Virtual Open Day for Foundation, Intermediate and Diploma Programmes

Online open day for those wishing to study in the Foundation Course, Intermediate or Diploma Programmes at the Architectural Association

For students looking to join the AA in 2026, find out more about studying at the AA and the different programmes we offer by attending one of our Open Days.

The Wednesday 8 October Virtual Open Day is for students thinking of applying to these programmes -

• Foundation Programme (AA Foundation Award in Architecture, Art and Design FHEQ Level 4)
• Intermediate Programme BA (Hons) Architecture (RIBA Part 1)
• Diploma Programme MArch (ARB Masters / RIBA Part 2)
• Graduate Certificate in Architecture (AA Transfer) Programme

The Open Day will offer the chance to speak with staff and students about teaching methods and topics being explored at the school, the financial support available, and how to apply. The day will be held virtually with a line-up of presentations, conversations, clinics and events that express the unique character of the AA.

For those wishing to visit the school, an In-Person Open Day will be held at our Bedford Square, London, location on Friday 10 October, more information can be found here: In-Person Open Day.

For applicants wishing to find out more about our Taught Postgraduate and PhD programmes, a separate Open Day will be held on Wednesday 5 November, more information can be found here: Virtual Open Day for Taught Postgraduate Programmes

Please book to attend. Once you have made a booking you will receive the link to join the Virtual Open Day online a couple of days before the event.

SCHEDULE:

12.00pm Welcome (Overview of the AA and Academic Provision)
12.30pm How to Apply with Admissions
1.30pm Programme Presentations
2.30pm Student Life at the AA
2.45pm Visiting Schools and Summer School
2.55pm Visa Advice and Funding Options

WEDNESDAY 8 OCTOBER VIRTUAL OPEN DAY:
Foundation Programme (AA Foundation Award in Architecture, Art and Design FHEQ Level 4)
Intermediate Programme BA (Hons) Architecture (RIBA Part 1)
Diploma Programme MArch (ARB Masters / RIBA Part 2)
Graduate Certificate in Architecture (AA Transfer) Programme

FRIDAY 10 OCTOBER IN-PERSON OPEN DAY:
All Programmes
Find out more about the Friday 10 October Open Day here: In-Person Open Day.

WEDNESDAY 5 NOVEMBER VIRTUAL OPEN DAY:
Architecture and Urban Design (Projective Cities) Taught MPhil
Architecture and Urbanism (DRL) MArch
Conservation and Reuse (MA/PGDip)
Design and Make MSc/MArch|
Emergent Technologies and Design MSc/MArch
History and Critical Thinking in Architecture MA
Housing and Urbanism MA/MArch
Landscape Urbanism MSc/MArch
PhD Programme MPhil/PhD
Spatial Performance and Design (AAIS) MA/MFA
Sustainable Environmental Design MSc/MArch

Find out more about the Wednesday 5 November Open Day here: Virtual Open Day for Taught Postgraduate Programmes

We look forward to welcoming you virtually to the AA.

To be informed when applications open, please register your interest at https://www.aaschool.ac.uk/studyform