Architect Degree Apprenticeship (Master of Architecture and Professional Practice) MArch

Through research exercises and analytical investigations, you'll develop knowledge of how theory and history inform design.

Seminars will hone your skills in creating complex ideas and presenting clear critical arguments.

By interpreting architecture through diverse cultural lenses, you'll gain perspective on the discipline's ongoing evolution.

This module provides crucial preparation for deepening your understanding of architecture's rich historical and theoretical dimensions.

Through advanced research, you'll analyse how cultural and political contexts shape theory and practice.

Seminars will hone your skills in formulating original positions and presenting rigorous arguments.

This module provides vital preparation for situating your studies within the discipline's rich intellectual landscape.

Examine precedents critically to evaluate integration of these elements in architectural projects. Enhance personal understanding of a building's environmental impact through reflection on your own integrated design process.

You'll explore legal requirements, marketing, finances and team leadership - developing business acumen alongside design skills. You'll reflect on providing client-focused services in a responsible manner.

You'll also identify your ongoing learning needs and get essential preparation for the realities of practice. You'll emerge with an enterprising spirit to thrive in the architectural profession.

You’ll learn about the laws, rules, and management skills you need in this field. See how projects work from start to finish — from getting the job to meeting the industry standards. You’ll improve your professional skills by thinking reflectively and analytically. You’ll also join in the learning process with different teaching methods.

Give feedback to improve the module. Learn how to solve problems creatively and work independently.

By the end, you’ll have a firm grasp of how to manage successful architectural projects.

This module will prepare you for the real world with the abilities and vision you need as a project manager.

Tackle challenging questions and explore a range of contexts—from cultural to environmental—to create designs that address real-world problems sustainably. Develop a detailed design proposal, backed by critical research and representation. Focusing on the specifics, you’ll work out the structural and material aspects of your design, ensuring it meets all legal standards and is ethically sound.

Adapt your strategic designs to fit various purposes through innovative thinking. You’ll be challenged to perfect skills in understanding client needs, responding to different situations, and delivering detailed designs at all levels.

By the end, you’ll be able to show your strategic thinking and practical skills, using professional methods to present your ideas. Prepare yourself to lead significant architectural projects.

Use complex briefs to craft innovative design ideas, guiding your projects from rationale to completion. You’ll critically consider various influences to create designs that are sensitive to climate issues and incorporate both structural integrity and sustainability.

Through continuous testing and improvement, you’ll address intricate details related to construction and materials. Your strategic thinking skills will help you tailor your designs to fit specific purposes. You’ll also learn to communicate your design journey clearly and professionally, from analysis to resolution.

This module will show your ability to integrate architectural knowledge across technical, cultural, and regulatory lines. Become equipped to lead with innovative architectural solutions.

You'll define your own unique thesis topic, guided by your interests and course specialism. Through diligent research and clear, original writing, you'll advance knowledge in your field - from architecture to design. This is your chance to make an impact. Immerse yourself in a subject you care about. Carry out rigorous research and analysis to produce an insightful, logically argued thesis that pushes boundaries. Reveal your potential as an independent, critical thinker. Tailor your focus to support your wider course and career goals. This module helps you take charge of your learning and make your distinctive mark on your discipline.

You'll explore legal requirements, marketing, finances and team leadership - developing business acumen alongside design skills. You'll reflect on providing client-focused services in a responsible manner.

You'll also identify your ongoing learning needs and get essential preparation for the realities of practice. You'll emerge with an enterprising spirit to thrive in the architectural profession.

Pick an impactful area to research and turn complex ideas into a detailed architectural plan. With expert help, you’ll test and refine different design solutions. Your final product will showcase your understanding of design, beauty, ethics, and sustainable practices.

After finishing, your work will be a testament to your portfolio of your talents in research, idea development, and design completion. You’ll be all set for the professional world.

Let your enthusiasm shape spaces that are enjoyable, inspiring, and push the boundaries of architecture.

In this module, you’ll look into the cultural, social, and environmental factors to come up with a design idea. Keep refining your ideas to make a focused project that fits with your concept. Use knowledge of architecture, arts, and sciences to form and test your theories. Think about how design affects people and their surroundings. You’ll shape your own unique view through independent study that goes beyond usual limits. Get regular feedback to help grow and change your ideas.

You’ll finish this module with a well-thought-out concept for your thesis. Your skills in critical thinking, analysing, and communicating will also improve. This groundwork will get you ready to turn your idea into an impressive design plan.

You’ll get to show your design abilities and a deep understanding of the design process by creating concepts that fit well in their environment. Prove your technical know-how, communication skills, and construction expertise with exams, presentations, and a detailed case study. 

You'll also break down how you incorporate engineering, the environment, and user needs into your designs. Plus, you’ll display your knowledge of everything from laws and finance to managing projects and reducing risks. 

Most importantly, you’ll show that you have the professional attitude and strategic thinking necessary to lead projects and firms. 

This final assessment confirms you meet the standards for knowledge, skills, and mindset in the industry. With this capstone experience, you’ll be ready to start your career and help create better futures through architecture.

You’ll learn both the theory and how to apply it, getting to grips with laws, managing projects, handling risks, and understanding finances. We’ll help you see how social responsibility and ethics fit into architecture. You’ll become skilled at inspecting how you work with clients and how to manage projects from start to finish. You’ll also get coaching on how to communicate like a pro, so you can competently present your ideas.

When you finish, you’ll be prepared to take on the real-world problems you’ll face as a smart architectural manager and leader. Broaden your abilities beyond just design, which is crucial for successful practice.

You’ll make documents that show off your skills, way of thinking, and experience, making sure they match what the industry expects.

Create a CV, a career review, and a case study where you look back at your own background, skills, and what you need to learn. You’ll get better at thinking clearly, leading teams, and managing projects from start to finish.

Learn to think strategically about everything from ethics to how to deliver a project. You’ll get feedback to help you present your skills and dedication as an architect in the best way.

By clearly showing your qualifications, you’ll be well-prepared for the big final assessment and ready to start a meaningful career in architecture.

You’ll gain a deep understanding of your subject with help from tutors. We’ll teach you how to carefully choose and analyse sources, and how to make convincing arguments backed up by solid proof. You’ll also work with others, learning to share tasks and work as a team while also improving your public speaking skills. This module will help you ask the right questions, write well-organised papers, and present your ideas persuasively.

By the end, you’ll be equipped with the important research abilities that are key in the fields of architecture and scholarly study.

Become a proactive and adaptable researcher who can contribute significantly to your field.