Innovative building design is driving the inspirational environments of the future. By bringing together architecture and engineering, the next generation of architects can ensure that today’s emerging issues – environmental impact and sustainability – are also addressed as we push the boundaries of design and reimagine the buildings of the tomorrow.
Our Architecture degree is innovative and groundbreaking, giving professional qualifications in three different disciplines: Architecture, Structures and Building Physics. The University of Leeds is the first and only instituti...
Innovative building design is driving the inspirational environments of the future. By bringing together architecture and engineering, the next generation of architects can ensure that today’s emerging issues – environmental impact and sustainability – are also addressed as we push the boundaries of design and reimagine the buildings of the tomorrow.<br/><br/>Our Architecture degree is innovative and groundbreaking, giving professional qualifications in three different disciplines: Architecture, Structures and Building Physics. The University of Leeds is the first and only institution in the UK to offer this range of integrated learning, recognised by professional bodies.<br/><br/>Studying architecture at Leeds gives you a critical understanding of how science, the arts and society come together through creative building design projects. You’ll develop a scientific and creative approach to building design, supported by learning in architectural history and theory, urban design, structures, construction, materials and building physics.<br/><br/>You’ll build in-depth knowledge of architectural principles as well as applied science and technology, exploring creative design issues through drawings and models, developing presentation and computer modelling skills using industry-standard software.<br/><br/>Our accredited degree develops architects who actively contribute to sustainable and economic growth whilst maintaining the highest ethical standards and delivering the infrastructure we all rely on in everyday life.<br/><br/>This is a practical course, so you’ll have access to a range of specialist facilities. You can make the most of our flexible design studio space which will be a base for you to learn and study, with specialist model-making facilities to support your design projects.<br/><br/>**Why study at Leeds**<br/>- This course is accredited and validated by the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM), the Chartered Institution of Building Service Engineers, the Architects Registration Board and the Royal Institute of British Architects.<br/><br/><br/>- Design projects are a key part of our Architecture and Architectural Engineering degrees, giving you valuable hands-on experience and putting into practice the creative and technical skills you have learned, supported by our team of academic and practicing architects and engineers.<br/><br/><br/>- Access excellent specialist facilities including design studio space, as well as industry-standard software such as Revit (Building Information Modelling), IES (dynamic thermal modelling), Robot (structural analysis) and Adobe Creative Suite (graphic communication).<br/><br/><br/>- Our globally-renowned research here at Leeds helps to address societal and technical challenges with infrastructure around the world and feeds directly into your course, shaping what you learn with the latest thinking.<br/><br/><br/>- Develop your experience and boost your career prospects with our industrial placement opportunities. Recent industrial placement students have gained valuable experience at Arcadis, Evolve Consulting Engineers Limited, Price & Myers, Cummins and Nationwide Structures Ltd.<br/><br/><br/>- Our student-led Civil Engineering Society and Architecture Society give you the chance to meet like-minded people who share your passion for civil engineering and architecture. You can take part in industrial networking events, site visits and workshops to build your experience and connections, as well as social events.<br/>
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
24/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Application deadline
Provider Details
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Course Code
K1H2
Institution Code
L23
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
Scottish HigherA,A,B,B,B AA at Advanced Higher level, including Mathematics, and AABBB at Higher level. Access to HE DiplomaD:30,M:15 Pass 60 credits overall with 45 credits at Level 3, 30 credits with Distinction (including an appropriate number of Mathematics modules) and the remaining 15 credits with Merit or above. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme18 points at higher level to include 5 points in HL Mathematics. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)D*D*D D*D*D with Distinctions in all Mathematics units including Maths and Further Maths (and/or other appropriate maths units) plus an interview and diagnostic Maths test. Some units may be optional on your BTEC but are required by the Faculty. Please contact Admissions for further information. Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H1,H2,H2,H2,H2,H2 H1 H2 H2 H2 H2 H2 including Mathematics. GCSE/National 4/National 5GCSE: English Language at grade 4 or above, or an appropriate English language qualification. We will accept Level 2 Functional Skills English in lieu of GCSE English. Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalD3,D3,D3 D3, D3, D3 including Mathematics. A levelA,A,A AAA including Mathematics. Where an A-Level Science subject is taken, we require a pass in the practical science element, alongside the achievement of the A-Level at the stated grade. Excludes A-Levels General Studies and Critical Thinking. Extended Project Qualification (EPQ), International Project Qualification (IPQ) and Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (ASCC): We recognise the value of these qualifications and the effort and enthusiasm that applicants put into them, and where an applicant offers an A in the EPQ/IPQ/ASCC we may make an offer of AAB at A-Level (any required subjects such as Mathematics must still be at grade A). |
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