BSc Architecture
Entry requirements
Key Entry Requirements Either: A-levels: Grade profile of AAC Access to HE: Access to HE Diploma (60 credits) of which a minimum of 45 must be at Level 3 (128 UCAS point equivalence, minimum 30 credits at distinction) BTEC: Grade profile of DDM T-Level: Pass grade D. Tariff: Other Level 3 qualifications are accepted for entry. A minimum of 128 UCAS Tariff points will be required. International entry requirements and application guidance can be found here Use the UCAS Tariff calculator to check your qualifications and points Plus: GCSE: English language and maths grades 9-4/A*-C or equivalent Equivalent qualifications include the following at Level 2: Functional Skills, Key Skills, Learn Direct. Equivalency Test: If you have not achieved your Level 2 qualifications, you are eligible to take our University equivalency tests . The tests for this course are free of charge and can be taken completely online. Our admissions team will confirm in your offer if you are required to take one of these assessments. Equivalent qualifications include the following at Level 2: Functional Skills, Key Skills, Learn Direct. Equivalency Test: If you have not achieved your Level 2 qualifications, you are eligible to take our University equivalency tests . The tests for this course are free of charge and can be taken completely online. Our admissions team will confirm in your offer if you are required to take one of these assessments. Other Requirements Students must have studied a minimum of two years post GCSE level. However, it is expected that some applicants will be mature students with work experience, who wish to further their career development. These applicants will be processed through standard procedures, which may involve an interview as part of the process. Please see http://wlv.ac.uk/mature for further information.
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What students say
Based on about 9 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 93%
- Learning opportunities: 93%
- Assessment and feedback: 100%
- Academic support: 95%
- Organisation and management: 82%
- Learning resources: 100%
- Student voice: 91%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 45 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 55%
- Gained a higher qualification: 5%
- Left higher education: 30%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 9 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 65%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 15%
Most common jobs
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 35%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 15%
- Skilled trades occupations: 10%
- Caring personal services: 10%
- Engineering professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 100%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 95%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 70%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 75 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 1%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 8%
- West Midlands: 65%
- East of England: 8%
- London: 8%
- South East: 3%
- South West: 3%
- Wales: 3%
Who gets in
Based on about 40 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 85%
- 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): Bronze overall, Bronze for student experience, Bronze for student outcomes.
Modules
- Architectural Communication
- Design Studio: Designing for the Individual Client
- Design Studio: Principles of Architectural Design
- History and Theory of Architecture
- Materials, Construction and Structure
- Advanced Materials Construction and Structure
- City and Urbanism
- Climate Responsive Design
- Design Studio: Integrating Technology
- Design Studio: Integrating Urban Design
- Architectural Practice & Management
- Design Studio: Integrating Comprehensive Design
- Design Studio: Major Project
- Special Studies Dissertation
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Architecture at University of Wolverhampton earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £26,500 after 3 years, £31,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £23,500 and £42,000. The £31,500 median after five years is £2,500 more than the UK median for Architecture.
What do graduates of BSc Architecture at University of Wolverhampton do next?
80% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Architecture at University of Wolverhampton?
93% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Architecture at University of Wolverhampton?
The average entrant had 90 UCAS points.
Is BSc Architecture at University of Wolverhampton 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 BSc Architecture at University of Wolverhampton?
55% of students continued into their second year, and 30% left higher education.