Example courses
What do graduates do?
- Architect
- Architectural technologist
- Urban designer
- Landscape architect
- Interior designer
- Project manager
- Sustainability consultant
Which subjects matter?
Magdalene College at Cambridge does not require any specific A-level subject for architecture. Art (Fine Art) is preferred; maths, physics and a humanities subject are also seen as useful.
Example: University of Cambridge, first-year courses
- Form and Forces I
- Environmental Design I
- Materials and Fabrication I
- Introduction to Architectural History/Theory (pre-1800)
- Introduction to Architectural History/Theory (post-1800)
- Professional Skills I
Length by country
United KingdomUnited KingdomUnited Kingdom
ItalyItalyExams required for this field
College assessment and portfolio United Kingdom
For Cambridge Architecture, all colleges run an assessment. An applicant invited to an interview brings a portfolio of recent work.
Portfolio United Kingdom
UCL Architecture BSc asks applicants invited at the application stage for a broad portfolio of creative work. It should not be sent unless asked for.
ARCHED Italy
The ARCHED test is required for the Politecnico di Milano Architectural Design bachelor's. For 2026/27, the test for English programs is on 23 July 2026 and for Italian programs on 24 July 2026.
Examples of schools where you can study this subject
13 schools in 10 countries. Programmes were checked on the schools’ own websites. These are only examples; every country has many more options. We choose the schools that fit your budget, documents and goals together.
United Kingdom
University of EdinburghArchitecture BA/MA (Hons) · EdinburghUniversity of ManchesterArchitecture BA · ManchesterUniversity of SheffieldArchitecture · Sheffield
USA
Boston UniversityArchitectural Studies · BostonPenn State UniversityArchitecture
Hungary
University of PécsBSc in Architectural Engineering · PécsUniversity of PécsArchitecture (BSc + MSc) · Pécs
Australia
University of SydneyBachelor of Architecture and Environments · SydneyUniversity of SydneyBachelor of Design in Architecture · Sydney
Dubai
Heriot-Watt University DubaiArchitecture · DubaiHeriot-Watt University DubaiArchitectural Engineering · Dubai
Canada
Toronto Metropolitan UniversityArchitectural Science · Toronto
Ireland
University College DublinArchitecture · Dublin
Spain
IE UniversityBachelor in Architectural Studies · Madrid and SegoviaItaly
Politecnico di MilanoArchitectural Design · Milan
New Zealand
University of AucklandBachelor of Architectural Studies · AucklandWhat to know, country by country
For each country where you can study this subject: an example tuition fee and the next step in the timeline. You can find the details in our country guides.
- 26 October to 21 December 2026
Booking period for the January 2027 session of the ESAT, TMUA and TARA exams (for universities other than Oxford and Cambridge).
- 7 November 2026
SAT exam (next date 5 December 2026). Whether a school asks for a test varies by school
- 7 November 2026
Recommended application date for the University of Toronto first review rounds (OUAC 105)
- October to November 2026
For Trinity, ask study@tcd.ie whether your high school is on the direct entry list.
- 15 January 2027
Deadline for IE University bachelor's round 2 applications. Decisions by 19 February 2027 at the latest
- October 2026 to March 2027
Prepare a B2 English or Italian language certificate
- 1 December 2026
International applications for 2027/28 open at the University of Szeged Faculty of Medicine.
- November 2026
Clarifying the diploma route. The Turkish high school diploma is not on the Melbourne and Sydney lists. Looking at foundation, IB, or a US diploma with SAT/ACT
- 15 November 2026
For those considering February/March 2027 (Semester One) entry: the last day to apply from abroad at Otago. At Canterbury the international closing date is 1 December, and at Auckland it is 8 December 2026 for most bachelor's programs.
Let’s build your school list for Architecture together
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Frequently asked questions
Can a student who studies architecture abroad work as an architect in Türkiye?
First, you get recognition and denklik from YÖK for the degree. In YÖK's procedures and principles, architecture is among the degree fields that allow practicing the profession. In these fields, completing courses, an internship or a project can be asked for during the denklik process.
Is an architecture bachelor's enough to become an architect in the United Kingdom?
Not on its own. ARB registration is needed for the title 'Architect'. This requires Part 1, Part 2, Part 3 and at least 2 years of professional experience. For those who start after September 2025, an ARB approved, master's level qualification is required.
How do the portfolio and interview work for Cambridge architecture applications?
Magdalene College asks for a PDF of up to 6 A4 pages, under 15 MB. Drawings based on observation are especially recommended; professional architectural drawings such as plans and sections are not wanted. The interview lasts 40 to 45 minutes, and the applicant brings sketchbooks and takes a written assessment.
Other fields of study in this category
Last checked: October 2026.
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