Architecture is where science meets art, the best of both worlds. The BA (Hons) Architecture programme explores architecture, urbanism, and landscape within a changing social context, encouraging you to address professional challenges, question assumptions, and engage creatively with the architect’s role in society.
Qatar’s only UK Honours degree in Architecture is designed to meet industry demands through a blend of global trends and local expertise. Delivered at City University Qatar, this programme offers a transformative educational experience, combining rigorous academic study with hands-on training in architectural design, innovation, and sustainability. With the global construction industry expanding rapidly, the demand for skilled architects who can integrate sustainable and technologically advanced design solutions continues to grow.
The BA (Hons) in Architecture at City University Qatar mirrors the curriculum, learning outcomes, and academic standards of the UK-delivered programme. Graduates may be eligible to apply for accreditation, membership, or further professional qualifications with relevant regulatory bodies, subject to the specific requirements of their chosen jurisdiction and career pathway.
With access to hands-on studio modules, state-of-the-art facilities, and comprehensive resources, students develop the practical skills and creative expertise needed to excel in architecture, construction management, and urban design. This programme prepares graduates to contribute to Qatar’s economic diversification and sustainable development goals, while shaping the future of the built environment through innovative, functional, and sustainable design.
I Will Learn
– About the complex and changing nature of architecture, urbanism and landscape, and its impact on society and culture.
– History of art and architecture, drawing methodologies and 3D model-making, technical design, environmental strategies, and professional skills.
– Why sustainability and climate change considerations are vital prerequisites for the design of buildings and urban communities.
Hands-on Experience
– Students receive one-on-one teaching by award-winning architects, local practitioners, and visiting professors from national and international universities.
– Assessment is 100% coursework (no written examinations). Importance is placed on the final portfolio submission which includes all the student’s work from that year.
Why Ulster Programme?
The programme is built on a 175-year legacy of excellence in art and design education in the UK.
Entry Requirements for direct entry into Year One are subject to completion of 13 years of education and are assessed on a case-by-case basis, varying depending on the programme applied for. General entry requirements include:
– International Baccalaureate (IB): An overall profile of a minimum of 24 points (with at least 12 points at higher level), and grade 4 or above in HL or SL Mathematics
– British System: 3 A-levels; the required grades and subjects depend on the programme applied for. A minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade C or above is required, including GCSE Mathematics
– To qualify for our bachelor’s programme, applicants must meet all the following criteria. Some may have specific math and physics grade prerequisites
– Other international qualifications: These will be considered on merit for equivalency with the above requirements
AND
– English Language Requirements – an IELTS overall score of at least 6.0, with no band lower than 5.5, or an equivalent qualification
OR
– Successful completion of Ulster’s International Foundation Programme
Duration: 3 years or 4 years with the International Foundation Programme
Instruction: Modular
Module Design: 120 credits per year, 3 modules per semester
Hons Qualification: 18 modules
If you’ve completed 12 years of high school (Grade 12/Thanawiyah), you must successfully complete the International Foundation Programme before advancing to year one of BA (Hons) Architecture
International Foundation Programme
SEMESTER 1
•Digital Media Tools
•Foundation in Mathematics
•English with Study Skills or Extended Critical Thinking for Undergraduate Study
SEMESTER 2
•Exploring Cultural Identities
•Introduction to Computing Engineering and Built Environment
•English for Academic Transition or Project- Based Learning
Year 1
SEMESTER 1
•Design 1A
•Architectural Technology & Environment 1
•Design Theory + Communication 1 Elements
SEMESTER 2
•Visual Culture
•Design 1B
Year 2
SEMESTER 1
•Architectural Technology & Environment 2
•Design Theory and Communication Building 2
•Design 2 Pt 1
SEMESTER 2
•Design 2 Pt 2
•Professional Context
Year 3
SEMESTER 1
•Architectural Technology & Environment 3
•Design Theory and Communication 3 Context
•Design 3 Pt 1
SEMESTER 2
•Professional Context
•Design 3 Pt 2
