Architectural Studies

Strathclyde’s department of architecture is among the oldest and largest such departments in the uk. it's internationally recognised as one of the most socially active schools of architecture in europe with "projects rooted in real urban concerns" (domus europe's top schools 2014). our aim is to produce graduates suitably prepared to meet the architectural demands of the 21st century. studying a bsc hons degree with us, you'll develop creative design skills, and learn about construction techniques, materials and environment informed by an understanding of architectural history, culture and theory. you'll be taught to communicate and collaborate in an international studio environment by both academics and professional architects.

ELP programs are offered by universities or pathway institutions to assist students in achieving the language proficiency required for academic studies. You can get admitted to your course with a lower language requirement if you do an ELP program.

Career opportunities for architectural studies graduates range from working in large multidisciplinary practices to smaller specialist firms. many of our graduates are employed by highly-respected practices throughout the world, while others have set up their own businesses. the broad-based nature of our degree programme has allowed many recent graduates to explore varied career options in for example web design, architectural model making, theatre set design and in computer games, film and music industries. graduates have also undertaken research roles in the energy and low carbon industries. our department also has a growing reputation for developing entrepreneurial graduates, who go on to make their mark in the sector independently. practices such as: page and park nord collective dress for the weather tog studio lateral north

Work while you study

You can also work on a UK student visa, from 10 to 20 hours per week during the academic year, 40 hours per week or full-time during vacations.

Partnerships

Most universities in Scotland have partnerships with different companies and organisations to ensure their students get enough professional training as students. In addition to increasing their students' chances to get hired by one of the universities. University of Strathclyde has partnerships with the following companies: