MArch Architecture (ARB / RIBA Part 2) is a two-year full-time course that produces graduate architects who are fully equipped for a career in the architectural profession. It is designed to be the next step for professionals pursuing an accredited pathway to becoming a registered architect.
Fully accredited by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) and prescribed by the Architects Registration Board, this course satisfies the educational requirements for RIBA Part 2, before you progress to complete Part 2 practical experience.
With a focus on educating architects with a global outlook, we set collaborative, industry-facing projects set in local, national, and international contexts. The course framework enables you to advance your ability to research, analyse, self-appraise, think critically, work in a team and provide constructive feedback. With core legal, management and design leadership skills built into the course content, you’ll develop high-level skills needed for advanced industry practice.
**Key features**
- **Inspiring spaces** | Based in our Grade II* listed Gothic Revival style Arkwright building, you'll work with industry-standard facilities including a dedicated model-making studio.
- **Guest lectures** | Hear from visiting experts. Previous industry speakers have included RIBA Stirling Awards prize winners.
- **Tailored study** | Choose from optional modules in Year Two, enabling you to undertake further research and learning in an area of interest.
- **Exhibitions and degree shows** | Showcase your work at our annual final year degree show, attended by architecture professionals, industry experts and potential employers.
- **RIBA East Midlands** | Work closely with the RIBA's East Midlands branch whose regional offices are based in our Arkwright building.
Course Details - Modules
Year One:
- Architectural Theory and Research Methods (20 credit points)
- Architectural Technology and Construction Methods (20 credit points)
- Management, Practice and Law (20 credit points)
- Vertical Studio 1 (20 credit points)
- Intervening in the City (40 credit points)
Year Two:
- Dissertation / Research Project (20 credit points)
- Vertical Studio 2 (20 credit points)
- Choice of either Heritage and Conservation, or, Digital Design (both 20 credit points)
- Design Thesis (60 credit points)
Course Details – Assessment Method
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Course Details – Professional Bodies
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How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
K648
Institution code:
N91
Campus Name:
City Campus
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Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
Entry Requirements: 2.2 honours degree in a RIBA/ARB Part 1 accredited course.
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Minimum Qualification Requirements
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English language requirements
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Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
70%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
55%
Go onto work and study:
100%
Fees and funding
Additional Fee Information
Tuition fees for 2022 entry are yet to be confirmed. As a guide and to enable you to plan your finances, the fees for Home undergraduate students for 2021 are £9250. The current expectation is that the University may increase this for future and subsequent years of study in line with inflation and as specified by the Government.
Provider information
50 Shakespeare Street
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Nottingham
NG1 4FQ
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