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Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Integrated Master of Architecture course at Leeds Beckett University.
Select a qualification to see required grades
UCAS Tariff
128
A minimum of 88 from two A Levels or equivalent, excluding General Studies
You may also need to
Submit a portfolio
Most popular A-levels studied
See who's studying at Leeds Beckett University. These students are taking Integrated Master of Architecture or another course from the same subject area.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | C |
| Art and Design | B |
| Fine Art | C |
| Product Design | B |
| Geography | C |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: K101
Here's what Leeds Beckett University says about its Integrated Master of Architecture course.
Shape a world you're proud of. Our groundbreaking integrated architecture degree meets essential professional body standards via a condensed four-year route.
If you're excited by buildings, cities, and how people experience spaces, this is where your journey begins.
Our Integrated Master of Architecture is an innovative four-year route into architecture practice, where creativity, sustainability, and technology collide. You'll condense your undergraduate and postgraduate architectural studies into four years, instead of the standard five, while still meeting the standards set by industry professional bodies.
You'll learn by doing. Expect buzzing studios, big ideas, and hands-on projects from day one. From drawing and modelling to testing and refining your designs, you'll explore how architecture can shape everyday life. You can also take a placement year where you'll gain first-hand experience and insight into how architects design spaces that work for people and the planet.
As part of this architecture degree, you'll:
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Take on inspiring studio projects that solve critical social and environmental challenges
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Explore modules on architecture history, theory, design principles, and external forces shaping the built environment
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Build essential creative and technical architecture skills - through drawing, modelling, and digital tools - alongside strong transferable competencies
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Develop your own architectural style and identity
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Learn to think like a professional: balancing aesthetics with functionality, material choices, sustainability, and zero-carbon targets
This course challenges you to think creatively, ask bold questions, and develop the skills to design a better future.
Find out more Architecture is about more than buildings. It's the ideas, communities, and belief that great design can change lives.
Gain vital industry accreditation Our integrated degree in architecture is accredited by the Architects Registration Board (ARB) - subject to consultation (due February 2026). This means you'll develop the creative flair and professional foundations needed to continue your journey in becoming a confident, responsible architect. Validation by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) is expected from 2027, with our first graduating cohort.
Experience your future You can also take a placement year between your third and fourth year. This is your chance to step into practice, build your portfolio, and start your Professional Experience and Development Record (PEDR) - a key step towards qualifying as an architect.
Contained awards If you decide to complete your studies after three years, you'll choose to graduate from one of three contained awards:
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BA (Hons) Architecture
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BA (Hons) Architecture in Ecologies & Environment
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BA (Hons) Architectural History & Theory
Why study the Integrated Master of Architecture course at Leeds Beckett University?
- Reduce your studies by one year - meet the standards set by professional industry bodies in four years rather than five, saving you time and money
- Join Leeds School of Architecture, a vibrant design school renowned for our innovation, collaboration, and hands-on learning since 1903
- Study in professional spaces - learn and design in inspiring studios filled with the latest equipment and peers who share your ambitions
- Industry insight is everywhere - you'll learn from practising architects and connect with professionals across the built environment
- Connect with design studios in Leeds, Yorkshire, and beyond - including Project Office, our in-house architecture practice
Source: Leeds Beckett University
Course details
There are a few options in how you might study Integrated Master of Architecture at Leeds Beckett University.
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2 course options available.
Qualification
MArch Studies
Department
Art, Architecture and Design
Location
City CampusC | Leeds
Duration
8 Years
Study mode
Part-time
Subjects
• Architecture
Start date
21 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
The modules you will study
Year 1 Core Modules:
- Design Projects 1
- Histories & Theories 1
- Materials & Ecologies 1
- Design Projects 2
- History & Theories 2
- Materials & Ecologies 2
Year 2 Core Modules:
- Design Projects 3
- Context & Theory 1
- Technology 1
- Design Projects 4
- Context & Theory 2
- Technology 2
Year 3 Core Modules:
- Thesis 1
- Context & Theory 3
- Ethical & Professional Practice 1
- Thesis 2 with Integrated Technology
Optional Placement Year:
Year 4 Core Modules:
- Context & Theory 4 + Thesis 3
- Ethical & Professional Practice 2
- Thesis 4 with Integrated Technology
- Thesis 5 with Integrated Technology
Leeds Beckett University student reviews
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Graduate
2 years ago
Lots of variations of modules, lots of books to buy/ loan ect. Some staff were also post grad students so we didn’t get their full attention or dedication. The rest of the staff were great and supportive and passionate about our journey
Graduate
2 years ago
Great Uni for feeling ‘part of’ and a family vibe. Lots of support on site if needed and the staff were generally friendly. The campus was spread out but not too hard to find. I was proud to attend this uni.
1st year student
2 years ago
The union doesnu2019t offer much compared to others iu2019ve seen. The food and drink is no cheaper than Spoons, and there is never anyone in there on nights out.
1st year student
2 years ago
There are numerous clubs of different types, and there is something for everyone. The Otley run is one of the best examples of uni night life in the country.
1st year student
2 years ago
Leeds is a very expensive city to live in particularly in terms of accommodation, however the university itself offers provisions to help with the cost of living, such as u00a32 hot meals, and a free shuttle bus between campuses.
1st year student
2 years ago
Weekly academic advisor sessions throughout the first semester, followed by regular checkups thereafter.
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Leeds Beckett University
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from Leeds Beckett University students who took the Integrated Master of Architecture course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
86%
med
Teaching on my course
86%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
86%
low
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
88%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
90%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
80%
low
Learning opportunities
83%
med
Learning opportunities
83%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
86%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
81%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
83%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
83%
low
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
81%
med
Assessment and feedback
83%
med
Assessment and feedback
83%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
83%
low
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
83%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
86%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
79%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
83%
med
Academic support
83%
med
Academic support
83%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
79%
low
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
88%
med
Organisation and management
76%
med
Organisation and management
76%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
78%
med
How well organised is your course?
76%
med
Learning resources
84%
med
Learning resources
84%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
83%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
83%
low
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
86%
med
Student voice
80%
med
Student voice
80%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
71%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
86%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
83%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
74%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
93%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
90%
high
Student information
See who's studying at Leeds Beckett University. These students are taking Integrated Master of Architecture or another course from the same subject area.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
Facts and figures about Leeds Beckett University graduates who took Integrated Master of Architecture - or another course in the same subject area.
Graduate statistics
95%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
100%
In work, study or other activity
100%
Say it fits with future plans
85%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
60%
Architecture and construction professionals
20%
Engineering professionals
5%
Business and public service associate professionals
5%
Elementary occupations
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from Leeds Beckett University graduates who took Integrated Master of Architecture - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£29k
First year after graduation
£36.1k
Third year after graduation
£38k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Integrated Master of Architecture.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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