The Master of Architecture (Integrated) is a studio-led four-year professional degree designed for students who want to become creative, competent and critically engaged designers in a rapidly changing construction industry.
Combining design studio, contextual studies and technical studies, the course develops knowledge, understanding and ability to investigate real-world architectural challenges through research-led and enquiry-based learning.
The programme is designed for an accelerated timeline to meet the Architects Registration Board’s (ARB) master’s-level accreditation requirements (confirmation due in spring 2027), in preparation for professional practical experience in architecture. It is also devised to meet the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) Part 1 and Part 2 validation requirements (sought in advance of the first graduating cohort in 2030).
Based within the internationally renowned Liverpool School of Architecture, recently extended by Royal Gold Medal winners O’Donnell + Tuomey, learning takes place through design studio tutorials and reviews, lectures, seminars, site visits and field trips, working with leading academics and practising architects with a focus on ARB competency outcomes and RIBA educational themes and values.
Students benefit from dedicated studio desks across new and upgraded spaces as well as specialist workshop facilities which include extensive analogue tools, alongside laser cutters, routers and 3D printers. Opportunities to study abroad, including optional field trips and single-semester exchanges in year two, further enhance international perspectives.
Please note that this course is subject to university approval.
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
30/06/2027
Start date
September 2027
Main Site
The Foundation Building,
Brownlow Hill,
Liverpool,
L69 7ZX, Northern England, United Kingdom
Applicants are typically required to achieve AAA at A Level. However, those who complete the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) and achieve grade A may be eligible for a reduced offer of AAB. The course also accepts the T Level in Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction with an overall grade of Distinction, including an A in the core component; applicants are advised to contact the university to discuss specific requirements relating to the core components and occupational specialism. Applicants must also hold GCSE English and Mathematics at grade 4/C or above. While there are no specific subject requirements, all applicants are required to submit an art-based portfolio or attend a Selection Day, and applicants with lower academic grades may still be considered if they demonstrate strong performance through their portfolio or Selection Day. Alternative qualifications include the BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate at DDD, the BTEC Level 3 Diploma with Distinction plus AA at A Level, the Irish Leaving Certificate with grades H1, H1, H2, H2, H2, H2, H2, and Scottish Advanced Highers at AAA, with combinations of Advanced Highers and Scottish Highers also accepted. For the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced, applicants require a grade A alongside AA at A Level. Graduate applicants may also be considered if they have completed an Art and Design Access to HE Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits, including 39 credits at Distinction and 6 credits at Merit.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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