Architecture BSc (Hons)
University of Salford
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 40 graduates of Architecture BSc (Hons) at University of Salford for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Architecture.
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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 | |
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| Median salary | £22000 | £23500 | £23500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £20000 - £24000 | £17000 - £25500 | £17500 - £33500 |
All Architecture courses of University of Salford
Salary of all UK Graduates of Architecture
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £23131 | £25010 | £28792 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £20700 - £25694 | £19794 - £30100 | £23742 - £35267 |
All Architecture courses in the UK
Course Description
Architects shape the world around us, balancing creativity and critical knowledge to transform and inspire our built environment. Our RIBA-accredited BSc (Hons) Architecture degree will nurture your skills and channel your passion for design so you are ready to help create a better built environment for everyone.
It’s no surprise that architecture is one of the UK’s most popular degree courses – and an inspiring career choice. Architects are highly-valued in many sectors, working widely throughout the world for governments, major organisations, design practices and engineering consultancies.
Learn to design a better built environment
Drawing on our enviable location close to the heart of Manchester, one of Europe’s fastest-growing city regions, you will explore architecture and the built environment in a collaborative and engaging way. Led by international experts, our three-year BSc Architecture course will nurture your knowledge and skills, so you are ready for sustainable design and practice in the digital era. With unconditional Part 1 validation from the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) and the Architects Registration Board (ARB), the course provides the crucial first stage in your journey to become a chartered architect.
We’ve created a learning environment that reflects the studio culture many architecture professionals experience in their careers. The intelligent, flexible design enables us to repurpose the space for industry critiques, guest lectures and practical design sessions, as well as our annual degree show. Along with a computer suite for your digital design work, and workshops packed with high-spec equipment, including laser cutters and 3D printers, it is the ideal environment to bring your design ideas to life.
Get closer to industry
Reflecting the real-world, multi-disciplinary projects and innovative problem-solving activities alongside other built environment students will be at the heart of your studies. Through our strong links with local architectural practices and design firms, you will experience external critiques and guest lectures. With a focus on your future, you can share your creativity at our annual architecture show and build your network at our exclusive built environment careers fair.
Our new home for architecture
In Autumn 2022, we opened our new £65 million hub for science, engineering and the environment - and our new home for architecture. Sustainability-designed and 100% electric powered, the building offers unrivalled teaching, learning and research facilities and provides exciting new spaces for industry collaboration.
Features
- Explore architectural spatiality and the relationship between form, space, material and tectonics through studio workshops and action-learning modules
- Develop skills and competences using digital tools and technologies, such as BIM, that enable more creative and sustainable design
- Build your leadership and management skills, gaining the confidence to contribute your opinions and express your ideas
- Gain ARB and RIBA Part 1 validation, the crucial first step of your seven-year journey to become a chartered architect
- Experience learning in our dynamic studio setting, complete with computer design suites, 3-D printers and laser cutters
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 BSc (Hons) at University of Salford
| 45% | Business and Financial Project Management Professionals |
| 10% | Caring personal services |
| 10% | Welfare and housing associate professionals |
| 5% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
| 5% | Protective service occupations |
| 5% | Therapy professionals |
| 5% | Elementary occupations |
| 5% | Health associate professionals |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Minimum Required UCAS Tariff
From a minimum of 2 A2's or equivalent.
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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Qualification requirements
Including a relevant subject/science @ C or above (80 UCAS tariff points)
Scottish Higher qualifications are considered on an individual basis
Considered at confirmation
Access to HE Diploma
Including one in a relevant subject/science (80 UCAS tariff points)
Where an applicant is taking the EPQ in a relevant subject this might be considered alongside other Level 3 qualifications and may attract an alternative offer in addition to the standard offer. If you are taking A Levels, this would be BBB-ABB at A Level (preferably including a foreign language) and grade A in the EPQ.
Considered with a maximum of 3 other Level 3 qualifications to obtain 88 pts Preferred subjects:- Art and Design, Business and Economics, Construction and Built Environment, Design Technology, English, Geography, History, Languages, Land Based and Environment, Music, Performing Arts and Drama, Science Excluded subjects:- Hair and Beauty, Health and Social Care, Hospitality, Early Years, Customer Service, Citizenship, Accounting, PE and Sport, Public Services and Uniformed Services, Travel & Tourism Applicants doing Media subjects will be considered on an individual basis by Admissions Tutor.
Including one in a relevant subject/science (90 UCAS tariff points)
We consider the National Foundation Diploma for entry, preferably in a subject relevant to this course. Entry requirements are based on achievement of the full National Foundation Diploma with a Distinction grade, PLUS one A-level at Grade A in an essay-based arts, humanities or social science subject, PLUS an EPQ or AS at Grade B.
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate: D plus AB in two A Levels to include English. Preferred:- Performing Arts, Art & Design, Digital Film and Video Production,Business IT, Applied Science,Sport, Sport and Exercise Science
The Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate will be accepted in lieu of one A Level at the A Level grades specified, excluding any subject specific requirements.
If Mathematics is not taken beyond GCSE, a grade 7, (or A) in GCSE Mathematics, or Core Mathematics grade B is essential
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- All other courses
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- 4.5
- Foundation / Pathway Courses
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
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- 6.0
- Undergraduate Degrees
Costs
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 University of Salford in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of Salford in related subject specific rankings.
Architecture, Building & Planning
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- #20
- #27
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- Architecture
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
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- #31
- #39
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- Architecture
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 09 September, 2023]
See all 21 university rankings of University of Salford
About University of Salford
The University of Salford is a publicly funded university in a town of the same name, in Greater Manchester, England. The university’s primary campus, Peel Park, is just half an hour’s walk from Manchester city centre. Additionally, this campus is also home to the Salford Museum and Art Gallery.
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Student composition of University of Salford
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Total number of students enrolled at University of Salford by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 17080
- postgraduates:
- 4155
- Total:
- 21235
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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
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 09 September, 2023
