Architecture and Urban Planning
BA (Hons)
Newcastle University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 20 graduates of Architecture and Urban Planning BA (Hons) at Newcastle University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in .
This particular course
Salary
Salary of Graduates in Architecture
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £23000 | £27000 | £32000 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £18500 - £26000 | £21000 - £32000 | £26000 - £41500 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Architecture
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £23195 | £26034 | £30177 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £20172 - £25454 | £20928 - £31535 | £24546 - £37702 |
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Course Description
This degree offers a lively and thought-provoking introduction to important ideas about architecture and cities. We place particular emphasis on the idea of ‘alternative practice’; a radical approach that aims to encourage people to actively participate in the design of their environment. We use practical case studies, historical examples, theoretical ideas and a live community project to support your understanding of how architecture and cities can be developed.
What You Will Learn
Programme content: As a student of Architecture and Urban Planning, BA (Hons) you will study the following course modules.
Stage 1
Stage 2
Stage 3
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.
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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 and Urban Planning BA (Hons) at Newcastle University
| 50% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
| 10% | Design occupations |
| 5% | Elementary occupations |
| 5% | Customer service occupations |
| 5% | |
| 5% | Administrative occupations |
| 5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 5% | Secretarial and related occupations |
| 5% | Web and Multimedia Design Professionals |
| 5% | Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Minimum Required UCAS Tariff
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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Qualification requirements
Combinations of Highers and Advanced Highers accepted. Scottish qualifications can be taken in more than one sitting.
GCSE Maths grade B or 6 or Pass in Level 2 Maths required.
Combinations of Highers and Advanced Highers accepted. Scottish qualifications can be taken in more than one sitting.
If you offer the Level 3 Extended Project Qualification in a topic relevant to the degree programme, we will vary our offer to recognise this.
Three subjects at Grade 5 or above at Higher Level
Art/Design subject preferred but not essential
From 3 Principal Subjects
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- Foundation / Pathway Courses
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- 6.5
- Others
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
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- 6.5
- Undergraduate Degrees
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Architecture and Urban Planning, BA (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.
Costs
Tuition Fees Architecture and Urban Planning BA (Hons)
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
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| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
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, 2024
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 Newcastle University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Newcastle University in related subject specific rankings.
Architecture, Building & Planning
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- #7
- #9
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- Architecture
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
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- #16
- #21
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- Architecture
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 24 September, 2022]
See all 33 university rankings of Newcastle University
About Newcastle University
Founded in 1834, Newcastle University is located in the small city of Newcastle upon Tyne. Less than an hour’s bus ride from the coast, this institution of higher education offers Undergraduates modern lecture theatres, state-of-the-art laboratories, and spaces for socialising and for being creative such as their Fine Arts Hub. Postgraduate students have their own library, complete with a laptop loan system and assistance from knowledgeable librarians to ensure that students have every means of succeeding.
Student composition of Newcastle University
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Students by level of study Academic year 2020/21 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on 10 February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 21065
- postgraduates:
- 5535
- Total:
- 26600
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 24 September, 2022
