Architecture

University of Wales Trinity Saint David

Architecture is a field that shapes the world we live in. Architects are experts in the design of buildings and places, creating the spaces where we live, work, and play. They turn design ideas into real buildings, working with engineers, contractors, and other experts to build sustainable environments that are both useful and beautiful. Our course offers a new way to learn about architecture, focusing on local ideas but also looking at a global perspective.The programme is approved by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) and the Architects Registration Board (ARB) and provides students with the first step (Part One) in the three-step journey to becoming a qualified architect.Throughout this course, we balance theory with practical skills to give you a complete architecture education. We focus on how architecture can meet people’s needs in a way that respects their culture, while also using the latest building technology and contemporary design ideas.In our studio, you will learn a wide range of skills. These include freehand drawing, surveying, CAD (Computer-Aided Design), graphic composition and model making. You will work in small groups to explore and develop your designs, and then you will have the chance to grow your critical and creative thinking skills and shape your own unique approach to design. Architecture is about more than just designing buildings. It is about creating spaces that meet the needs of people, respect their culture, and fit the character and traditions of their communities. At the same time, it uses the best of new technology and the latest contemporary design ideas to improve the environment. This course will teach you how to combine all these elements into high-quality design.Our program is the starting point of the professional path to becoming an architect. It sets the foundation for you to gain the skills and qualifications you need to succeed in the field of architecture. By studying with us, you will learn how to create spaces that are both imaginative and practical, and that respect and regenerate the environment around them.

Architecture, Construction and the Environment