Architecture

Welcome

In June 2011 all three Queen’s University Architecture Programmes (BSc Part 1, MArch Part 2 and the Certificate in Professional Practice Part 3) were fully validated (subject to formal confirmation by the RIBA Education Committee later in 2011), with no recommendations, for another four year period.  Architecture has been validated in Queen’s since 1965 and we are confident of our value, relevance, and distinctiveness.  A research active staff body, drawn from a wide range of backgrounds and experience, teach in newly refurbished design studios with students who have higher entrance qualifications and a clearer understanding of the course demands. We also benefit from a close relationship with skilled and inspiring external practitioners. 

Degrees Offered:

Bachelor of Science in Architecture (BSc) - Part I

The BSc is a three year full-time undergraduate course recognised as meeting Part I examination and membership requirements of the RIBA and ARB. It is also the first route to becoming a chartered architect. It offers a wide ranging general education in design, visual appreciation, and architectural technology.  

Master of Architecture (MArch) - Part II

The MArch is a two year full-time postgraduate course recognised as meeting Part II examination and membership requirements of the RIBA and ARB. It is the second level towards becoming a chartered architect. The programme allows students to develop their skills and knowledge in architecture and provides support for students to determine the direction of their own education through their choice of dissertation, special subject and second year thesis project. A wide variety of academics, practitioners and consultants from beyond Queen's provide a further dimension to the stimulating educational environment.

Professional Practice and Practical Experience Certificate - Part III

The certificate course provides exemption from the RIBA Final Examination Part III and is recognised by the Architects’ Registration Board for the UK for the purposes of registration under the Acts. Successful graduates are eligible for chartered membership of the Royal Institute of British Architects and registration with the Architects Registration Board.

Taught MSc

The MSc in Construction and Project Management was launched in September 2007. New MSc programmes in Sustainable Design and in Architecture started in 2010.

MPhil/PhD Research in Architecture

Current research undertaken by PhD students include Building Energy Performance, Housing Design for Older People, ICT design tools, Disaster Management, and Sustainable Development.

For further details please contact:

Mr Alan Jones, Director of Education; School of Planning, Architecture and Civil Engineering, Queen's University, David Keir Building, Stranmillis Road, Belfast BT9 5AG, Northern Ireland, UK. Tel. +44 (0) 28 9097 4006, Fax +44 (0) 28 9097 4278, Email: a.jones@qub.ac.uk