After doing my foundation course, UCA was the only place I applied to for the Architecture degree, because I loved the atmosphere and the close relationships with tutors and students.
Connie Latham – BA (Hons) Architecture UCA Canterbury, 2017
I would definitely advise others to come and look at the work and the campus. You can really tell what the school is like after seeing the approach to the course as well as everything and everyone you have supporting you throughout the degree. I never thought that one day I would dream of becoming an architect, but after exploring so many aspects of the profession within our studies and getting so excited by the physical application of creative arts, it’s my absolute goal. I really loved every part of the course. It’s great to be able to flick between physical models and 3D drawings to creating 2D visuals which represent your concepts. We all get so absorbed with our projects and what we’re doing that between peers and visiting tutors, we all end up having really interesting discussions about some pretty obscure things. We’re like a huge family in Canterbury. It’s one of the benefits of attending such a small school, everyone knows everyone. The staff are all so supportive and approachable that you know you could ask anyone anything and they would help at the drop of a hat. We’re very lucky. I definitely have more ambition and determination to do well since I started at UCA, as well as a lot more confidence. My plan for the future is to apply for the MArch part one, to work in industry for at least a year, and then follow it with part two. My proudest achievements were when I won the Stage One Drawing prize in first year, and the Stage Two Convenors prize in 2nd year. I also see it as an accomplishment to have finished the degree, it’s not been easy!
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