COURSE CURRICULUM

The Architecture degree at Liverpool John Moores University offers a progressive curriculum that develops creative, technical, and professional skills through a combination of design projects, theoretical study, and technological training. In the first year, students explore the fundamentals of architecture through modules in history and theory, drawing-based building analysis, and design projects that focus on light, space, form, and spatial sequencing. They also gain an introduction to structural and environmental design, providing a balance of creative and technical foundations. The second year expands this knowledge with studies in modernism, urban design, and integrated design projects that connect architectural concepts with technology. Modules such as Building Information Modelling (BIM) and explorations of city architecture encourage students to engage with contemporary urban challenges. Opportunities to study abroad further broaden cultural and academic perspectives. In the final year, the program emphasises independence and advanced design practice, with students undertaking a major comprehensive design project supported by research and explorative studies. Modules also cover climate-focused design and the ethical and legislative responsibilities of professional practice. Across all levels, the curriculum integrates design with historical, theoretical, and technological contexts, preparing graduates to approach architectural challenges with creativity, technical skill, and professional awareness.