GCSE and equivalents
Prior to starting the programme applicants must have obtained Grade C or Grade 4 or above in English Language/Mathematics and Science GCSE or an approved alternative qualification below:
Key Skills Level 2 in English/ Maths
NVQ Level 2 Functional skills in Maths and English Writing and or Reading
Skills for Life Level 2 in English
Higher Diploma in Maths/ English
Functional skills level 2 in Maths/ English
Northern Ireland Essential Skills Level 2 in Communication or Application of Number
Welsh GCSE in Maths
Wales Essential Skills Level 2 in Communication or Application of Number
A Levels
Minimum number of A Levels required: 3
Is general studies acceptable? Yes
Average A Level offer: ABB
Are AS level awards acceptable? Acceptable only when combined with other qualifications
Maximum AS Level points accepted: 20
T Levels
128 UCAS points in a relevant subject
BTEC qualifications
National Certificate (RQF): Acceptable only when combined with other qualifications
National Extended Certificate: Acceptable only when combined with other qualifications
National Diploma (RQF): Acceptable only when combined with other qualifications
National Extended Diploma (RQF): Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications
National Extended Diploma subjects / grades required: DDM if studied on its own or to the total of 128 points when combined with other qualifications
This professional validated programme gives you the opportunity to work on a range of authentic architectural projects with input from practicing architects in a dynamic studio environment with access industry standard technical facilities.
Taught principally through a studio environment that is seamlessly underpinned and informed by lectures and workshops, the over-arching ambition of the programme is to create graduates with artistic flair, and who are technically skilled and grounded in the demands of the professional role of the architect.
The learning and teaching environment is progressively informed by research in pedagogy in the creative field. While teaching the curriculum, the programme also develops less tangible skills in students, such as communication, presentation and self-motivation; a key ambition is to create independent thinkers, adept at resolving problems with creativity and originality.
A broad educational experience is offered within which students can develop diverse rigorous and creative approaches to design issues that explore and test appropriate resolutions in relation to contemporary and anticipated contextual issues.
Design projects form the backbone of the core teaching strategy. These projects are seen as primers to a divergent creative and critical thought process: they are characterised by individual interpretation and interest of the subjects that encourage imaginative solutions through discursive studio forums.
As you progress through the degree, the design projects gradually become larger in scale, more complex and ambitious in their intentions and integrative in their nature. At degree level, predominantly, the city of Liverpool is used as a contextual laboratory to test concepts that have a local flavour with global implications.
The aim is to develop graduate skills and knowledge such that they become autonomous thinkers who are capable of analysing, visualising and testing potential solutions to increasingly complex spatial and social issues within an increasingly holistic global scenario.
We regularly host symposia and conferences, for example the recent symposiums included:
The Display, Exhibition & Propagation of Architecture and Government and Housing in a Time of Crisis which both featured world-renowned guest speakers from architecture, urban planning and academia.
Each year, two of our undergraduate students are put forward for the RIBA Presidents' Medals award, and the collection of student work is published in a widely available catalogue. The variety of work and creative freedom seen in these projects demonstrates the expertise of our alumni.
For news, events, including student-led events, course information and student work and staff research, visit the Architecture blog.
This course is currently undergoing a review which may impact the advertised modules. Any changes will be communicated to interested parties to ensure they wish to proceed with their application.
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Level 4
Core modules
History and Theory 1
Architectural Evaluation
Architectural Design 1
Architectural Design 2 - Origination Stage 1
Architectural Design 2 - Resolution Stage 2
Technology and Practice 1
Level 5
Core modules
History and Theory 2
Urban Design Strategy
Urban Design Project
Experimental Design - Origination
Experimental Design - Resolution
Technology and Practice 2
Level 6
Core modules
Cdp Research
Architectural Design 3 - Origination
Architectural Design 3 - Resolution
Comprehensive Design Project
Technology and Practice 3
We are committed to ensuring all of our students experience a transformation in their employability skills and mindset and their career trajectory. A wide range of opportunities and support is available to you, within and beyond your course.
Every undergraduate curriculum includes Future Focus, an e-learning resource and workshop designed to help you to develop personal insight into your talents, passion and purpose. It will enable you to become more proactive, adaptable and resilient in your awareness and approach to career possibilities. You’ll be encouraged to engage with personal and professional development opportunities.
A suite of learning experiences, services and opportunities is available to final year students to help ensure you leave with a great onward plan and the means to make it a reality.
Our Centre for Entrepreneurship can help you to grow your enterprise skills and to research, plan and start your own business. You also have access to Careers Zone 24/7, LJMU’s state-of-the-art suite of online tools and resources; opportunities for flexible, paid and part-time work through Unitemps, themed webinars; an annual programme of employer events; funded extracurricular internships and one-to-one advice to accelerate your job search, CV and interview technique.
Health Insurance_fee:£300/year
