Architecture

How can we build spaces that meet the needs of diverse communities, and are sensitive to the global challenges we face today?

Architects are visionary people, who use their creativity and entrepreneurial skills to design new environments that have social, cultural, environmental and financial value.

At Kent, you will learn from practising architects in a creative studio environment. You will learn about sustainability in the built environment, and how to breathe life into old buildings that weren’t designed for the modern age.

You will consider the needs of people and communities, creating spaces that are friendly and accessible to all people without compromising aesthetics.

The technical skills, design work and professional experience you gain on this course will see you take your first steps to becoming an architect, or pursuing a career in areas such as urban planning, property development, construction or asset management.

Canterbury - The authentic campus experience

• Everything you need on your doorstep – stunning views, nightclub, cinema, restaurants. We have it all!

• Easy to get around – walk (20 mins) or catch the bus (5 mins) into Canterbury city. We're under an hour from London.

• Meet your people – over 250 clubs and societies to get involved with at Kent.

The following modules are what students typically study, but this may change year to year in response to new developments and innovations.

Stage 1:

Compulsory modules currently include the following:

Studio 1A: Form and Space;
Classroom 1A: Form and Construction from the Ancient Times to Modernity;
Studio 1B: Habitation;
Classroom 1B: Science and Beauty of Light;
Studio 1C: Sustainable Building;
Classroom 1C: Survey and Interpretation of Medieval Architecture.

Stage 2:

Compulsory modules currently include the following:

Studio 2A: Landscapes;
Classroom 2A: Academic Studies 1 (Early Modern);
Studio 2B: Communities (Collab. 01);
Classroom 2B: Climate and Sustainability;
Studio 2C: Adaptive Re-use;
Classroom 2C: Academic Studies 2 (Modernity).

Stage 3:

Compulsory modules currently include the following:

Studio 3A: Urban;
Classroom 3A: Research (Collab. 02);
Studio 3B: Major Design Project 01;
Classroom 3B: Professional practice and Detailing 01;
Studio 3C: Major Design Project 02;
Classroom 3C: Professional Practice and Detailing 02.

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

• Royal Institute of British Architects