this course will enable you to make sophisticated architectural propositions. you will discover the benefits of socially engaged design through research-led design studios and our acclaimed live projects programme. **course description** the degree is currently validated by the riba at part 2 and prescribed by arb. your study will be mainly studio-based, with design projects each year. to gain your riba part 2 qualification you’ll produce at least one comprehensive design project and a dissertation. through our innovative live projects you can work with local, regional and international groups on real-life challenges. you could be building, designing urban masterplans or designing in detail. **accreditation** validated by the royal institute of british architects (riba) at part 2 and prescribed by the architects registration board (arb). please see our university website for the most up-to-date course information.