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Undergraduate

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Study mode:
Full-time
Qualification:
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Duration:
3 Years
Start date:
28/09/2026
Campus:
Main Site
2026-2027
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Course summary

Recognised by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA), our Architecture BA provides you with a broad knowledge ranging across the sciences and humanities. Through lectures, studio-based design work and professional experience you'll explore how architecture improves the lives of those who inhabit and use it.

Shape the world around you with an expert-led, hands-on architecture degree, with full RIBA accreditation.

Immerse yourself in studio work to develop fundamental architectural skills and practical experience, whilst establishing your own design personality.

With our expert teaching team and close collaboration with practising architects, you'll apply both taught and practical knowledge to studio design projects that challenge you to think creatively and critically.

Lectures will support and inform your studio work, drawing from expertise across sciences and humanities, whilst working closely with and alongside your coursemates will sharpen your collaborative skills and critical eye.

Under the guidance of specialists from across the field, in your third year, you'll undertake a major design project that will give you the opportunity to showcase your skills to address a range of cultural, technological, conceptual and representational ideas.

Our teaching teams include practising architects and professional academics from a range of architectural backgrounds, committed to providing you with the skills and knowledge needed to make a positive impact on the world.

Recognised by the Royal Institute of British Architects as giving exemption from RIBA Part 1.

Why study this course?

  • Study a fully accredited course: Recognised by the Royal Institute of British Architects as giving exemption from RIBA Part 1.

  • Become part of a top-ranking school: 3rd in the UK for architecture in the Complete University Guide (by subject) 2026 and 2nd in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide (by subject) 2025.

  • Make use of expert facilities: Study in collaborative, open-plan studios with panoramic views of Sheffield, and make use of on-site facilities for woodwork, metalwork, casting and architectural model-making.

Apply by
14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
K100
Institution code:
S18
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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How to apply

Apply by
14 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
K100
Institution code:
S18
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

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Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - Not accepted

A level - AAA

We can accept a maximum of two Art & Design/ Design & Technology subjects

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - D*DD

Access to HE Diploma - D: 39 credits M: 6 credits P: 0 credits

Award of Access to HE Diploma in a relevant subject, with 45 credits at Level 3, including 39 at Distinction and 6 at Merit

Scottish Higher - AAAAA

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DD

+ A at A Level

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 36 points

GCSE/National 4/National 5

GCSE Maths grade 4/C

T Level - D

Distinction in the Design, Surveying & Planning for Construction T Level, including grade A in the core component

To find out if you're eligible for additional consideration or an alternative offer, visit: ww.sheffield.ac.uk/undergraduate/apply/access-sheffield

Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.

Additional entry requirements

Portfolio
Evidence of artistic ability in the form of a portfolio is also required. Further details will be provided at application stage.

English language requirements

You must demonstrate that your English is good enough for you to successfully complete your course. For this course we require: GCSE English Language at grade 4/C; IELTS grade of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component; or an alternative acceptable English language qualification

English language requirements for undergraduates https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/undergraduate/apply/english-language

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

The entry grades data only represents a proportion of our cohort. We accept a broad range of qualifications on our degrees and we're committed to ensuring all students with the potential to succeed at Sheffield are informed and feel encouraged to apply. If you meet one or more of our Access Sheffield criteria, we may be able to give your application additional consideration when we receive it and when exam results are released.

Learn more on the University of Sheffield website

Historical entry grades data BETA

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

Data from:
This course
Date range:
2022-2024

Grades held by accepted students

For University of Sheffield, the top and bottom 5% of student grades have been removed from these calculations. This change helps to remove any extraordinary circumstances that could impact the data. Learn more here .
AAA Most common
  1. A*A*A*
  2. Highest grades
  3. ABB
  4. Lowest grades

Offer rate for UK school & college leavers

41% Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.

How do you compare?

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Student Outcomes

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85 Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)

90 Go onto work and study

The number of student respondents and response rates can be important in interpreting the data – it is important to note your experience may be different from theirs. This data will be based on the subject area rather than the specific course. Read more about this data on the Discover Uni website.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

Tuition fees for 2026 entry have not been confirmed. Please use 2025-26 information as a guide.

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