Architecture and Planning, BA (Hons)

The BA (Hons) in Architecture and Planning stands out due to its accreditation by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) and the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI), with recognition from the Architects Registration Board (ARB) for exemption from RIBA Part 1 exams and endorsement by the Board of Architects Malaysia. As one of five specialized courses at UWE Bristol, it ranks 4th nationally for student satisfaction in architecture (The Guardian University League Tables 2018), producing graduates equipped with expert knowledge to design innovative buildings.This program fosters creativity and problem-solving skills through conceptual and practical projects, including a year-long initiative on urban masterplanning and a final architectural design. Students also undertake a six-week placement in an architect's office or planning authority. Graduates gain a dual qualification, making them highly desirable for careers as architects, urban designers, or town planners in the UK and internationally, with broad expertise in design and technology integration.