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Architecture BA ( Hons )
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Architecture is the design , planning and construction of new buildings . This course combines art , philosophy , technology and ecology with an experimental approach to solve problems connected to the places where we live , work and relax .
Futures Architects are most often employed in the design of quality environments .
There are many different specialties you could work in , such as architectural and urban design , environmental research , building conservation , heritage matters or community development .
The Course This course will give you an understanding of both the practical and theoretical aspects of architecture . You will study the design of buildings and the technical aspects of construction alongside how architecture relates to the notions of live , work and relax . You will learn through a mixture of problem-based outcomes , design studio tutoring , workshops and traditional teaching . To prepare you for the profession , we put an emphasis on cross-disciplinary working with other departments and completing briefs as part of a team . Teaching staff and visiting professionals bring further industry perspectives to the course .
Year One You will build skills in architectural computer graphics , basic principles of structure and design and basic research skills . You will begin to think about professional enterprise and angles on problems of the built environment . We encourage you to start thinking about your contextual studies research .
Year Two You will gain greater understanding of urban design , branded environments , rehabilitation projects , and the history of the city . This will allow you to enhance your practice and develop your approach to your design work . We set briefs that encourage you to collaborate with other students and create work as part of a design team .
Year Three You will bring your learning together in a final negotiated major project , where you will investigate and make architectural design decisions . You will carry out a negotiated project which takes the form of a live brief . We ask you to show your contextual studies research and thinking in a long form dissertation . You will leave with a portfolio that shows your skills in areas in entry-level architecture .
Duration 3 years full-time Entry requirements see page 160
How to apply see page 161 Course K100
Institution RAVEN R06 Term starts September 2017