The BSc (Hons) Architecture at the University of Salford is your gateway to a career shaping the built environment, addressing critical global challenges like decarbonisation and the impact of emerging technologies. This degree is designed for aspiring designers who are passionate about questioning and reflecting on how we use buildings and spaces, proposing innovative models for living. You will develop essential design skills, critical thinking, and a deep understanding of architectural practice, preparing you to engage with complex, multi-dimensional spatial problems. This undergraduate course provides a robust foundation for your future professional journey in architecture.
You will study this programme full-time on campus over three years, immersing yourself in hands-on design studio work, history and theory, and design technology. The curriculum emphasizes practical application, with opportunities to engage with live projects, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and prototyping using advanced digital fabrication facilities. You will explore diverse design processes, from hand drawing to model making, and develop a portfolio ready for professional practice. Graduates are well-prepared to pursue RIBA Part 1 validation and embark on diverse career paths within the architectural field.