Architecture (with Professional Practice Year) - BSc (Hons)

Architecture shapes how we live, work and connect, and there is a growing demand for skilled, forward‑thinking designers. This degree gives you the creative, technical and professional skills to step confidently into architectural design, planning and related fields. It combines studio-based design projects with in-depth technical knowledge of materials and construction techniques, while you develop practical and creative skills to explore, analyse and communicate architectural ideas effectively. Facilities and specialist equipment Specialist studios and workshops   Digital labs for design, testing and refining ideas and projects  3D printing, scanning and prototyping  Industry-standard digital tools such as AutoCAD, SketchUp and Revit  Industry-standard architectural and BIM software  Range of building, surveying, measuring and monitoring equipment  Career-powered links This course has been developed in collaboration with our industry and community partners, ensuring it reflects current and emerging professional practice. Our partners include Willmott Dixon, Kier Group, SDC Builders, Capital Sky and Child Graddon Lewis Architects and Designers. You benefit from strong industry engagement through construction site visits, exhibitions, live project briefs, guest lectures, and design critiques. You study at our Luton campus, located at the centre of a major UK growth and regeneration area, with access to live developments such as a new football stadium, airport expansion and significant town-centre regeneration projects. Your student experience Benefit from a creative and immersive learning experience that combines studio-based design with technical and theoretical study.  Explore architectural design, learning to shape internal spaces and external forms with confidence.  Through a mix of hands-on projects, lectures and industry-informed activities, develop the skills to design, analyse and communicate architectural ideas with confidence. Work on individual and group projects that take ideas from initial concept through to planning and construction, applying principles of sustainability, environmental responsibility and social impact.  Prepare for professional architectural practice, building your skills in collaboration, critical thinking and creativity. Learn from an experienced academic staff as well as industry engagement, live projects, site visits and guest lectures.