Bachelor's in Architecture in Europe

This bachelor’s program provides a comprehensive foundation in architectural and urban design through eight semesters of studio work, lectures, and workshops. Courses include building construction, design theory, contemporary architecture, freehand drawing, BIM, and revitalization. Students build both technical and creative skills, supported by internships, urban surveys, and specialized seminars. The final year centers on professional practice and a diploma project combining design, sustainability, and heritage conservation.

To apply, candidates must submit an online application along with required documents and a portfolio sent to the provided contact. The portfolio must include a cover letter, a personal statement confirming authorship, and a set of freehand drawings, photographs, and creative works. Drawings should showcase still life, geometric solids, architectural structures, and urban scenes, all in B2 format. Three photographs and three additional creative works in any technique are also required.

This bachelor’s program combines civil engineering, urban planning, and sustainable design. Students begin with mathematics, physics, drawing, geology, and materials science, followed by urban systems analysis and applied economics. In later years, the focus shifts to hydraulics, structural mechanics, BIM, and architectural technology. The third year emphasizes geotechnics, structural engineering, and sustainability. Electives include restoration, urban planning, and water management. The program blends theory with applied lab work to prepare students for real-world challenges.

Applicants must hold a secondary school diploma earned after at least 12 years of education, valid for university access in Italy. Some Italian diplomas may require additional learning requirements during the first year. English language proficiency at B2 level (CEFR) is required and must be certified during the application phase. Admission is based on the English TOLC-I test, which evaluates math, logic, science, and verbal skills. The test is managed by CISIA and can be taken multiple times.
Tuition fees for EU students vary based on income, ranging from €157 to €3,000/year. Non-EU students typically pay a fixed fee of €1,200/year.

The bachelor's program offers an intensive 8-semester curriculum totaling 240 ECTS. It combines architectural design, urban planning, construction, history, sustainability, freehand drawing, and digital tools like BIM. Students engage in both theoretical courses and hands-on studio work, including interior and landscape design, public space projects, and advanced modeling. The program culminates in a diploma project and professional internship, with elective courses supporting specialization in areas such as ecological architecture, revitalization, and historical preservation.

Applicants must have passed mathematics and English at the secondary school leaving exam. For English, a minimum score of 60% at advanced level or 30% at bilingual level is required. Additional subjects considered include a second foreign language, drawing skills exam, or a vocational diploma (e.g., architectural restoration or landscape architecture technician). Not passing an additional subject does not disqualify the candidate, but results in a score of zero for that subject.

This bachelor's program approaches architecture and urban planning as a discipline at the intersection of technology and art, combining design training, construction principles, and artistic practice from the outset. It is delivered full-time over four years in English.

The first semester introduces composition, construction, descriptive geometry, digital architectural tools, the fundamentals of architectural design, an introductory overview of architecture and urban planning as a field, mathematics, typology, and visual art creation. The second semester builds on this foundation with the history of architecture and art, the use of color in architecture, further coursework in construction and descriptive geometry, a first design studio, freehand architectural drawing, and continued study in typology, digital architectural tools, and visual art.

Applicants must have completed full secondary or secondary vocational education; those who completed this schooling abroad must obtain official recognition that their qualification meets the required standard. Applicants must submit a CV and a notarized copy of their school leaving certificate, submitting it shortly after graduation if it is not yet available at the time of application, and applicants with disabilities or specific needs are encouraged to inform the admissions office so that suitable arrangements can be made for the entrance exam. Because instruction is in English, applicants must also submit a certificate of English proficiency, such as TOEFL, IELTS, or a minimum level of B2, or proof that their prior secondary education was conducted in English.

Admission is decided entirely through a talent-based entrance examination rather than prior academic performance; high school grades and extracurricular activities are not factored into the decision. The exam consists of five scored tasks: two linear pencil drawings completed from a model, worth up to 250 points each; a pencil-drawn spatial composition based on geometric solids, worth up to 250 points; a written test of general knowledge in architecture, art, and design, worth up to 100 points; and a spatial imagination test, worth up to 250 points, for a combined maximum of 1,100 points. A minimum of 450 points is required for admission. Applicants must also submit an electronic portfolio of at least ten original graphic works demonstrating drawing proficiency grounded in realistic visual perception, with accurate proportions and shapes.

This bachelor's program provides comprehensive training in geoinformatics and remote sensing, combining foundational courses with field-specific theory and technical skills. Students study geodesy, cartography, GIS systems, spatial data analysis, remote sensing technologies, and geospatial software. The curriculum includes modules in programming, forestry, agriculture, logistics, and land administration. Practical experience is gained through fieldwork in geodetic measurements, photogrammetry, 3D modeling, and application development. The program concludes with a diploma project. It prepares graduates for careers in spatial analysis, environmental monitoring, and geographic data management.

To apply for this bachelor's program, applicants must have completed secondary education with at least a satisfactory grade in Mathematics, which in Latvia typically means a score of 4 out of 10. Additionally, applicants must demonstrate English proficiency at a minimum of CEFR level B2, or equivalent scores such as IELTS 5.5, TOEFL 520, or TOEFL-iBT 68. These requirements ensure students are prepared for the technical and analytical demands of the program. Learn more about grading systems in Europe at https://www.studyineurope.eu/grades/.

This program is a full-time undergraduate degree structured over eight semesters. Students progress through a combination of workshops, engineering, theory and history, design studios, foreign languages, and physical education. Key components include intensive design studio work, professional internships, and a final diploma project. The curriculum blends practical and theoretical learning to prepare students for careers in architectural design and practice.

To apply, candidates must submit a secondary school certificate and, if applicable, matriculation results that qualify them for university admission in their home country. Admission is based on results in mathematics and either history of art or informatics. An entrance exam is also required.

This bachelor's degree offers a comprehensive and multidisciplinary curriculum focused on design, technology, history, and sustainability. It includes foundational courses such as design elements, CAD, mathematics, building technologies, and drawing techniques. As students progress, they explore architectural visualization, structural and urban design, interior architecture, sustainable practices, and history of art and urban planning. The curriculum also emphasizes practical skills through internships, mock-up and artistic technique workshops, and professional training. Specialized subjects include BIM, ecology and energy-efficient technologies, restoration, entrepreneurship, and architectural ethics, preparing students for diverse roles in the architectural profession.

Applicants must have completed secondary or higher education and provide original entry qualification documents, along with sworn translations into Polish (or English if Polish is not possible before arrival). An English language certificate at B2 level is required (e.g., TOEFL iBT 72, IELTS 5.5, TOEIC 700, or equivalent certificates such as FCE, CAE, CPE, etc.). Additionally, a relevant portfolio must be submitted as part of the application.

This bachelor's program in architecture is structured around nine key modules that blend creative, technical, and theoretical components. Students develop their skills through architectural design, fine arts, and urban planning while gaining essential knowledge in construction technology and project management. The curriculum also includes studies in architecture history and theory, humanities and social subjects, and economics and law relevant to the built environment. Practical experience is integrated through internships, and the program culminates with a bachelor's thesis.

To apply for this bachelor's program in architecture, candidates must have completed secondary or vocational education recognized in the host country. Admission is based on a competitive selection process using results from centralized exams in English, Mathematics, and other relevant subjects. If English proficiency cannot be proven with a CE score of B2 or higher or an accepted international certificate (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL), an entrance exam in English must be taken. Applicants must also pass an entrance exam in drawing and composition unless they completed an accredited pre-training course. Additionally, candidates must submit a portfolio (12 A3 pages, horizontal, in PDF format) showcasing their creativity, individuality, and skills in areas such as drawing, drafting, composition, sketching, painting or sculpture, photography, and a free choice. Applicants with foreign education are exempt from centralized exams but must take the university’s admission test.

This bachelor's program combines technical and artistic disciplines to train students in landscape design, garden construction, and the management of natural and built environments. The curriculum includes foundational courses in mathematics, botany, drawing techniques, ecology, social sciences, architectural history, and plant knowledge. Students learn about garden and open space construction, land surveying, water management, and urban morphology, with continuous development in drawing and design representation skills across the semesters.

Students can specialize in three main areas: Garden Construction, which focuses on structural elements, materials, and detailed design techniques; Landscape Management, which addresses ecological planning, restoration, and protection of natural environments; and Urban Management, emphasizing urban planning, public space maintenance, and heritage protection. Each track includes advanced subjects, thesis seminars, and extensive professional practice to prepare students for real-world challenges in landscape architecture and urban development.

To apply for this bachelor's program, applicants must submit a motivation letter explaining their interest in the course, a brief curriculum vitae, and official academic records. Specifically, a final secondary school examination certificate is required. If the secondary education was completed in English, a certificate or a formally signed and stamped letter confirming English as the medium of instruction may be accepted. Degrees from English-speaking countries are also valid with official documentation.

Accepted English language certificates include TOEFL (minimum 550 on PBT or 72 on iBT), IELTS (minimum 6.0), EUROEXAM, Cambridge First Certificate (minimum level “C” or score of 160), and others such as Pearson PTE and Academic (minimum 59), the Oxford Test of English (with B2 scores across all skills), TELC, ECL, and TOEIC (minimum: listening 400, reading 385, speaking 160, writing 150). Trinity ISE II and LanguageCert ESOL at B2 level are also accepted. However, DUOLINGO (DET) and EF SET are not accepted.

This program offers interdisciplinary education combining natural, technical, agricultural, and social sciences with artistic design. Students learn to create, plan, and restore landscapes across various scales—ranging from gardens to entire urban areas—while embracing modern concepts like green infrastructure and smart growth. The curriculum emphasizes practical skills, legal and ethical principles, and the use of new technologies. Graduates are equipped for careers in design, restoration, and management of landscape architecture both in Poland and internationally.

Admission to this program is based on the school-leaving exam results and a portfolio evaluation. The portfolio must include 10–15 hand-drawn works (size A2 and A3) depicting specific natural and urban landscapes, such as trees, bridges, streets, and historic scenes. At least half of the drawings should be in graphite pencil; additional artworks may be included. All works must be photographed or scanned in high resolution and compiled into a single PDF, accompanied by a separate, hand-signed declaration of authorship.