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University Foundation in Architecture (two-Semester), leading to Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Architecture
Navitas Group - Birmingham City University International College (BCUIC), UK
GBP 19500
Annual Tuition Fee
Free
Application Fee
42 months
Duration
5.5
IELTS
72
TOEFL
50%
Min GPA
Program Overview
University Foundation in Architecture Stage1 at Birmingham City University International College (BCUIC) is designed to prepare you for entry to university-level program. During Stage 1 you will complete a range of modules relevant to your chosen degree, as well as modules concentrating on the skills that are vital for University level education such as Critical Thinking.
A Foundation pathway is available for students who:
- Don’t meet the entry requirements to enter university level study directly (but hold GCSE level qualifications)
- Feel that additional support at the start of university studies will help them stand a better chance of success
- Have been away from studies for a period of time
- Come from a different academic environment to that of the UK
- Require additional English language training
If you fall into any of the above categories, choosing an undergraduate pathway at Birmingham City University International College(BCUIC) is the right decision. Depending on your academic needs here at Birmingham City University International College(BCUIC).
Progressing from Foundation
Stage 1 will be the first stage in the 4 stage process. Meaning that on successful completion of stage 1 you will seamlessly progress to stage 2, which is the first year of a bachelor’s degree. There is no need to reapply, you will simply just progress between each stage until you reach the final stage and graduate with a degree from (BCUIC).
BA (Hons) Architecture
Study in state-of-the-art studios, learn from experienced, research-active experts and make connections with over 100 industry partners with our BA (Hons) Architecture course.
Validated by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) and prescribed by Architects Registration Board (ARB) to give full exemption from the ARB / RIBA Part 1 examination, you will be based at our innovative Birmingham School of Architecture and Design, where you start your journey towards becoming a registered architect. We’ve helped over 80 per cent of our graduates gain jobs in professional practice.
Birmingham School of Architecture and Design offers fully accredited programmes at RIBA Parts 1, 2 and 3, enabling you to fully qualify as a registered architect within one school.
What's covered in the course?
- With the diverse architecture of Birmingham as your initial inspiration, you'll focus on urban environment and look at neighbourhoods, cities, and regional and global networks.
- Industry connections in your second and third years help you foster direct links and contacts within practice, helping you to find work experience. We also work closely with RIBA West Midlands, the Midlands Architecture Centre (MADE), and Birmingham City Council. From the first year onwards, you will begin to construct your own online webpage of work and projects, which can then be transformed into an online portfolio and/or CV.
- Our recent RIBA Validation Board visit commended our links with professional practice and the supportive learning community we offer. We were also commended for our flexible approach to learning, with strong support for part-time students.
- We're a boutique school, accepting only 65 students each year, creating an intimate learning environment and meaning you’ll get fantastic individual support.
- You'll have the chance to be part of Co.LAB, a collaborative architecture and design initiative within the School working on live projects. This engagement with one-to-one scale interventions and real-world practice helps you in your learning journey to become a more rounded and responsive designer.
- The course goes beyond lectures and gives you great opportunities. Students from all years are offered places to attend events such as national building information modelling (BIM) events, which provide a forum for you to engage directly with practitioners and industry specialists, as well as informing you of changes in current practice.
- You'll also benefit from the insight of guest speakers such as Professor CJ Lim and renowned American landscape architect Martha Schwartz, together with other practising architects from firms such as Foster and Partners, Make, Associated Architects, Invisible Studio, Mole Architects, Ash Sakula and various others. Film work also plays an important part in the perception of the city, and you’re encouraged to use this medium along with a wide variety of other creative outputs drawing upon our fantastic workshop facilities.
- In your final year, you'll showcase your work at the Graduate Show, an event attended by practitioners where previous students have been headhunted by leading practices including Grimshaws, Hopkins Architects, Hawkins Brown and Glenn Howells Architects.
- You will study in our state-of-the-art Parkside Building, which has been praised for its investment and facilities by RIBA. While based in Parkside, you will get sharpen your CAD and digital visual communication skills, prototyping and digital production, while also having access to a range of specialist software.
Additional Information
Program Level Undergraduate Pathway
College/University Processing Time 7 Days
Program Format Full-Time
Post-Study Work Visa (PSWV)
General Admission Requirement
Academic Requirement
- Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have Standard X Secondary School Certificate.
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IELTS
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TOEFL
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Min GPA
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Navitas Group - Birmingham City University International College (BCUIC)
Intake Jan 2025
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Free
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Duration
Test Score
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IELTS
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Min GPA
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![UK](https://www.canamgroup.com/assets/images/uk-flag.png)
Navitas Group - Birmingham City University International College (BCUIC)
Intake Jan 2025
Sep 2024
Free
Application Fee
42m
Duration
Test Score
5.5
IELTS
72
TOEFL
50
Min GPA
![Navitas Group - Birmingham City University International College (BCUIC)](https://www.canamgroup.com/assets/universitylogos/1721392653-Navitas-Group-Birmingham-City-University-International-College-(BCUIC).png)
![UK](https://www.canamgroup.com/assets/images/uk-flag.png)
Navitas Group - Birmingham City University International College (BCUIC)
Intake Jan 2025
Sep 2024
Free
Application Fee
42m
Duration
Test Score
5.5
IELTS
72
TOEFL
50
Min GPA
Tuition Fee
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Average Tuition Fee Per Year
19500
Tuition Fee
(GBP)
Free
Application Fee
(GBP)
12000 Per year
Average Cost of Living
(GBP)
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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