Program Overview
The Professional Practice - RIBA part 3 at University of Bath is a Postgraduate Certificate programme in Arts & Design over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of arts & design. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Professional Practice - RIBA part 3 programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: GBP 13,550 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,450 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Bath, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Professional Practice - RIBA part 3 programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Registration and introductory seminar
- Case study workshop
- Taught lecture course
- Revision seminar
- Written examinations
- Documentary submission
- Oral examinations
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Minimum requirement: Architecture BA (Hons) or BSc (Hons) with exemption from RIBA Part 1, or equivalent; Postgraduate diploma in Architecture with exemption from RIBA Part 2, or equivalent.
For candidates who have gained a degree(s) in architecture at a European or other overseas university/institution, their degree qualifications must first be approved by the Architects Registration Board of the United Kingdom to be determine that they are the equivalent standard of the Part 1 and Part 2 qualifications above. This entails a further examination of the degree portfolios from the relevant university/institution which is undertaken by a separate examination Board of ARB.\xc2\xa0
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 13,550 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,450 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 13,550 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,450 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Bath directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Bath
University of Bath
Bath, United Kingdom
University of Bath is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 31 August 2026
- Start Date 2017-10-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months