Course
Architecture
Offered by Kent School of Architecture and Planning
QS Architecture & Built Environment
Well-regarded UK architecture schoolQS World Rank: parent institution ranking
The University of Kent's Kent School of Architecture and Planning offers a well-regarded, RIBA-validated architecture programme in the historic city of Canterbury, known for its studio culture and strong pastoral support.
Key advantages
- Historic Canterbury setting
- Strong studio culture and pastoral support
- RIBA-validated programmes
- Good scholarship availability
- Affordable South East England city
- Close-knit cohort
- Programme & duration
- MArch (RIBA Part 2): 2 years (full-time)
- Tuition (international)
- Approx. £20,000 – £25,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
- Intakes
- September (main intake)
- English requirement
- IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 per band)TOEFL iBT: 88PTE: 62
- Entry requirements
- 2:1 undergraduate degree in Architecture (RIBA Part 1). Strong portfolio required.
Employability & placement
Good graduate employment outcomes into architecture practices across South East England and London.
Student experience
Canterbury is a historic, safe cathedral city with a strong sense of community.
Research strengths
Research in architectural design, urban studies, and heritage conservation.