Architecture BSc (Hons)

Course Overview

You can make a major positive contribution to society by shaping our environment and surroundings, leaving a lasting impact and legacy.

• Professionally accredited by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA1), this course adopts a hands-on approach to learning with a focus on imagination, communication and context.
• Coventry University is ranked 3rd for Student Satisfaction in the Midlands for Architecture in The Complete University Guide 2024.
• Our graduates can be found working in leading architectural practices, including Aedas RHWL, Faulkner Browns Architects, C.F. Møller Architects and Schmidt Hammer Lassen.

What You'll Study

Year One

• Construction and Environmental Fundamentals - 20 credits
  • This module integrates the environmental aspect of the design process and practices in combination with architectural design.
• Experimental Design and Communication - 40 credits
  • This module introduces you to basic elements of architectural design which integrates learning across different subjects and disciplines.
• Spatial Design - 30 credits
  • This module enables you to develop a comprehensive architectural proposal.
• Material Cultures and Histories - 20 credits
  • This module explores architectural and urban history through selected themes and periods.
• Digital Skills 1 – 10 credits
  • This module builds on your manual drawing and representation skills.

Year Two

• Assembly and Environmental Systems – 20 credits
  • This module is designed to expand knowledge of construction technology, environmental design and building materials.
• Urban Design and Communication- 40 credits
  • The module introduces you to the urban design discipline and the investigation of the architecture of the city.
• Residential Design – 30 credits
  • This module enables you to investigate and test alternative forms of housing.
• Architectural and Cultural Critiques – 20 credits
  • The module explores modern concepts in the architectural production of the post-industrial world.
• Digital Skills 2 – 10 credits
  • This module explores advanced applications of digital opportunities in order to generate, analyse and prototype architectural design propositions.

Placement Year

• UK Work Placement– 0 credits
  • This module provides you with an opportunity to reflect upon and gain experience for an approved placement undertaken during your programme.
• International Study/Work Placement – 0 credits
  • This module provides you with an opportunity to reflect upon and gain experience for an approved international study/work placement undertaken during your programme.

Final Year

• Design, Planning and Ethics – 20 credits
  • This module brings together learning about how architecture operates in professional practice in the UK.
• Contemporary Debates and Research – 20 credits
  • This module discusses contemporary and potential future trends of design in relation to societal perspectives.
• Interdisciplinary Collaborative Project -20 credits
  • This module provides you with the opportunity to explore how to set up and run an architecture practice in the UK.
• Comprehensive Design – 40 credits
  • Architectural design is a complex and challenging process which requires the ability to creatively synthesise and integrate a diverse range of knowledge and skills.
• Applied Construction and Environmental Sciences – 20 credits
  • The module builds on your technical knowledge and connects that knowledge with advanced application in a major building project.

How You'll Learn

• Teaching contact hours: 15-18 hours per week in the first year, with optional sessions and guided/independent study.
• Assessment: practical or project work, coursework, essays, individual assignments, presentations, group work.

Entry Requirements

• UK: 128 UCAS points, ABB at A level, GCSE maths, English and art and design at grade 4/C or Functional Skills Level 2.
• International: IELTS 6.0 overall, with no component lower than 5.5.

Fees and Funding

• UK: £9,535 per year (2025/26), with a tuition fee loan available.
• EU: £9,535 per year (2025/26), with an EU Support Bursary available.
• International: £19,850 per year (2025/26).

Facilities

• Simulation Centre with best practice building information modelling (BIM).
• Informal study areas with computer access to specialist software.
• Architectural Studio with high-spec computers and software.

Careers and Opportunities

• Graduates can work in architectural practices, interior or graphic design, or pursue further education.
• Recent graduates have gone on to work in Coventry, London, Newcastle, Bristol, and further afield.

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Overview:

• Founded in 1843 as the Coventry School of Design
• Received university status in 1992
• Over 30,000 students from over 150 countries
• Campuses in Coventry, London, and Scarborough
• Known for its focus on practical, industry-focused education

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Student Life:

• Over 150 student clubs and societies
• Sports teams in various disciplines
• Student support services include counseling, mental health support, and disability support
• Campus facilities include a gym, swimming pool, and student union

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Academics:

• Offers undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in a wide range of subjects
• Faculty with industry experience and research expertise
• Teaching methodologies include lectures, seminars, workshops, and project-based learning
• Academic support services include writing centers, math labs, and peer mentoring
• Unique academic programs include:
  • Centre for Applied Science and Technology
  • Centre for Business in Society
  • Centre for Intelligent Systems

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Top Reasons to Study Here:

• Ranked among the top 150 universities in the UK (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023)
• Excellent industry connections and partnerships
• Specialized facilities such as the National Transport Design Centre and the Centre for Advanced Manufacturing
• Notable alumni include:
  • Sir Frank Whittle, inventor of the jet engine
  • Sir David Attenborough, naturalist and broadcaster
  • Sir Patrick Stewart, actor

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Services:

• Counseling and mental health support
• Health center
• Accommodation services
• Library with over 1 million books and resources
• Technology support
• Career development services