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The foundation year serves as a comprehensive introduction to our architecture, interior architecture, and product design degree programs. This course provides a creative and inclusive studio setting where you can build confidence, hone design abilities, and develop a portfolio for degree-level studies.
You'll discover essential design concepts and versatile skills in architecture and design. Through innovative projects and technical workshops, you'll engage with the design process while strengthening abilities in drawing, fabrication, digital tools, presentation techniques, communication, and analytical thinking. These foundational competencies will culminate in a final design project tailored to your selected discipline.
Benefit from practical academic guidance and technical assistance while working in outstanding facilities. Upon completion, you'll be fully prepared to excel in whichever design degree path you pursue.
While all foundation students learn together during their first year, you'll select one of the three degree options when submitting your UCAS application.
Full-time program duration: 4 or 5 years – comprising one foundation year plus a three- or four-year honors degree