The 5-Year Architecture MArch, MEng Programme offers a complete academic route to professional qualification in the UK as an Architect, a Civil & Structural Engineer, and a Building Services Engineer. Being qualified to become a professional across all three disciplines will give uniquely valuable knowledge and understanding to the career path you choose.
Innovative building design is driving the inspirational environments of the future. By bringing together architecture and engineering, the next generation of architects can ensure that today’s emerging issues – environmental impact and sustainability – are also addressed as we push the boundaries of design and reimagine the buildings of the tomorrow.
Studying architecture at Leeds gives you a critical understanding of how science, the arts and society are brought together through creative building design projects. You’ll develop a scientific and creative approach to building design, supported by learning in architectural history and theory, urban design, structures, construction, materials and building physics.
You’ll build in-depth knowledge of architectural principles as well as applied science and technology, exploring creative design issues through drawings and models, developing presentation and computer modelling skills using industry-standard software.
Our degree programmes develop world-class architects and engineers who actively contribute to sustainable and economic growth whilst maintaining the highest ethical standards and delivering the infrastructure we all rely on in everyday life. That’s one of the reasons why our courses are accredited by several leading professional bodies and are shaped by our world-leading research.
This is a practical course, so in addition to a design studio space, you’ll also have access to extensive library facilities, industry standard software, and an impressive laboratory with specialist facilities for structures, materials, public health engineering, building services and geotechnics – everything you need to begin your career as an architect or engineer.
[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment]
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Candidates will be required to study the following compulsory modules
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CIVE1165 | Architecture and Sustainability | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| CIVE1265 | Surveying, Construction Technology and Management | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| CIVE1365 | Structural Analysis and Design | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| CIVE1465 | Materials, Water and Soils | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| CIVE1560 | Engineering Mathematics and Modelling 1 | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| CIVE1665 | Integrated Design Project 1 (inc Design Studio 1) | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) |
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Candidates will be required to study the following compulsory modules: CIVE3780 - Structural Design and Materials 2 - 20 Credits, Semester 3
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CIVE2260 | Architectural History and Theory 2 | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| CIVE2470 | Water Engineering and Geotechnics | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| CIVE2560 | Engineering Mathematics and Modelling 2 | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| CIVE2780 | Structural Design and Materials 1 | 40 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| CIVE2815 | Building Physics 1: Fundamental Principles | 10 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| CIVE2860 | Design Studio 2 | 20 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
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Candidates will be required to study the following compulsory modules: CIVE3780: Structural Design and Materials 2 - 20 credits (Semester 1 and 2)
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CIVE3270 | Architectural History and Theory 3 | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| CIVE3750 | Individual Research Project 1 | 20 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | PFP |
| CIVE3820 | Building Physics 2: Services Design | 10 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| CIVE3870 | Design Studio 3.1 | 30 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| CIVE3871 | Design Studio 3.2 | 30 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | PFP |
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Candidates will be required to study the following compulsory modules
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CIVE5805M | Sustainable Cities | 15 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | PFP |
| CIVE5815M | Building Physics 3 | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | PFP |
| CIVE5825M | Law, Practice and Project Management | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | PFP |
| CIVE5840M | Design Studio 4.1 | 30 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | PFP |
| CIVE5855M | Design Studio 4.2 R | 45 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | PFP |
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Candidates will be required to study the following compulsory modules
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CIVE5870M | Dissertation | 30 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | PFP |
| CIVE5875M | Procurement and Risk Management | 15 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | PFP |
| CIVE5880M | Design Studio 5 | 60 | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | PFP |
Candidates will be required to study 15 credits from the following optional modules:
| Code | Title | Credits | Semester | Pass for Progression |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CIVE5885M | Environmental Performance and Design | 15 | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| CIVE5895M | Advanced Construction Issues | 15 | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
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