Architecture (ARB RIBA Part 2) Master of Architecture - MArch

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This is the place where exceptional architects are created. You’ll study at a world-leading university that’s an expert in sustainable buildings. We’re home to the multi-award-winning Creative Energy Homes and Trent Basin sustainable community.

Who is this course for?

This course is ideal for ambitious architects who want to take the next step in their career. The MArch Architecture (ARB/RIBA Part 2) is a two-year professional course in architecture leading to an ARB and RIBA accredited degree.

When you have completed Part 2 of your ARB/RIBA architecture journey, you’ll be a highly skilled, reflective graduate who will be able to apply your knowledge to the needs of the industry and be ready to register on the ARB/RIBA Part 3 course, the final step needed to complete your architectural education.

What knowledge will I gain?

You’ll gain cutting-edge knowledge taught by industry-leading and award-winning academics and practitioners, and practice applying your skills in the real-world. You’ll be able to solve global architectural challenges in a social and environmental context and be highly employable.

In year one you’ll take a variety of modules covering design, humanities, environment and technology, and professional studies. In year two the emphasis is on independent research and student-centred learning that supports the completion of a major design thesis focused on an area of interest to you.

You’ll work with our RIBA award-winning academics and tutors, bringing experience from leading design practices, including 31/44 Architects, Witherford Watson Mann Architects, winners of the RIBA Stirling Prize 2013, 6a Architects, finalist in the RIBA Stirling Prize 2017, and Caruso St John Architects, winners of the RIBA Stirling Prize 2016.  You will also work with our honorary professors from RIBA award-winning practices East Architecture and Stephen Taylor Architects.

Why should I choose University of Nottingham?

We're ranked top 10 in the UK for Architecture and Built Environment (Complete University Guide 2024 and The Times Good University Guide 2023), and we’re ranked first in the Russell Group universities for overall satisfaction in Architecture, with 97% overall satisfaction and 97% teaching on my course (National Student Survey 2022 and 2023) as rated by our MArch Part 2 students.

University of Nottingham students are 66th in the world for employability (QS graduate employability rankings 2022) and our graduates are highly valued by prospective employers:

"UoN students have a well-rounded understanding and skill set that is rooted in reality. They graduate with many of the capabilities that we need in people who can not only design, but also deliver beautiful and meaningful designs in this ever-accelerating world of technological and societal challenges and solutions." Mark Taylor, Director (Technical Design) at Allies & Morrison architects

We are a global university, with staff and students from over 150 countries. We offer comprehensive support for international students, from scholarships and visa guidance to living here in Nottingham. You'll feel like you belong here, even before you start. We know how to welcome international students and have a comprehensive support package for you, from scholarships and visa guidance to living here in Nottingham (UK).