The Mathematics needs of prospective Architecture undergraduates

Abstract

This article concerns the findings of a large-scale study by the authors of the maths needs of over 4,000 prospective undergraduates of STEMM and Social Science degrees. It reports the responses from Architecture students to an online survey containing questions about the Maths they studied at A-level, how well they perceived the A-level to be as preparation for the mathematical component of their degree, and ways in which they believe A-level Maths could be improved to suit the needs of future prospective undergraduates in their field. Generally, Architecture undergraduates who had taken A-level Maths were positive about it as preparation for their degree, with Mechanics units perceived as the most useful to study if preparing for tertiary Architecture.