BA Architecture

Architecture is a course offered by the innovative collaboration between two universities - The University of Manchester and Manchester Metropolitan University - forming the internationally renowned Manchester School of Architecture. You will become a student at both universities and your degree certificate will be endorsed by both institutions.

Manchester School of Architecture is characterised by excellence, ambition, boldness, inquisitiveness, innovation, social justice and responsibility. These facets generate a unique blend and balance between research led teaching, impressive and relevant research outputs, and extensive professional industry links, all of which encourage our students to cultivate their own unique approach to architecture and their careers thereafter.

The course is validated by the Royal Institute for British Architects (RIBA), which allows you to take the first step to becoming an architect.

You will benefit from the expertise of specialist practice and research active lecturers, who provide a rich and stimulating environment in which to study architecture.

What's more, you will be inspired by the world famous city of Manchester - the industrial revolution birthplace turned 21st century metropolis - and its vibrant, contemporary and innovative architecture scene.

Manchester is a showcase for recent regeneration and historic context, much of which has been designed with the involvement of our current students and graduates.

The city recognises the value of high quality design, together with innovative and pragmatic approaches to resolving practical issues.