects, building regulations, urban masterplanning, and eco-technology via Architectural Design Studio 2A, Architectural Design Studio 2B, Architectural Humanities 2, and Architectural Technology and Professional Skills. The third year consists of the Work Based Learning Year placement. The final year focuses on advanced site analysis, integrated technology, and professional responsibilities through modules including Architectural Design Studio 3A, Architectural Design Studio 3B, Architectural Humanities 3, Integrated Technology, and Professional Practice.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAA IB: 36 points overall with 16 points from the best 3 HL subjects
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What students say
Based on about 15 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 74%
- Learning opportunities: 74%
- Assessment and feedback: 79%
- Academic support: 70%
- Organisation and management: 50%
- Learning resources: 78%
- Student voice: 67%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 40 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 14 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 70%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 10%
Most common jobs
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 50%
- Architects, Chartered Architectural Technologists, Planning Officers, Surveyors and Construction Professionals: 15%
- Skilled trades occupations: 5%
- Caring personal services: 5%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 65%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 45%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 90%
- Baccalaureate: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- 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, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Architectural Design Studio 1A
- Architectural Design Studio 1B
- Architectural Humanities 1
- Architectural Technology
- Architectural Design Studio 2A
- Architectural Design Studio 2B
- Architectural Humanities 2
- Architectural Technology and Professional Skills
- Work Based Learning Year
- Architectural Design Studio 3A
- Architectural Design Studio 3B
- Architectural Humanities 3
- Integrated Technology
- Professional Practice
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BA Architecture (Placement Year) at Lancaster University earn?
The median salary is £25,000 after 15 months. After fifteen months the middle half of graduates earn between £24,000 and £27,000. The £25,000 median after fifteen months is £500 less than the UK median for Architecture.
What do graduates of BA Architecture (Placement Year) at Lancaster University do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BA Architecture (Placement Year) at Lancaster University?
74% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BA Architecture (Placement Year) at Lancaster University?
The typical offer is AAA at A level, or 36 points in the IB. The average entrant had 130 UCAS points.
Is BA Architecture (Placement Year) at Lancaster University accredited?
Yes. Validated by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) at Part 1 level for the purpose of eligibility for membership of the RIBA.
Does BA Architecture (Placement Year) at Lancaster University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory placement year.
How many students continue on BA Architecture (Placement Year) at Lancaster University?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.