London Metropolitan University
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London Metropolitan University

London Metropolitan University

Internationally recognised for high quality teaching, excellent facilities and unique opportunities.

166-220 Holloway Rd, London N7 8DB, UK

About London Metropolitan University

The School of Art, Architecture and Design at London Metropolitan University is internationally recognised for high-quality teaching, excellent facilities, and unique opportunities. It offers a broad range of subjects including Architecture, which emphasizes critical inquiry through practical and collaborative design. The curriculum is informed by staff engaged in practice and research, exploring sustainable design, community engagement, and environmental ecology. Students gain real-world experience through individual and collaborative projects, engaging with professionals and communities. There is a strong emphasis on socially engaged architecture within local and global contexts. The school provides specialist facilities such as wood and metal workshops, print rooms, darkrooms, and digital manufacturing technology. Research within the school is focused on urban and built ecologies, with themes including architecture in fragile environments, civic commons, urban culture, and craft-design and visual culture. The school aims to empower students to achieve beyond expectations and is committed to transforming lives through education.
Program NameDetails
Architecture - BA (Hons)
Bachelor

This undergraduate architecture degree provides exemption from RIBA Part 1 and is a first step towards a professional career in architecture. The course emphasizes practical design work, formal teaching, and fieldwork to develop necessary skills.

3 Years (Full-time), 6 Years (Part-time)
English
£9,535 per year for UK students, £21,000 per year for International students (Year 1)
Deadline: September 2026 start date
Architecture (including foundation year) - BA (Hons)
Bachelor

This architecture course with a foundation year offers an alternative route if you can't meet the architecture degree entry requirements.

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English
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Deadline: Not specified
Architecture (Top-up) - BA (Hons)
Bachelor

The top-up Architecture bachelor's degree is the first stage towards gaining a career in architecture, allowing you to finish your degree.

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English
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Deadline: Not specified
Interior Architecture and Design - BA (Hons)
Bachelor

This degree course requires a specialist way of thinking about how we occupy complex interior spaces, applying to buildings and urban communities.

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English
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Deadline: Not specified
Interior Architecture and Design (including foundation year) - BA (Hons)
Bachelor

This Interior Architecture and Design course includes a foundation year to help you build a portfolio while preparing to start your undergraduate degree.

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English
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Deadline: Not specified
Interior Architecture and Design (Top-up) - BA (Hons)
Bachelor

The top-up Architecture and Interior Design course is designed to help you complete your qualification.

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English
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Deadline: Not specified
Interior Design - BA (Hons)
Bachelor

This Interior Design course gives you the skills to be an interior designer, covering everything from traditional drawing methods to state-of-the-art graphics packages.

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English
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Deadline: Not specified
Interior Design (including foundation year) - BA (Hons)
Bachelor

This Interior Design course includes a foundation year to help you enter an undergraduate degree.

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English
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Deadline: Not specified
Interior Design (Top-up) - BA (Hons)
Bachelor

This Interior Design BA (Top-up) degree will introduce you to the latest research as well as industry professionals.

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English
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Deadline: Not specified
Interior Design and Decoration - BA (Hons)
Bachelor

This Interior Design and Decoration degree course helps you embrace decorative interior environments.

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English
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Deadline: Not specified
Interior Design and Decoration (including foundation year) - BA (Hons)
Bachelor

This Interior Design and Decoration course includes a foundation year as an alternative route into an undergraduate degree.

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English
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Deadline: Not specified
Interior Design and Decoration (Top-up) - BA (Hons)
Bachelor

This top-up Interior Design and Decoration course will draw upon the wide range of contexts within the interiors industry.

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English
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Deadline: Not specified
Architecture RIBA 2 - MArch
Master

This Master of Architecture RIBA 2 course is design-driven and enables you to focus your skills and develop excellence in your work. The main areas of study are in design, technology, practice, history and theory.

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English
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Deadline: Not specified

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Programs
Accreditations & Affiliations
The Architecture BA (Hons) is validated by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) at Part 1 and prescribed by the Architects Registration Board (ARB) at Part 1 level (Note: ARB prescription of Part 1 qualifications is intended to end on December 31, 2027). The Architecture RIBA 2 - MArch is fully accredited by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) and Architects Registration Board (ARB) at Part 2 level.
Admissions
84% for international students
Acceptance Rate
Deadlines
january_2025_intake_international_students
welcome_week: January 27, 2025
application_deadline: December 19, 2024
latest_date_to_issue_cas: January 10, 2025
late_date_of_enrolment_for_cas: February 21, 2025
latest_date_to_issue_cas_uk_domicile: January 10, 2025
final_date_to_issue_unconditional_offer: January 9, 2025
latest_date_to_take_compliance_interview: January 6, 2025
final_date_to_pay_deposit_and_request_cas: January 8, 2025
final_date_for_deposit_to_be_in_london_met_account: January 8, 2025
latest_date_to_provide_documents_to_meet_conditions: January 2, 2025
Requirements
undergraduate: Minimum of BBB in three A levels (one from a relevant subject area such as Art, Humanities or Social Sciences) or 120 UCAS points from an equivalent Level 3 qualification. English Language and Mathematics GCSE at grade C/4 or above. Portfolio review and interview.
postgraduate_march_riba_2: A good degree in architecture, preferably completed RIBA Part 1 or exemption from it. Ability to demonstrate talent as a designer and motivation to complete the course successfully.
international_students_english_language: IELTS 6.0 with at least 5.5 in each component, or Cambridge Advanced/Proficiency Certificate with grade C or above, or an institutional test like Institutional TOEFL/DAAD. GPA of 2.7 or higher or a minimum C grade average. Undergraduate applicants need 60% or above in Class X and XII. Postgraduate applicants need a Bachelor's degree with a first division, or 55% with 1 year of work experience.
Recent Rankings
QS World University Rankings: 1001-1200
Guardian League Tables (2022-10-06): Interior Design courses ranked 3rd in the UK (overall score of 89.8 out of 100)
Complete University Guide 2025: Architecture courses ranked 4th in London for student satisfaction
Guardian University Guide 2026: First in the UK for student value added
The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026: Runner-up University of the Year for Social Inclusion

London Metropolitan University Academic FAQ

London Metropolitan University is Internationally recognised for high quality teaching, excellent facilities and unique opportunities.

The acceptance rate for London Metropolitan University is 84% for international students, reflecting the selectivity of its academic programs.

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London Metropolitan University provides a comprehensive curriculum including: Architecture - BA (Hons), Architecture (including foundation year) - BA (Hons), Architecture (Top-up) - BA (Hons), Interior Architecture and Design - BA (Hons), Interior Architecture and Design (including foundation year) - BA (Hons).

The institution maintains a student-to-faculty ratio of 14:1 (general university ratio), typically 1:12 in design studios for individualized attention., ensuring personalized mentorship and studio culture.

London Metropolitan University is situated in London, United Kingdom, offering a vibrant context for architectural study.

Yes, London Metropolitan University holds accreditations from: The Architecture BA (Hons) is validated by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) at Part 1 and prescribed by the Architects Registration Board (ARB) at Part 1 level (Note: ARB prescription of Part 1 qualifications is intended to end on December 31, 2027). The Architecture RIBA 2 - MArch is fully accredited by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) and Architects Registration Board (ARB) at Part 2 level..