Architecture and Design

Architecture
and Design

Creating meaningful architecture and design for a changing world.

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Why study Architecture and Design at Kent?

We empower you to shape future communities and the built environment. Through innovation, sustainability and hands-on experience, our Architecture and Design courses challenge you to think boldly, collaborate globally and design spaces that inspire.

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From sketch to skyline. We've got great foundations.

Architecture and Design at Kent offers a leading learning experience as you develop as a designer. Architecture was ranked within the top 20 in the UK in The Complete University Guide 2026 and our student Victor Williams Salmeron was awarded the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) 2024 Bronze Medal. We're incredibly proud of our learning environment, and the things it enables our students and graduates to do.

At Kent, we equip you with the skills, creativity, and confidence to shape the spaces of the future. Whether you're designing sustainable buildings or transforming interiors, you'll develop your own creative identity in our dynamic studio spaces. With industry accreditation, hands-on experience, and expert guidance, you’ll graduate ready to make your mark and with your own unique eye for design and vision for your career.


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We recently refurbished our studios to create a leading teaching environment which is adaptable, so you can work seamlessly in groups or individually.

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88% of our Architecture students were positive about the learning resources for their course. (NSS 2025)

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Each year, you'll get to be a part of our End of Year Show. This is your chance to show off your work to your peers, family and industry professionals.

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The United Nations 17 sustainability goals inform all your project briefs at Kent, helping you to build a sustainable world.

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Our multifunctional space features multitouch high definition screens, embedded computer, speaker system, microphone and camera for recording seminars and presentations.

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The modern studios in the Marlowe building were designed by Sam Jacob Studio in consultation with our students and staff.

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The foyer of the Marlowe Building, home to our Architecture and Graphic Design courses.

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Courses

Where ambition takes shape.

Victory for Victor

Architecture student Victor Williams Salmeron was awarded the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) 2024 Bronze Medal for the design of an almshouse that celebrates its residents’ personalities.
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From Kent to Kenya

Yeni went from studying at Kent to working on projects in Kenya, Tanzania and Dominica.
Read Yeni's story

Interior motives

BA graduate Larissa Andreoli Braga now owns a design collective that creates interior architecture.
Read Larissa's story

Foundations of success

James Bussey is the Director of MADE BY WOODSMOKE Limited, a creative business he founded after gaining early recognition with awards like the RIBA President's Medals Serjeant Award.
Read James's story

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