The admissions policy and procedures are in place to ensure that applicants have the intellectual ability, motivation and, where appropriate, the professional experience to benefit from, and contribute to, the MSc in High Performance Buildings.

The normal minimum qualification is an upper second-class bachelor's degree (2.1) from a UK university in engineering, science, mathematics, or a discipline related to building. Other qualifications supplemented with relevant industrial experience will also be considered.

International students require a suitable academic profile as well as an English language score of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Application process

• To be considered for entry onto the programme, you'll need to submit the following:
• A completed application form.
• An official copy of your transcript for your completed degree studies.
• A statement of interest outlining why you want to study at Plymouth University and what you believe you will contribute to our programme.
• A Curriculum Vitae that describes your academic qualifications, any work experience, and any other personal work relevant to your application.
• Two suitable references (at least one from your former university). 

If you would like additional information please contact admissions@plymouth.ac.uk.

The following conditions are required of all applicants: 

Expected 2:1 degree classification but we will consider students with lower degree and a good portfolio.. 

If you are an overseas/EU students you must obtain an IELTS score of 6.5 or equivalent.

English language requirements

The following conditions are highly desired:

12 months experience working in an architect’s office or similar professionally relevant activity. 

Application process 

To be considered for entry onto the programme, you'll need to submit the following: 

• A completed application form. 
• An official copy of your transcript for your completed degree studies. 
• A statement of interest outlining why you want to study at Plymouth University and what you believe you will contribute to our programme. 
• A portfolio of work with up to 20 images (this can be digital - jpeg images preferred) of previous student work and any work carried out while working in an office and/or any other personal work. 
• Two suitable references (at least one from your former university). 
• Note that we begin generally receiving applications in January for starting the program in September of the same year. The majority of successful students have applied and been offered a place by May, though we accept applications to the beginning of July. Upon receiving a complete application, a review is carried out by administrative and academic staff generally within two weeks. Relevant candidates are then given a conditional offer (and in the case of exceptional candidates an unconditional offer) with an interview (typically via Skype) to follow. Successful applicants through the interview are then typically made an unconditional offer within a few days.  

If you would like an informal chat about the Master of Architecture course please contact the programme leader at ada@plymouth.ac.uk. 

For a full list of all acceptable qualifications please refer to our tariff glossary.