Architecture

Architecture remains one of the most enjoyable and rewarding professions; in designing new spaces and buildings around our everyday lives and needs, you will be challenged intellectually, artistically and creatively. Architects make a major positive contribution to society by shaping our environment and surroundings, leaving a lasting impact and legacy.

This course is professionally accredited by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) and Architects Registration Board (ARB). It adopts a hands-on approach to learning with a focus on imagination, communication and context. We run skills sessions to support drawing and model making as an integral part of studio work.

Key Course Benefits

This innovative course has been designed to respond to the challenges of the environmental, economic and social climate of the early 21st century. Coventry is a vibrant, connected city, internationally known for its Centre of Trust, Peace and Social Relations.

• Based in the School of Art and Design, the course instinctively draws expertise from the wide range of creative disciplines on offer. We believe in collaboration – merging studies in art, history and theory, studio and tectonics – providing opportunities to connect with architects, engineers and built environment professionals.

• Centred around studio practice, teaching will encompass design, technology, cultural contexts and communication, together with professional practice. We will aim to develop your understanding of the relationship between global issues, local context and the reality of architecture.

• We have strong links with a growing network of West Midlands practices, many of whom provide input to course management and development as members of our Architecture Advisory Board.

• We have strong links with a growing network of West Midlands practices and RIBA West Midlands, many of whom provide input to course management and development as members of our Architecture Advisory Board. These industry connections also provide potential opportunities for professional placements and collaborative projects. Previously, students have worked with organisations including Theatre Absolute, The Centre for Peace and Reconciliation and the Coventry Canal Trust*.

*For further information please check the course page on the Coventry University website.