BA (Hons) Architecture

Course content

You will study 360 credits over the duration of your course: 

• Year 1 - six core modules
• Year 2 - five core modules and one option module
• Year 3 - five core modules, including a 20-credit dissertation and a 40-credit integrated design project

Our modules may change to reflect the latest academic thinking and expertise of our staff, and in line with Department/School academic planning.

Fees and funding

Annual tuition fees

These fees are for students starting in the 2025/26 academic year. Undergraduate fees for 2026/27 will be confirmed later in the year.

UK (home) or international fees?

The level of fee that you will be asked to pay depends on whether you're classed as a UK (home) or international student. Check your fee status.

Fees for subsequent years

• UK (home) fees may increase within the government fee cap in subsequent academic years. We will notify you of any increase as soon as we can.
• International fees are subject to increase in subsequent years in line with the prevailing Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation rate (up to a maximum of 10%).

More information

For more information about tuition fees, any reduced fees for study abroad and work placement years, scholarships, tuition fee loans, maintenance loans and living costs see undergraduate fees and funding.

Funding

We'll confirm more funding opportunities for students joining us in 2026/27 throughout the year.

• UK government loans
• UK scholarships and bursaries
• International scholarships
• Country-specific funding
• US loans

Academic excellence scholarships

We are pleased to offer academic excellence scholarships to the value of £1,000 for Architecture students who achieve AAA at A level (or equivalent). 

Teaching and assessment

You’ll study and learn with academics who are active researchers, experts in their field and have a passion for their subjects. Our approach to teaching will provide you with the knowledge, opportunities, and support you need to grow and succeed in a global workplace. Find out more about our approach to teaching and learning.

Teaching format

We integrate conventional lecture formats with practical workshops and immersive design studio sessions. Project-based learning is central to our curriculum, so you’ll engage actively in the creative process. You'll develop your computing and visual skills through tailored workshops.

Field trips offer you real-world insights into design and construction:

• You'll take trips across the UK as part of your studies.
• The course includes a fully funded overseas trip in Year 2.

These trips enrich your understanding of global architecture and cultural diversity, preparing you for a dynamic career ahead.

We have strong connections with architectural firms and local communities including York Central, enriching your learning through real-world expertise and mentoring opportunities.

In the UK, full-time students are expected to spend 1,200 hours a year learning. That's about 40 hours of classes and independent study each week during semesters. Everyone learns at a different rate, so the number of hours you spend on independent study will be different to other students on your course.

Facilities

At York, you'll have access to a fantastic range of facilities, including:

• Design studios with drafting and model making equipment 
• Computer labs with CAD software
• A curated building materials library
• Digital fabrication facilities, including 3D printers, laser cutters and computer numerical control (CNC) machining for digital fabrication projects.

We'll also provide you with:

• An equipment pack that includes essential tools to start your study
• Model making materials allowance
• Printing allowance
• Essential design software e.g. Revit, CAD and the Adobe suite

You'll have access to a rich variety of resources through the University Library.

Get to grips with emerging technologies in the Creativity Lab. Explore VR and AR, 3D design, podcasting, 360 filming and recording, photography and more.

Teaching location

You'll be based in the York School of Architecture on Campus East.

About our campus

Our beautiful green campus offers a student-friendly setting in which to live and study, within easy reach of the action in the city centre. It's easy to get around - everything is within walking or pedalling distance, or you can use the fast and frequent bus service. Take a campus tour.

Assessment and feedback

Most of our modules are portfolio-assessed.

The adoption of portfolio assessment reflects the contemporary nature of Architecture practice. This approach encourages you to recognise the connections between each module, giving you a comprehensive understanding of the profession.

For all portfolio assessments, students will be informed of the weightings of constituent parts of the portfolio in the project briefs.

Entry requirements

Additional requirements

We require GCSE Mathematics at grade 5 (B) or equivalent.

Your application will be reviewed and if you meet our entry criteria you'll be invited to an interview and also to submit a digital portfolio.

Alternative offers

Meeting the following additional criteria may qualify you for an alternative offer.

English language

If English isn't your first language you may need to provide evidence of your English language ability. We accept the following qualifications:

For more information see our undergraduate English language requirements.