BA (Hons) Architecture with Foundation

Programme Details

• Next Start Date: September 2026
• Future Start Date: January 2027
• Study Mode: Full-time
• Duration: 4 years with Foundation
• Tuition Fee: Ł24,500 per year, fixed for the duration of the course
• UCAS Code: A084

Overview

Architecture is the art and science of designing and constructing buildings, balancing creative vision with practical needs such as cost, functionality, and longevity. This programme not only focuses on physical structures but also on how architecture shapes our lives, addresses urgent societal challenges like climate change and urban inequality, and fosters inclusive design practices.

Students will develop a comprehensive understanding of built spaces and how to design for diverse human needs, acquiring skills through real projects and collaboration with local clients and communities, all while gaining entrepreneurial insights to turn ideas into impactful solutions.

Unique Features

• Prime Location: Situated within London's Royal Regent's Park, surrounded by design institutions and exhibitions.
• Interdisciplinary Study: Opportunities for collaboration across various creative disciplines in a vibrant studio environment.
• Flexible Learning: Customisation of modules to align educational pursuits with career aspirations.
• Future-focused Design: Emphasis on digital technology and sustainable design practices.

Programme Structure

Students will experience a dynamic studio culture that encourages experimentation and interdisciplinary collaboration while working closely with peers from related design courses. The curriculum is designed to engage students with hands-on practice from day one, including:

• Workshops, design studios, CAD Lab, and photography studios
• Access to professional equipment including plotters, 3D printers, and laser cutters
• Subscription access to software such as Autodesk and Adobe Creative Cloud

Foundation Year

The Foundation year equips students with a solid grounding in academic skills and principles alongside an introduction to architecture. Students will partake in both subject-specific and shared modules covering critical skills like communication, critical thinking, and creativity, culminating in a direct progression to Year 1 of their chosen degree course upon successful completion.

Year 1 Core Modules

• Material Investigation: Environmental and Technical Principles
• Design Studio 1: Architectural Foundations
• Architectural Narratives: Design Decisions and Processes
• Design: Spatial Investigations
• Reading Spaces
• Learning Perspectives

Year 1 Industry & Entrepreneurship Modules

• Exploring Industry and Entrepreneurship

Year 2 Core Modules

• Design Studio 2: Adaptive Reuse
• Architectural Context: Positioning Design
• Design Studio 3: Urban Habitats

Year 2 Elective Modules

Select one module from the following options:

• Creating a Brand Identity
• Digital Design with Adobe Creative Suite
• Emerging Technologies: from Web3 to the Metaverse
• Future Cities Now
• Literary London
• Creativity and Imagination
• Photography Workshop
• Understanding Human Rights
• Behind the Lens: Introduction to Media Production
• Psychology of Emotions
• Languages (various options)
• Design: More Than Human

Year 2 Industry & Entrepreneurship Modules

Select one module from the following options:

• Entrepreneurial Challenge
• Industry Challenge
• Placement

Year 3 Core Modules

• Design Studio 4: Research, Agency and Architectural Position
• Material Integration: Environmental Technology and Tectonics
• Design Studio 5: Resolution and Impact
• Architecture: Professional Practice and Ethics
• Architectural Research: Thinking Discourses and Practices

Year 3 Elective Modules

Select one module from the following options:

• Material Cultures and Sustainability
• Creative and Professional Writing Masterclass
• Creative Futures
• Introduction to Environmental Law
• Understanding Artificial Intelligence
• Professional Project Management
• How to Create a Social Enterprise
• The Art of Data Storytelling
• Understanding the Politics of Migration
• Podcasting Masterclass
• Languages (various options)
• Designing Inclusive Built Environments

Career Prospects

Graduates will be prepared for an array of career paths, including:

• Architecture
• Landscape Architecture
• Interior Architecture
• Urban Design
• Design Consulting
• Community Development
• Architectural Heritage

Admission Requirements

• Foundation Entry: Minimum qualifications include 5 GCSEs at grade A-C or equivalent.
• Year 1 Entry: Minimum qualifications include three GCE A-levels at grade A-C or equivalent.

English Language Requirements

Minimum proficiency through one of the following:

• GCSE: English Language at grade C (4)
• IELTS: Academic score of 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in each component)

Assessment Methods

Students will be assessed through:

• Essays
• 3D models
• Sketchbooks
• Live projects
• Reports
• Presentations
• Portfolios

Conclusion

This architecture programme at Regent's University London is designed to foster the next generation of architectural thinkers, equipping students with the skills necessary to create meaningful spaces that respond to the evolving challenges of society, while encouraging innovative and sustainable design practices.

Regent’s University London offers a career-focused education from a secure, central London campus within one of the city’s historic Royal Parks.

With small class sizes and powerful industry partnerships, students benefit from personalised teaching that’s deeply connected to real world practice. An 80% international community creates an inclusive, supportive environment where everyone is encouraged to grow, collaborate and shape a future with purpose.

Across undergraduate, postgraduate, English language, summer and study-abroad courses, Regent’s champions an experience that is global in outlook, entrepreneurial in mindset and inspired by its extraordinary surroundings.

Put simply, Regent’s is about cultivating possibility.

FACT SHEET

Location: Regent’s Park, central London, United Kingdom

Campus: 11-acre private grounds with 24/7 security, within a historic

Royal Park

Student body: 2,500 from 130+ different countries

International student population: Around 85%

Tuition fees: From £24,500 per year

Scholarships: Multiple available, offering up to £10,000

off tuition fees

Accommodation: On-site halls of residence available

Applications: Accepted year-round

Admission: Available start dates in September, January

and April (course-dependent)

Key features:

• Premium industry connections – network with top professionals from global brands 
• The convenience of a central London campus, tucked away in a quiet Royal Park
• An intimate, heavily international community comprising 130+ nationalities
• One-to-one academic attention, with an open-door policy and personalised support
• An innovative curriculum combining subject, elective and industry modules

SCHOOLS / DEPARTMENT STRUCTURE

Regent’s is structured into five academic schools, housing a range of subject areas. While each are separated by name, they all work together as interdisciplinary teams – broadening your perspectives and preparing you to thrive in blended professional environments.

School of Arts and Culture

School of Business

School of Law

School of Psychotherapy and Psychology

Regent’s School of English

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

General entry requirements

Each application is reviewed comprehensively on individual merit, taking your personal skills, attributes and experience into consideration. Some courses also require an audition, interview or portfolio submission. You’ll be told early on if that’s the case, and can also find this information on course pages.

Click to view the general entry requirements on the University’s website.

English language requirements

As courses are taught in English, non-native speakers will need to demonstrate their proficiency in the language before they start. Accepted English qualifications are listed on the University’s website.

Regent’s offers a free English proficiency test to all conditional offer holders who would like to use it as proof of their language level for admissions purposes. This is offered via Password Skills Plus.

Regent’s School of English offers pre-sessional English courses for students who need to language tuition before their degree. These courses are also a great way to get a taste for life at Regent’s.

STUDENT LIFE

Campus environment

Regent’s is proud to be a friendly, tight-knit and international community. Its small size means you’ll grow familiar with faces around campus, build lasting friendships with students from all over the world and feel a true sense of belonging. It’s a place where you can express yourself while feeling safe and valued and make connections that’ll last a lifetime.

Based in the heart of Regent’s Park in central London, its private campus offers an inspiring blend of natural beauty, cultural diversity and a true home-away-from-home environment – just steps away from Marylebone’s boutique shops, cafés and restaurants. Campus is gated, monitored around the clock by Regent’s security team, and can only be accessed with an ID card.

Sports and societies

Regent’s has plenty of opportunities to get active, with an on-site fitness studio and tennis court, sports clubs for competitive and casual players, neighbouring padel courts, and the fields of Regent’s Park just steps away. They have competitive basketball, football and volleyball teams, and offer private sessions for tennis and polo.

You can also join or create a society to meet likeminded people as you explore new interests or nurture old passions.

ACCOMMODATION

Regent’s is one of the few London universities to offer accommodation on site. Overlooking Regent’s Park, its historic halls of residence offers a mix of single and twin rooms across four floors and places you right at the centre of campus. You’ll be just a short walk from classes, campus facilities and on-site dining options, as well as Marylebone’s boutique shops, cafés and restaurants.

Click to see accommodation options.

CAREERS / EMPLOYABILITY

Throughout your time at Regent’s, you’ll have access to tailored career coaching, alumni mentoring and skills development sessions, learning to build a stand-out CV and impress at interviews. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to travel, study overseas, join placements and learn from industry – building your skills, confidence and professional network.

Graduates are welcome back to campus any time and benefit from mentoring opportunities, a curated calendar of events, discounts on further study and career guidance for life.

FUNDING & SCHOLARSHIPS

Tuition fees at Regent’s University London start from £24,500 per year for undergraduate courses. To help make a Regent's education more accessible, they offer a variety of scholarships, loans and awards providing up to £8,000 off fees – click to see details on the University’s website.

STUDENT SUPPORT

On day one, you’ll be allocated a Student Experience Officer and an Academic Advisor who will support you throughout your studies and offer tailored advice on everything from timetabling and assessments to managing your finances and caring for your wellbeing. No matter what your concerns are, they’re here to listen and recommend practical solutions.

Regent’s ASK team are available Monday to Friday to offer support via live chat. Their partnership with Spectrum Life also means you can access immediate health and wellbeing support in your own language, 24/7.