Architecture & Built Environment

Architecture and the built environment cover the design, planning, construction and management of the places people live and work in.

What you actually study

Design studio is the core, supported by structures, environmental systems, history and construction technology. Projects run long, assessment is by portfolio and review, and the studio culture is intense.

Who it suits

People who can hold a creative idea and a technical constraint at the same time, and who are prepared for long programmes — professional qualification in architecture usually takes considerably longer than a single degree.

Where it leads

Architectural practice, urban planning, construction and project management, landscape architecture and sustainability consultancy.

Programmes in this field differ considerably between institutions, so compare the module lists and the balance of theory to practice rather than relying on the degree title alone.