Architecture (with Integrated Foundation Year) BA (Hons)
University for the Creative Arts
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 45 graduates of Architecture (with Integrated Foundation Year) BA (Hons) and other courses in Architecture at University for the Creative Arts 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 University for the Creative Arts
Salary
Salary of Graduates in Architecture
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £22000 | £25000 | £27500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £20500 - £25500 | £19500 - £29000 | £24000 - £33500 |
All Architecture courses of University for the Creative Arts
Salary of all UK Graduates of Architecture
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £23135 | £25664 | £28475 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £20705 - £25744 | £20503 - £30244 | £23683 - £34474 |
All Architecture Courses in the UK
Course Description
Our BA (Hons) Architecture (with integrated Foundation year) is a four year degree programme, including a foundation year to help develop your creativity before you embark on year one of a degree.
Your journey to becoming a qualified architect begins here on our fully validated and accredited BA (Hons) Architecture (ARB/RIBA Part 1) degree course at UCA Canterbury. Within a lively, progressive and creative environment, you’ll be designing new buildings and considering the world around you from the outset.
On this course, we'll challenge you to become highly skilled in technical drawing and design. You’ll also be encouraged to consider how architecture can have a wider impact on the world – from its immediate surroundings and social contexts, right through to the human body.
Architecture is an ever-evolving subject and in the fast-paced construction industry, there will always be a need for professionals who can provide innovative solutions to the new and undiscovered challenges.
You’ll benefit from dedicated studios, master a wealth of industry-grade technology and apparatus, and have the use of our cutting-edge Tracklab virtual reality studio so you can begin your career in architecture with the theoretical and practical knowledge needed to thrive.
Related courses
- BA (Hons) Interior Architecture (with Integrated Foundation Year)
- BA (Hons) Interior Design (with Integrated Foundation Year)
- BSc (Hons) Industrial Design (with Integrated Foundation Year)
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 University for the Creative Arts
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 Integrated Foundation Year) BA (Hons) at University for the Creative Arts
| 40% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 15% | Information Technology Professionals |
| 5% | Engineering professionals |
| 5% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
| 5% | Administrative occupations |
| 5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 5% | Engineering professionals |
| 5% | Finance Professionals |
| 5% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
| 5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Architecture
All Architecture courses of University for the Creative Arts
English language requirements
| test | Grade |
|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 |
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 |
Costs
Tuition Fees Architecture (with Integrated Foundation Year) BA (Hons)
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
| Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| EU | £17500 | year 1 |
| International | £17500 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
Further information relating to fees and finance can be located at:
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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:
August 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:
- Foundation
UCAS application code:
K10A
University Rankings
of University for the Creative Arts
among 379 universities in England UK
based on 8 different rankings
Positions of University for the Creative Arts in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University for the Creative Arts in related subject specific rankings.
Architecture, Building & Planning
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- #22
- #29
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- Architecture
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 07 September, 2024]
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- #34
- #42
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- Architecture
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 14 May, 2024]
See all 8 university rankings of University for the Creative Arts
About University for the Creative Arts
The University for the Creative Arts is specifically dedicated to art and design subjects, and has campuses in Canterbury, Epsom, Farnham, and Rochester, as well as teaching bases at other institutions such as the Royal School of Needlework and the Maidstone Studios.
List of 285 Bachelor and Master Courses from University for the Creative Arts - Course Catalogue
Student composition of University for the Creative Arts
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Total number of students enrolled at University for the Creative Arts by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 5895
- postgraduates:
- 1140
- Total:
- 7035
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Architecture”: 195 Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
Where is this programme taught
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Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering BEng (Hons) | University of Strathclyde | 87% | 5% | 5% | £9250 | £26700 | - | Glasgow |
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Landscape Architecture BA (Hons) | Birmingham City University | 36% | 8% | 5% | £9250 | £16085 | - | Birmingham |
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Architecture BA (Hons) | University of Brighton | - | 0% | 11% | £9250 | £13842 | 114 | Brighton |
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Architectural & Interdisciplinary Studies BSc (Hons) | University College London | 71% | 10% | 0% | £9250 | £32100 | 198 | London |
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Architectural Studies BSc (Hons) | University of Strathclyde | 87% | 6% | 11% | £9250 | £23200 | 206 | Glasgow |
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Architecture (with Integrated Foundation Year) BA (Hons) | University for the Creative Arts | 72% | 0% | 7% | £9250 | £17500 | 126 | Canterbury |
On campus
Full-time
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Urban Landscape Architecture BA (Hons) | Ravensbourne University London | - | 10% | 12% | £9250 | £17000 | 105 | London |
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Architecture BSc (Hons) | Sheffield Hallam University | 83% | 0% | 5% | £9250 | £16655 | 114 | Sheffield |
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Interior Architecture (with Integrated Foundation Year) BA (Hons) | University for the Creative Arts | 72% | 6% | 3% | £9250 | £17500 | - | Canterbury |
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FAQ about Architecture (with Integrated Foundation Year) BA (Hons) University for the Creative Arts
- Tuition fees for this programme are 9250 per year for UK students. In addition to the tuition fees you should also take into consideration the average monthly cost of living for students in the UK.
- The median salary of graduates of this course was £22000 15 months after graduation, £25000 3 years after graduation and £27500 after graduation.
- Business and public service associate professionals (40%), Information Technology Professionals (15%), Engineering professionals (5%), Managers, directors and senior officials (5%)
- 45 graduates rated the course 72. This means that 72% of graduates indicated that they were satisfied or very satisfied with the course. See detailed ratings above and how these compare to the averages at other universities.
- University for the Creative Arts achieved the highest ranking for Architecture. It is ranked #29 in (Architecture). See all subject rankings for University for the Creative Arts.
- Architecture (with Integrated Foundation Year) BA (Hons) is taught on campus and cannot be taken online at University for the Creative Arts.
- It is rather difficult to get accepted into this course. Accepted students had an average UCAS tariff score of 126 which is higher than 68% of all Architecture courses in the UK.
Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 14 May, 2024
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 07 September, 2024