UK Foundation in Architecture

Foundation in Architecture

International Foundation in Architecture

The International Foundation in Architecture is a design-led programme preparing you for your undergraduate degree in Architecture at Newcastle University

Why apply for the International Foundation programme?

Guaranteed university placement for all successful students
A quality assured university programme
Full university student status and access to university facilities

Who should apply for the International Foundation programme?

If you have completed secondary school education in your home country, the International Foundation programme provides academic preparation for first year entry and ensures that you meet the minimum English language requirement for entry to your chosen undergraduate degree programme. In some circumstances you may be able to enrol on the Foundation programme in order to change your specialist subject.

Newcastle University's architecture degree is ranked:

#8 in the UK (The Complete University Guide 2020)

Entry Requirements

Academic requirements:

You need to have completed high school (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with very good grades to study architecture in the UK.

English requirements:

Four term programme: IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 4.5 in all subskills) or an equivalent score

Three-term programme: IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.0 in all subskills) or a equivalent score

The Centre accepts Pearson PTE.

If you do not meet the minimum English language requirements you should apply for English for University Study.

Portfolio requirements:

You will be expected to provide a portfolio as part of the application. The portfolio should demonstrate core skills and illustrate your genuine interest in architecture.

It must include:

At least 12 annotated pieces of work (sketches, drawings, photographs of models, art work etc.) on A 3 sheets (see portfolio guidelines below), title and contents page and a personal statement (300 words).

Age:

You must be aged 17 and above.

All students commencing courses on a published September start date must be 17 years old by 31st December of that calendar year. For all other start dates, students must be 17 years old on the published start date of the course.

Dates & Fees

3-term programme:

September2019 intake: 23 Sept 2019 - 12 June 2020

January 2020 intake: 6 Jan 2020 - 4 Sept 2020

Tuition fees: GBP19,995

September 2020 intake: 21 Sept 2020 - 11 June 2021

January 2021 intake: 4 Jan 2021 - 3 Sept 2021

Tuition fees: To be confirmed

Progression

This course leads to the following undergraduate degrees at Newcastle University:

BA (Hons) Architecture

BA (Hons) Architecture and Urban Planning

BA (Hons) Urban Planning

Newcastle University architecture school

Degree in Architecture-and-Urban-Planning at Newcastle University UK

SCHOLARSHIP

At INTO Newcastle University, gifted students are entitled to apply for academic scholarships, helping them achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.

With a range of generous scholarships on offer for the highest-achieving students, you could be eligible to receive up to GBP20,000 towards your tuition fees.

International Foundation in Architecture

The International Foundation in Architecture is a design-led programme preparing for direct entry to Year 1 of a professionally accredited undergraduate degree in Architecture or Planning, Environment and Development at Queen's University Belfast.

Why apply for the International Foundation programme?

Guaranteed university placement for all successful students
Develop the knowledge and skills for your chosen degree through a specialist pathway.
Equip you with the skills you need for university.

Entry Requirements

Academic requirements:

Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades. All students must hold a GCSE grade 4/C Mathematics or equivalent.

English requirements:

IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 5.0 in writing and no less than 4.5 in all other subskills) or equivalent.

If you do not meet the minimum English language requirements you should apply for English for University Study.

Age:

You must be aged 16 and above.

All students commencing courses for the September start date must be 16 years old by 01 September of that calendar year.

Dates & Fees

3-term programme:

September 2019 intake: 16 Sept 2019 - 5 June 2020

January 2020 intake: 6 Jan 2020 - 21 Aug 2020

Tuition fees: GBP17,300

Queen's Belfast University's architecture degree is ranked:

#12 in the UK (The Complete University Guide 2020)

REGIONAL SCHOLARSHIP

If you're starting an International Foundation at INTO Queen's University Belfast, you could be eligible for a scholarship up to GBP3,000 to help towards your tuition fees.