PROGRAMME SPECIFICATION Final PART 1: COURSE SUMMARY INFORMATION Course summary Final award Intermediate award Course status Awarding body School Master of Architecture (MArch) Post-Graduate Diploma Architectural Studies Post-Graduate Certificate Architectural Studies Validated University of Brighton School of Architecture and Design Location of study/ campus This course will normally be delivered at the Moulsecoomb campus Partner institution(s) Name of institution Host department Course status 1. SELECT 2. 3. Admissions Admissions agency Entry requirements Include any progression opportunities into the course. Direct to School Check the University s website for current entry requirements: https://www.brighton.ac.uk/courses/study/architecture-riba-part-2- march.aspx Applicants with Part 1 Applications are competitive and considered on an individual basis through a process of portfolio review and interview. Practice experience is recommended and there is a minimum requirement of a lower second class undergraduate degree in architecture or a closely related subject such as interior architecture. For non-part 1 applicants RIBA Part 1 is not a prerequisite for entry on to the course. To register as an architect with the Architects Registration Board (ARB) in the UK, RIBA Part 1, Part 2 and Part 3 are required. Those without RIBA Part 1 would therefore need to undertake this independently in order to proceed towards registration. Further details regarding this process, the ARB Prescribed Examination for Part 1 and registering as an architect in the UK can be found on the ARB website. For non-native speakers of English One of the following: IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.0 in writing and a minimum of 5.5 in the other elements Cambridge CAE B2 score 58 with a borderline pass in each component Pearson (PTE) 61 with no less than 51 in each component Trinity ISE III with a pass in each component. Page 1 of 11
Progression routes International students may also gain entry via completing pathway courses at the University of Brighton International College (UBIC): https://www.kaplanpathways.com/colleges/university-of-brightoninternational-college/ Start date (mmm-yy) Sep-18 Normally September Mode of study Mode of study Duration of study (standard) Maximum registration period Full-time 2 years 6 years Part-time 3 years 6 years Sandwich Select Select Distance Select Select Course codes/categories UCAS code N/A Contacts Course Leader (or Course Development Leader) Admissions Tutor Examination and Assessment External Examiner(s) Name Place of work Date tenure expires Peter Thomas (chief) 51 architecture 30 th Sept. 2020 Mary Duggan Dr Yeoryia Manolopoulou Dr Tatjana Schnieder Mary Duggan 30 th Sept. 2019 Architects The Bartlett, UCL 30 th Sept. 2019 Dr Tatjana Schneider Institut für Geschichte und Theorie der Architektur und Stadt (gtas) Technische Universität Braunschweig, Germany 30 th Sept. 2022 Andy Humphreys Grainne Hassett School of Art, Design & Architecture, University of Plymouth School of Architecture University of Limerick 30 th Sept. 2022 30 th Sept. 2022 Examination Board(s) Course Examination Board for Architecture (AEB/CEB) Approval and review Approval date Review date Validation November 1997 1 March 2018 2 Programme Specification March 2018 3 2019 4 1 Date of original validation. 2 Date of most recent periodic review (normally academic year of validation + 5 years). 3 Month and year this version of the programme specification was approved (normally September). Page 2 of 11
Professional, Statutory and Regulatory Body 1 (if applicable): RIBA Professional, Statutory and Regulatory Body 2 (if applicable): ARB Professional, Statutory and Regulatory Body 3 (if applicable): April 1999 November 2016 5 1998 May 2016 4 Date programme specification will be reviewed (normally approval date + 1 year). If programme specification is applicable to a particular cohort, please state here. 5 Date of most recent review by accrediting/ approving external body. Page 3 of 11
PART 2: COURSE DETAILS AIMS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES Aims The aims of the course are: The course has a strong student centred approach whilst providing exemption from Part 2 of the RIBA Examination. MArch 1 opens up individual territories, and MArch 2 offers the opportunity to be supported in the independent evolution of personal fields of practice. Students therefore have the opportunity to embark on their future practice within the critical and supportive context of the course. Learning outcomes The outcomes of the main award provide information about how the primary aims are demonstrated by students following the course. These are mapped to external reference points where appropriate 6. Knowledge and theory CLO1. Understanding of the context of the architect and the construction industry, including the architect's role in the processes of procurement and building production, and under legislation. (RIBA Part 2 GA2.5). Skills Includes intellectual skills (i.e. generic skills relating to academic study, problem solving, evaluation, research etc.) and professional/ practical skills. CLO2. Ability to generate complex design proposals showing understanding of current architectural issues, originality in application of subject knowledge and, where appropriate, to test new hypotheses and speculations. (RIBA Part 2 GA2.1). CLO3. Ability to evaluate and apply a comprehensive range of visual, oral and written media to test, analyse, critically appraise and explain design proposals. (RIBA Part 2 GA2.2). CLO4. Ability to evaluate materials, processes and techniques that apply to complex architectural designs and building construction, and integrate these into practicable design proposals. (RIBA Part 2 GA2.3). CLO5. Critical understanding of how knowledge is advanced through research to produce clear, logically argued and original written work relating to architectural culture, theory and design. (GA2.4). CLO6. Problem solving skills, professional judgment, and ability to take the initiative and make appropriate decisions in complex and unpredictable circumstances. (GA2.6). CLO7. Ability to identify individual learning needs and understand the personal responsibility required to prepare for qualification as an architect. (GA2.7). QAA subject benchmark statement (where applicable) 7 See: http://www.qaa.ac.uk/en/publications/documents/subject-benchmarkstatement-architecture.pdf PROFESSIONAL, STATUTORY AND REGULATORY BODIES (where applicable) Where a course is accredited by a PSRB, full details of how the course meets external requirements, and what students are required to undertake, are included. The Master of Architecture (MArch) is validated by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) and prescribed by the Architects Registration Board (ARB). 6 Please refer to Course Development and Review Handbook or QAA website for details. 7 Please refer to the QAA website for details. Page 4 of 11
The route to professional qualification in the UK comprises three stages, referred to as Parts 1, 2 and 3, as summarised by the RIBA website: https://www.architecture.com/riba/becomeanarchitect/route to becoming an architect/routetoqualificationasanarchitect.aspx Students who successfully complete the Master of Architecture (MArch) are exempted from Part 2 of the RIBA examinations. Part 2 is achieved on award of the Master of Architecture (MArch) (240 Credits) only. Exemption from RIBA Part 2 is not achieved on award of the following named exit awards: Post- Graduate Diploma Architectural Studies (120 Credits) or Post-Graduate Certificate Architectural Studies (60 Credits). LEARNING AND TEACHING Learning and teaching methods This section sets out the primary learning and teaching methods, including total learning hours and any specific requirements in terms of practical/ clinical-based learning. The indicative list of learning and teaching methods includes information on the proportion of the course delivered by each method and details where a particular method relates to a particular element of the course. Learning and teaching methods on the course include: Studio days Lectures Seminars Peer reviews Peer to peer learning Pin up presentations Workshops Group tutorials One-to-one conversations Site visits and field trips Reviews Refer to module specifications for details of learning hours. ASSESSMENT Assessment methods This section sets out the summative assessment methods on the course and includes details on where to find further information on the criteria used in assessing coursework. It also provides an assessment matrix which reflects the variety of modes of assessment, and the volume of assessment in the course. Each module is assessed through coursework. For details on particular assessment tasks and criteria, refer to module specifications and handbooks available on studentcentral. Continual formative feedback is provided during modules, through tutorials, peer reviews and pin up presentations. In addition a formative assessment will be carried out at one point in each module to give an explicit indication of progress. Learning Outcome Assessment method Module Number of credits CLO1. Understanding of the context of the architect and the construction industry, including Coursework AI714 20 Page 5 of 11
the architect's role in the processes of procurement and building production, and under legislation. (RIBA Part 2 GA2.5). CLO2. Ability to generate complex design proposals showing understanding of current architectural issues, originality in application of subject knowledge and, where appropriate, to test new hypotheses and speculations. (RIBA Part 2 GA2.1). Coursework AI701 20 AI715 40 CLO3. Ability to evaluate and apply a comprehensive range of visual, oral and written media to test, analyse, critically appraise and explain design proposals. (RIBA Part 2 GA2.2). CLO4. Ability to evaluate materials, processes and techniques that apply to complex architectural designs and building construction, and integrate these into practicable design proposals. (RIBA Part 2 GA2.3). CLO5. Critical understanding of how knowledge is advanced through research to produce clear, logically argued and original written work relating to architectural culture, theory and design. (GA2.4). CLO6. Problem solving skills, professional judgment, and ability to take the initiative and make appropriate decisions in complex and unpredictable circumstances. (GA2.6). CLO7. Ability to identify individual learning needs and understand the personal responsibility required to prepare for qualification as an architect. (GA2.7). Coursework Coursework Coursework Coursework AI701 20 AI715 40 A1712 20 A1711 60 A1713 20 AI715 80 AI712 20 AI716 20 AI715 80 AI714 20 AI716 20 AI715 80 AI716 20 * Dependent selected route in AI717 Research and Practice Specialisation. Refer to module specification and handbook. SUPPORT AND INFORMATION Institutional/ University All students benefit from: University induction week Student contract Page 6 of 11
Course-specific Additional support, specifically where courses have nontraditional patterns of delivery (e.g. distance learning and work-based learning) include: Course Handbook Extensive library facilities Computer pool rooms E-mail address Welfare service Personal tutor for advice and guidance Studentcentral In addition, students on this course benefit from: Integrated Student Support and Guidance Tutor (SSGT) Model making workshops, with professional manufacturing equipment Photography studios and darkroom Studio spaces Specialist printing and scanning facilities Computer suites with specialist software and digital fabrication facilities Software tutorials through Lynda.com Page 7 of 11
PART 3: COURSE SPECIFIC REGULATIONS COURSE STRUCTURE This section includes an outline of the structure of the programme, including stages of study and progression points. Course Leaders may choose to include a structure diagram here. Page 8 of 11
Modules Status: M = Mandatory (modules which must be taken and passed to be eligible for the award) C = Compulsory (modules which must be taken to be eligible for the award) O = Optional (optional modules) A = Additional (modules which must be taken to be eligible for an award accredited by a professional, statutory or regulatory body, including any non-credit bearing modules) * Optional modules listed are indicative only and may be subject to change, depending on timetabling and staff availability Level 8 Module code Status Module title Credit 7 AI711 M Design Studio 60 7 AI712 M Architectural Humanities 20 7 AI713 M Buildings & Environment 20 7 AI714 M Future Practice 20 7 AI715 M Design Thesis 80 7 AI716 M Research Practices 20 7 AI717 M Research & Practice Specialisation 20 8 All modules have learning outcomes commensurate with the FHEQ levels 0, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8. List the level which corresponds with the learning outcomes of each module. Page 9 of 11
AWARD AND CLASSIFICATION Award type Award* Title Level Eligibility for award Classification of award Total credits 9 Minimum credits 10 Ratio of marks 11 : Class of award Final MArch Master of Architecture 7 Total credit 240 Minimum credit at level of award Other: 240 Intermediate PG Diploma Intermediate PG Certificate Post-Graduate Diploma Architectural Studies Post-Graduate Certificate Architectural Studies Select Total credit 120 Minimum credit at level of award 90 Select Total credit 60 Minimum credit at level of award 40 Select Select Total credit Select Minimum credit at level of award Select Select Select Total credit Select Minimum credit at level of award Select *Foundation degrees only Progression routes from award: Level 7 marks Level 7 marks Level 7 marks Select Select Postgraduate degree Not applicable Not applicable Award classifications Mark/ band % Foundation degree Honours degree Postgraduate 12 degree (excludes PGCE and BM BS) 70% - 100% Distinction First (1) Distinction 60% - 69.99% Merit Upper second (2:1) Merit 50% - 59.99% Lower second (2:2) Pass 40% - 49.99% Third (3) Pass Select Select 9 Total number of credits required to be eligible for the award. 10 Minimum number of credits required, at level of award, to be eligible for the award. 11 Algorithm used to determine the classification of the final award (all marks are credit-weighted). For a Masters degree, the mark for the final element (e.g, dissertation) must be in the corresponding class of award. 12 Refers to taught provision: PG Cert, PG Dip, Masters. Page 10 of 11
EXAMINATION AND ASSESSMENT REGULATIONS Please refer to the Course Approval and Review Handbook when completing this section. The examination and assessment regulations for the course should be in accordance with the University s General Examination and Assessment Regulations for Taught Courses (available from staffcentral or studentcentral). Specific regulations which materially affect assessment, progression and award on the course e.g. Where referrals or repeat of modules are not permitted in line with the University s General Examination and Assessment Regulations for Taught Courses. In order to qualify for the award of the Master of Architecture (MArch) (RIBA Part 2) degree, all modules must be passed successfully. In order for a student to progress to the second year of the course they must successfully pass AI711, AI712, AI713, AI714. The calculation of a final award is based on the marks attained in AI715, AI716, AI717, In addition, the following course-specific regulations apply: Classification: The MArch award is classified as pass, merit or distinction. For the MArch award, merit will be awarded to students who have satisfied the requirements of the award and have achieved a creditweighted mean mark of at least 60.00 from the second year modules (AI715, AI716, AI717,) and a mark of at least 60 in the final element (AI715). Distinction will be awarded to students for the MArch award who have satisfied the requirements of the award and have achieved a creditweighted mean mark of at least 70.00 from the second year modules (AI715, AI716, AI717,) and a mark of at least 70 in the final element (AI715). Borderline: There are no borderline criteria for Masters awards. Exceptions required by PSRB These require the approval of the Chair of the Academic Board N/A Document template revised August 2017