BA (Hons) Architecture with Integrated Foundation Year

You will concentrate on the principles of good practice within studio, context in architecture and design and skills. This will be underpinned by relevant study skill support necessary to provide confident application of ideas and outcomes.

You will broaden your subject knowledge and put into practice the skills leant within a substantial design project.

You will also build awareness of other disciplines across Ravensbourne as well as develop a personally directed portfolio of images. This portfolio will address the courses’ aims and provide you with the necessary work to continue on to undergraduate study.

The second year of the course, introduces the student to the different aspects of built environment study, the design process and the underpinning skills and theory.

Modules may include*:

• Specialist Study 1: Structure
• Specialist Study 1: Introduction to Construction
• Specialist Study 3: Introduction to Environment and Services
• Architectural Theory and History
• Introduction to Professional and Business Practice.

*Subject to change.

In the third year of this degree in architecture, you will gain a greater understanding of urban design, branded environments, rehabilitation projects and the history of the city. This will allow you to enhance your practice and develop your approach to design work.

We set briefs that will encourage you to collaborate with other students and create work as part of a design team.

Modules may include*:

• Urban Intervention
• Urbanism: History and Theory of the City
• Branded Environments: the new commercial paradigm
• Sustainable Design: Refurbishment & Re-use.

*Subject to change.

You will bring your learning together in a final negotiated major project, where you will investigate and make architectural design decisions. You will also carry out a negotiated project which takes the form of a live brief.

Furthermore, we ask students to show their contextual studies research and thinking in a long-form dissertation. You will leave with a portfolio that showcases your enhanced skillset in the various strands of entry-level architecture.

Modules may include*:

• Negotiated Brief
• Major Project
• Preparing for Professional Practice
• Dissertation.

*Subject to change.

At Ravensbourne we accept a wide range of qualifications for entry onto our courses, whilst also considering the context in which they were achieved. For this course, we would usually require a GCSE Grade 4 or above in English in addition to any of the below;

• Two A Levels at grade CC or above
• BTEC Extended Diploma at grade MPP
• UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma
• T Level (pass or above)
• Access to Higher Education Diploma
• International Baccalaureate at grade 24 or above
• Other/Mixed qualifications equivalent to 64 UCAS Tariff points

At Ravensbourne we take a flexible approach to admissions, as we want you to know exactly what you need to achieve in your exams to guarantee a place on the course. We still think exams are important and look forward to hearing about your successes, but we place just as much importance on the work you will share with us as part of our interview and/or portfolio process.

UK students

Simply select your chosen start date using the 'Apply now' dropdown at the top of this page, and you will be directed to the appropriate course page on the UCAS website. The UCAS code for this course is located in the course overview bar at the top of this page. 

The UCAS website will guide you through the simple application process. You can also apply through your school or college using the UCAS system.

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The entry requirements for this course can be found in the relevant section above.

International students

International students can apply directly via our Online Applicant Portal. Please see bespoke advice for international students in the dedicated section below.

At Ravensbourne University London, industry connection is ingrained into everything we do. We will equip you for success in the creative and digital industries, ensuring you are truly industry ready upon graduation. Our tutors are respected academics and practitioners with substantial experience and industry links.

You will be part of a diverse community of creatives, working collaboratively to explore new professional practices. Ravensbourne has strong industry links with a range of high-profile companies, including: Apple, Barclays, the BBC, European Space Agency, Marks & Spencer, Museum of London, the Royal Shakespeare Company, Samsung and many more.

Through the BA (Hons) Architecture course, students will be provided with multi-disciplinary knowledge and vital transferable skills across the following strands of architecture:

• Urban Design
• Housing and Office Design
• Planning
• Building Conservation
• Architectural Heritage
• Community Development 

Find out more about our tuition fees and whether you qualify for financial support during your studies. 

Key links:

• Undergraduate fees and funding
• Paying your fees
• Scholarships, bursaries and other discounts

For information on study routes, visa requirements, studying in England, language and entry requirements, application requirements and access to international agents, please visit our international section.

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