Department of
Architecture and Built Environment

A bridge over a river with people walking across.

Postgraduate study

 

The department is a leading centre of architecture and sustainable design technology and has a strong international reputation for interdisciplinary research.

Our courses are underpinned by research strengths in architecture, urban design, sustainable energy technologies, and our innovative work in green issues and sustainability. This means that the latest knowledge and practices can shape your learning, and give you the understanding and skills you need to pursue an exciting and rewarding career in practice or further research.

Why choose architecture and built environment at Nottingham?

 Top 2

(The Complete University Guide 2025)

 Top 10

(Guardian University Guide 2024)

Top 18

(QS World University Rankings 2025)

 

 

Postgraduate taught courses

The following courses are available, please select a course for further information:

ARB/RIBA Part 3

This practice-based course represents the final step towards registration as an architect in the UK. The course features practical elements including marketing and management, contract and procurement, and law in architecture, needed by professional architects.

Find out more about this course

Research opportunities

Student looking through a microscope in a research lab.

Postgraduate research courses

Three students working in a design studio with a house model.

Funded PhD Projects

A sketch pad with student work in.

Find a PhD supervisor

 

Department of Architecture and Built Environment

The University of Nottingham
University Park
Nottingham, NG7 2RD


telephone: +44 (0) 115 95 14184