BA (Hons) Interior Architecture and Reuse with Integrated Foundation Year

The BA (Hons) Interior Architecture and Reuse with Integrated Foundation Year focuses around three themes:  

Sustainability

Encompassing regenerative design, consideration of the environmental, human and ecological impacts of materials and construction, and recognition of the need to design for a changing climate and in ways that mitigate harm and promote care.  

Social impact and community

Consciously challenging our projects in relation to the social impacts they carry and the positive change they can bring.

Building an understanding of our individual power and responsibility to be a force for good, while taking care of our own community of learners, educators and collaborators. 

Interdisciplinary practice

We believe the future of cities requires designers who have a breadth of understanding across scales and who can interweave a range of ideas and interests in collaboration and co-creation with other disciplines.

Our courses, students and educators share common ground across the spatial and built environment, finding richness in the cross-pollination between their own specialisms.  

During Years 1,2 and 3 you will specifically focus on:

• Exploration in new interior/architectural design and the re-making of existing spaces
• Parametric and computer-generated design
• Architectural and interior history, theory and context
• New developments in the reuse of existing buildings design
• New developments in interior architecture/design projects around the world
• Business enterprise for design and regulatory frameworks
• Latest techniques for designing structures and rapid prototyping.

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.

Students will build skills in communication and representation, construction and dual use environment.

Alongside this, they will begin to think about their own design and angles on problems of the built environment.

We encourage students to start thinking about their contextual studies research.

Modules may include*:

• Specialist Study 1: Structure
• Specialist Study 2: Introduction to Construction
• Specialist Study 3: Introduction to Environment and Services
• Architectural Theory and History
• Introduction to Professional and Business Practice.

*Subject to change.

Students will gain greater understanding of urban history and theory, urban design, and design for commercial and retail environments, as well as rehabilitation.

This will allow them to enhance their practice and develop their approach to their design work.

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

Modules may include*:

• Urban Intervention
• Market Factors: the New Commercial Paradigm
• Sustainable Design: Rehabilitation and Re-use
• Urbanism: History and Theory of the City.

*Subject to change.

Students will bring their learning together in a final negotiated major project, where they will investigate and make architectural design decisions.

Alongside this, they will carry out a negotiated project in the form of a live brief.

We ask students to show their contextual studies research and thinking in a long form dissertation.

Students will leave with a portfolio that shows their skills in areas in entry-level architecture.

Modules may include*:

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

*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. 

There are no interview or portfolio requirements for this course.

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.

This course opens the door to a wide range of career opportunities in both the creation of new built environments and the rejuvenation or repurposing of existing structures.

Interior architecture graduates often move into roles focused on rehabilitating and extending buildings, as well as shaping entirely new spaces. Students may find themselves working in fields such as:

• Architectural and urban consultancy
• Workplace design
• Housing research
• Retail planning
• 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.

Quick links:

• How to apply
• International Education Agents
• Visas and immigration
• Student visa CAS deposit refund
• International student FAQs

If you have any questions, we'd love to hear from you. 

Get in touch with a member of our admissions team:

T: +44 (0) 20 3040 3998

E: [email protected]

If you have specific queries about being an international student, contact [email protected]

For general information, call +44 (0) 20 3040 3500

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