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Master of Architecture

Birmingham City University

Birmingham, United Kingdom
2 years
English
On campus
Master

About the program

A four-year studio-based architecture degree that leads toward a master's degree and licensure.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1.5 years): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Learners studying Architecture can develop the ability to develop discipline-specific knowledge
Critically evaluate relevant evidence and communicate ideas using suitable professional or academic methods. These are indicative learning goals
Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.

Career outcomes

Architectural designer
Architectural project manager
Architectural fabricator
Design-build professional
Architectural journalist
Architectural researcher
Architectural renderer
Urban developer

Curriculum

Four-year studio-based major covering studio foundations
Architectural and urban history
Digital visualization
Building technology
Hybrid 3D fabrication and ecological design. Third-year studio in professional practice and adaptive reuse with design firms. Guaranteed co-op or internship
Credits not stated.

Entry requirements

Academic

Normally a UK 2:2 honours degree or international equivalent in a relevant subject
some courses ask for professional qualifications
work experience
a portfolio
an audition or an interview. English: IELTS 6.0 overall with no band below 5.5 unless the course page states more.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject; BCUIC pre-master's accepted for entry; CV for applicants who graduated over 2 years ago; some courses need work experience or portfolio

Language tests

IELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5)
TOEFL iBT 72
PTE Academic 59
Institutional test: BCU English Proficiency Test at IELTS 6.0 level
IELTS Academic 6

Other requirements

Portfolio required
Interview required

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
Academic Qualification Certificate
Statement of Purpose
Passport Copy
English Language Test Results
Portfolio

How to apply

Review the programme entry requirements and the intake deadline. Complete the institution application or the authorized admissions process for the selected course. Prepare the academic records and course-specific supporting documents requested by admissions. Provide English proficiency evidence if required. Follow the admission decision and arrange a student visa if applicable.

Other costs

Tuition per year	£19,630 GBP
Application fee	£30 GBP
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	City Centre
Faculty or school	School of Architecture Built Environment Computing and Engineering
Department	Architecture Art and Design Construction and the Built Environment
Teaching language	English
Credit value	180
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1.5 years
Scholarship note	BCU has published a 3,000 GBP tuition scholarship for eligible self-funded full-time taught Master's entrants in September 2026 or January 2027, excluding specified courses and online study. This does not confirm 2027/28 awards; applicants must check the new intake rules.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed

Scholarships

BCU has published a 3,000 GBP tuition scholarship for eligible self-funded full-time taught Master's entrants in September 2026 or January 2027, excluding specified courses and online study. This does not confirm 2027/28 awards; applicants must check the new intake rules.

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Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.