MSci Architecture
About this course
MSci in Architecture, an architecture degree combining undergraduate and graduate study with a compulsory year abroad in professional practice. Core topics include Research Methods. The course is structured as a continuous five-year programme integrating academic study and practice. The first year covers foundational concepts through Understanding Architecture, Designing Architecture, History and Theory: Global Histories, and Technology Concepts and Tools. The second year focuses on project work and history with Project Portfolio 1 (Year 2), Project Portfolio 2 (Year 2), Project Book (Year 2), and Situating Practice. The third year builds advanced capabilities via Research By Design 1, Research by Design 2, History and Theory: Integrated Architecture Dissertation, and Advanced Skills. The fourth year continues portfolio development through Project Portfolio 1 (Year 4), Project Portfolio 2 (Year 4), and Project Book (Year 4). The fifth year includes optional study such as Research in Practice alongside professional experience.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAB (Comprehensive portfolio of creative work required upon invitation, at application stage.) IB: 36 points (A total of 17 points in three higher level subjects, with no higher level score below 5. No specific subjects are required but a comprehensive portfolio of creative work required upon invitation, at application stage.)
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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: 89%
- Learning opportunities: 89%
- Assessment and feedback: 84%
- Academic support: 88%
- Organisation and management: 69%
- Learning resources: 83%
- Student voice: 83%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 45 students who started
- Continued on course: 100%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 40 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 5%
- East Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 5%
- London: 65%
- South East: 10%
- South West: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 40 students who started
- A levels: 65%
- Baccalaureate: 30%
- A degree: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Prescribed by the Architects Registration Board (ARB) for the purpose of registration in the UK.
- Validated by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) for the purpose of eligibility for membership of that body.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Understanding Architecture
- Designing Architecture
- History and Theory: Global Histories
- Technology Concepts and Tools
- Foundational Skills
- Project Portfolio 2 (Year 2)
- Project Portfolio 1 (Year 2)
- Project Book (Year 2)
- Situating Practice
- History and Theory: Architectural Constellation
- Research By Design 1
- Research by Design 2
- History and Theory: Integrated Architecture Dissertation
- Advanced Skills
- Designing Practice
- Project Portfolio 2 (Year 4)
- Project Portfolio 1 (Year 4)
- Project Book (Year 4)
- History and Theory (Year 4)
- Research in Practice
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MSci Architecture at University College London earn?
The median salary is £27,000 after 3 years, £30,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £26,000 and £37,000. The £30,500 median after five years is £1,500 more than the UK median for Architecture.
Are students happy with the teaching on MSci Architecture at University College London?
89% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for MSci Architecture at University College London?
The typical offer is AAB at A level, or 36 points in the IB. The average entrant had 166 UCAS points.
Is MSci Architecture at University College London accredited?
Yes. Prescribed by the Architects Registration Board (ARB) for the purpose of registration in the UK. Validated by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) for the purpose of eligibility for membership of that body.
How many students continue on MSci Architecture at University College London?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.