University of Reading Cookie Policy We use cookies on reading.ac.uk to improve your experience. Find out more about our cookie policy. By continuing to use our site you accept these terms, and are happy for us to use cookies to improve your browsing experience. Continue using the University of Reading website Show/Hide navigation Open Search form Henley Business School University of Reading Malaysia View courses mask ARCHITECTURE See the other subjects we offer COVID-19 update Find out how we’re adapting during COVID-19. Are you creative and ambitious? Would you like to build a successful career within the global building design industry? Then our BSc Architecture degree is the programme for you. The University of Reading’s School of Architecture opened to students in September 2016. Since then, we have worked alongside industry to develop an Honours degree course which is designed to prepare you for the architectural profession of tomorrow. Our teaching and learning facilities include a remodelled historic building with dedicated studio space available to use seven days a week. As well as valuing traditional drawing and visualisation, we place a strong emphasis on digital technologies, and you will have access to a purpose-built 3D immersive digital design environment. Our team combines vast professional experience with cutting-edge academic research to give you the best of all worlds. The University of Reading is ranked 3rd in the UK for research impact in Architecture, Built Environment and Planning in the Times Higher Education Institutions Ranked by Subject, 2014, based on its analysis of REF 2014. Leading architectural practices and major construction companies are working with us to support their own workforce development – meaning that you will often be learning alongside and networking with potential employers and mentors. You will also have the opportunity to enhance your studies by working on live projects with our industry partners, and attending field trips in the UK and abroad. As part of the cohort joining our BSc Architecture course in 2022, you will have the opportunity to apply for an annual £1,000 scholarship for each of the three years of the undergraduate degree (subject to conditions). Your first degree is Part 1 of your journey to becoming an architect. The Architects Registration Board (ARB) has prescribed our BSc (Hons) Architecture degree under the Architects Act 1997. One of the requirements for gaining a professional architecture qualification is to study on a prescribed course. Our degree is also validated by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA). This is formal recognition from RIBA that our degree achieves the standards needed to prepare students for the professional practice of architecture. COURSES BSc Architecture Full Time: 3 Years BSc Architecture with International Foundation Year - September Entry Full Time: 4 Years We offer students experience in practice as part of their undergraduate programme. Our dialogue with industry and practice leaders ensures that our curriculum prepares students for careers in architecture in the 21st century. Lorraine Farrelly Head of Architecture Contextual offers We make contextual offers for all our courses. Take the next step How to apply Come to an Open Day Get a prospectus Ask us a question Chat to our students RELATED SUBJECTS Architectural Engineering Surveying and Construction Graphic Communication and Design READY FOR MORE? Visit an Open Day View courses How to apply Find us Charitable Status Accessibility Privacy Policy Cookies Terms of use © University of Reading