Course
Architecture
Offered by Department of Architecture and Built Environment
QS Architecture & Built Environment
Well-regarded UK architecture schoolQS World Rank: parent institution ranking
Northumbria University offers a well-regarded, RIBA-validated architecture programme known for strong graduate employability and an affordable cost of living in Newcastle.
Key advantages
- RIBA-validated programmes
- Strong graduate employability
- Affordable North East England city
- Good scholarship availability
- Modern facilities
- Strong industry-linked curriculum
- Programme & duration
- MArch (RIBA Part 2): 2 years (full-time)
- Tuition (international)
- Approx. £18,000 – £23,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
- Intakes
- September (main intake)
- English requirement
- IELTS: 6.0 overall (min 5.5 per band)TOEFL iBT: 79PTE: 55
- Entry requirements
- 2:1 undergraduate degree in Architecture (RIBA Part 1). Strong portfolio required.
Employability & placement
Good graduate employment outcomes into architecture practices across the North East and beyond.
Student experience
Newcastle is one of the UK's friendliest and most affordable student cities.
Research strengths
Research in sustainable design, digital construction, and urban regeneration.