Architects and the designers of our surroundings are the driving force behind the design and development of our built environment. Whether they are designing new buildings, giving a new lease of life to existing ones, developing urban spaces, landscapes or contemporary interiors, architects have a profound influence on all our lives.MArch architecture programme is validated by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA). The award is also prescribed by the Architects Registration Board (ARB) as giving exemption from Part 2 of their professional examinations.