Architecture (RIBA Part 1)

This course is designed to develop not only your creative ability but also the agility to respond to the challenges of an ever-changing world. With future-focused design studios at the heart of your studies, you’ll explore a series of carefully crafted projects across diverse spatial, social and topographical contexts—ranging from small-scale dwellings and artefacts to projects in complex urban, coastal and rural environments.

At Huddersfield, we nurture architects with bold design attitudes, strategic thinking, and a deep empathy for the planet’s ecology. Our programme embraces the complexities of designing for diverse communities and cultures in a globalised world, tackling the challenges of sustainability, cultural heritage and technological advancement. Our integrated approach supports ethical architect designing in today’s commercial world, blending theoretical studies in the philosophy and history of architecture, technical and environmental science materials, and construction, professional practice studies with creative explorations in the future of human habitats.

You will be taught by leading architects, internationally recognised scholars, and renowned educators. With excellent staff-to-student ratios, state-of-the-art facilities and a curriculum focused on design innovation, you’ll have the support and resources to push boundaries and shape the future of the built environment.

Our BA(Hons) Architecture qualification is prescribed by the Architects Registration Board (ARB) and validated by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) and Lembaga Arkitek Malaysia (Board of Architects, Malaysia). Upon graduation, you’ll gain exemption from RIBA Part 1 Professional Examinations, setting you on the path to becoming a fully qualified architect.

Why study Architecture (RIBA Part 1) BA(Hons)

• Learn in the £30-million Barbara Hepworth Building, featuring cutting-edge technology including 3D printers, laser cutters, virtual reality and motion tracking sensors.

• Develop a strong foundation in architectural design, technology, spatial and digital design, and gain the skills employers are looking for.

• Gain the close support of educators and peers in a medium sized school with close attention and TEF Gold rating.

• Forge strong professional and lifelong friendships and be prepared for the far future.

• If you’re passionate about designing beautiful, practical and sustainable spaces, Huddersfield is the place to turn your vision into reality.

Year 1 modules include:
• Technology 1: An Introduction to Architectural Technology
• History and Theory 1: Spatial and Visual Culture
• Personal Development 1: An Introduction to Communication Skills
• Design Studio 1: Basic Principles of Design
• Design Studio 2: Theory and Form.

To see the full range of modules and descriptions, please visit our website. A link to this course can be found at the bottom of the page in the ‘Course contact details’ section.

All our courses give you an overview of:
• contact time with your tutor
• time spent on independent study
• how you will be taught, assessed, and receive feedback

Take a look at the Teaching and Assessment information on our course page.

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

• Architects Registration Board
• Royal Institute of British Architects