BA Architecture
About this course
BA (Hons) in Architecture, an architecture degree centred on design, construction technology, and environmental systems. Core topics include Engineering Design. This three-year undergraduate programme offers an optional year abroad and leads towards a Master of Architecture (MArch) qualification. The first year establishes fundamental methods through modules such as History of Architecture, Environment and Culture, Design Communication, and Structure and Construction. The second year progresses to urban studies, passive environmental design systems, and structural design alongside studio projects. The final year examines active environmental design systems, practice management, and integrated technologies in construction alongside advanced design studio work.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAA IB: 36 points overall with no score less than 4 or pass the IB Diploma plus 6,6,6 in 3 HL subjects. BTEC: D and Grade AA at A-Level; DDD
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What students say
Based on about 123 final-year students who answered
- Teaching on my course: 94%
- Learning opportunities: 92%
- Assessment and feedback: 91%
- Academic support: 96%
- Organisation and management: 91%
- Learning resources: 94%
- Student voice: 91%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 270 students who started
- Continued on course: 96%
- Left higher education: 4%
What graduates do next
Based on about 40 graduates who answered
- Working: 70%
- Working and studying: 7%
- Further study: 7%
- Unemployed: 9%
Most common jobs
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 60%
- Architects, Chartered Architectural Technologists, Planning Officers, Surveyors and Construction Professionals: 15%
- Elementary occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 85%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 75%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 70 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 42%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 7%
- West Midlands: 3%
- East of England: 3%
- London: 19%
- South East: 13%
- South West: 6%
- Wales: 6%
- Scotland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 220 students who started
- A levels: 80%
- A degree: 1%
- Other HE qualification: 17%
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
- HISTORY OF ARCHITECTURE, ENVIRONMENT AND CULTURE
- CONTEXT 1.2 ARCHITECTURE AND THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT
- ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN PRINCIPLES
- STUDIO 1.1: DESIGN COMMUNICATION
- STUDIO 1.2: DESIGN
- STUDIO 1.3: DESIGN
- TECHNOLOGY 1.2: STRUCTURE AND CONSTRUCTION
- MODERN ARCHITECTURE: HISTORIES AND CRITIQUES
- CONTEXT 2.1: URBAN STUDIES
- DESIGN 2.1
- PASSIVE ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN SYSTEMS
- TECHNOLOGY 2.2: STRUCTURAL DESIGN
- STUDIO 2.3 DESIGN
- CONTEXT 3.1: HISTORY AND THEORY OF ARCHITECTURE
- ACOUSTICS, LIGHTING AND ACTIVE ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN SYSTEMS
- PRACTICE MANAGEMENT
- STUDIO 3.1 DESIGN
- STUDIO 3.2 DESIGN
- INTEGRATED TECHNOLOGIES IN CONSTRUCTION
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BA Architecture at University of Liverpool earn?
The median salary is £25,000 after 15 months, £23,500 after 3 years, £29,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £26,000 and £35,500. The £29,000 median after five years is the same as the UK median for Architecture.
What do graduates of BA Architecture at University of Liverpool do next?
84% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BA Architecture at University of Liverpool?
94% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BA Architecture at University of Liverpool?
The typical offer is AAA at A level, or 36 points in the IB. The average entrant had 139 UCAS points.
Is BA Architecture at University of Liverpool 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 at University of Liverpool include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BA Architecture at University of Liverpool?
96% of students continued into their second year, and 4% left higher education.