Architecture (with Placement year) BA (Hons)
Anglia Ruskin University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 25 graduates of Architecture (with Placement year) BA (Hons) and other courses in Architecture at Anglia Ruskin University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Architecture.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
All Architecture courses of Anglia Ruskin University
Salary
Salary of Graduates in Architecture, Building and Planning
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Architecture at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £29000 | £31500 | £37000 |
25-75 percentile range | £24000 - £32000 | £23500 - £39000 | £26500 - £49000 |
All Architecture, Building and Planning courses of Anglia Ruskin University
Salary of all UK Graduates of Architecture, Building and Planning
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £23131 | £25010 | £28792 |
25-75 percentile range | £20700 - £25694 | £19794 - £30100 | £23742 - £35267 |
All Architecture, Building and Planning courses in the UK
Course Description
Our architecture studios are exciting, creative places with industry-standard equipment. Here, our experts will deliver a learner-centred and research-led approach to architecture.
You’ll become skilled in developing design concepts, experimenting with different media, and representing your ideas through drawings, physical and digital models.
But you won’t be restricted to the studio. You’ll go on site visits so you can analyse the language and style of buildings, their construction, and see projects taking shape in real life. Together, we’ll explore building design, ‘buildability’ and sustainability.
There’s also an optional European field trip each year, to cities such as Lisbon, Venice, Rome and Vienna. It’s a great chance to explore how architecture contributes to shaping our urban life.
Your future career is important so you’ll learn about the construction business and project management. We have a network of visiting designers, artists, historians and theorists who deliver workshops, lectures and tutorials. You can also choose to take a placement as part of your BA (Hons) Architecture degree, and gain industry experience.
We make sure your course is relevant to the real world, by helping you to engage ethically, politically, and sustainably with the changing landscape of the built environment, better preparing you for the world of work.
At ARU, we believe it's important to recognise our students' hard work. That's why, at the end of each academic year, we showcase and celebrate your achievements with an End of Year Show.
When you complete your degree course, you will have fulfilled the first part of the three-part process to become a registered architect in the UK.
On our BA (Hons) route, you'll study Level 4, 5 and 6 modules over three years in Chelmsford. You have the option to take a foundation (Level 3) course at ARU College in Cambridge for a year before starting the main part of the course.
On our BSc (Hons) route, you'll take a Level 3 foundation year at ARU College in Cambridge, then transfer to Chelmsford where you'll take Level 4 modules in your second year. If you pass these modules, you'll be eligible to transfer to Year 2 (Level 5) of the BA course. If you are not eligible, you'll continue on the BSc, taking our Level 5 modules in your third year.
Our ARB prescribed Architecture course has also been awarded RIBA Part 1 Full Status, unconditionally. This is subject to ratification by the RIBA Education Committee. This gives further credibility to our degrees and offers greater career prospects to our students.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
All Architecture courses of Anglia Ruskin University
Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Architecture (with Placement year) BA (Hons) at Anglia Ruskin University
30% | Skilled trades occupations |
30% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
10% | Teaching Professionals |
10% | Natural and social science professionals |
10% | Caring personal services |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Minimum Required UCAS Tariff
from a minimum of 2 A Levels (or equivalent).
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Architecture
All Architecture courses of Anglia Ruskin University
Qualification requirements
If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University. All prospective students must submit evidence of their creative abilities by providing a portfolio.
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 4.5
- Foundation / Pathway Courses
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- 5.5
- Foundation Law
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
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- 7.0
- Graduate Degrees Law
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- 5.5
- Undergraduate Degrees
Costs
Tuition Fees Architecture (with Placement year) BA (Hons)
England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
Please note the fee for the placement year is £1,400
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Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
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.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
Positions of Anglia Ruskin University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Anglia Ruskin University in related subject specific rankings.
Architecture, Building & Planning
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- #42
- #52
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- Architecture
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
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- #42
- #52
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- Architecture
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 09 September, 2023]
See all 23 university rankings of Anglia Ruskin University
About Anglia Ruskin University
Founded in 1858, Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) is located in Cambridge, England, just a 15-minute walk from the City Centre. This university offers an extensive catalogue of Undergraduate and Postgraduate courses, as well as 8 student housing options at distinct price points. Cambridge is famous for being a student city, and those at ARU can benefit from that by mixing with those students working at the numerous universities throughout the city.
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Student composition of Anglia Ruskin University
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Total number of students enrolled at Anglia Ruskin University by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 23010
- postgraduates:
- 5190
- Total:
- 28200
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Architecture”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
Where is this programme taught
Similar courses
Program | University | Student satisfaction | Unemployed | Dropout | Tuition (UK) | Tuition (International) | UCAS Tariff | City | ||
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Architecture (with Integrated Foundation Year) BA (Hons) | University for the Creative Arts | 79% | 0% | 7% | £9250 | £17500 | 126 | Canterbury | On campus Full-time | |
Architecture / Architecture (International) (RIBA Part 1) BA (Hons) | University of Huddersfield | 69% | 10% | 23% | £9250 | £16500 | 153 | Huddersfield | On campus Full-time | |
Interior Architecture (with Professional Practice Year) BA (Hons) | University for the Creative Arts | - | - | - | £9250 | £17500 | - | Canterbury | On campus Full-time | |
Landscape Architecture (with Foundation) BA (Hons) | University of Gloucestershire | - | - | - | £9250 | £15000 £15450 | - | Cheltenham | On campus Full-time | |
Interior Architecture (with Integrated Foundation & Professional Practice Years) BA (Hons) | University for the Creative Arts | - | - | - | £9250 | £17500 | - | Canterbury | On campus Full-time | |
Architecture (with placement year) BArch (Hons) | Loughborough University of Technology | 81% | 0% | 3% | £9250 | £27250 | 178 | Loughborough | On campus Full-time | |
Landscape Architecture with a Foundation Year BA (Hons) | Birmingham City University | - | - | - | £9250 | £16085 | - | Birmingham | On campus Full-time | |
Interior Architecture and Design (with preparatory semester) BA (Hons) | London Metropolitan University | - | - | - | £9250 | £19250 | - | London | On campus Full-time | |
Naval Architecture with Ocean Engineering BEng (Hons) | University of Strathclyde | - | - | - | £9250 | £26700 | - | Glasgow | On campus Full-time | |
Landscape Architecture BA (Hons) | University of Greenwich | - | - | - | £9250 | £16150 £17000 | - | London | On campus Full-time |
Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 09 September, 2023