Program Overview

International Foundation in Architecture

Key Information

• Prepare to study an undergraduate degree at Newcastle University – ranked in the world top 100 for Architecture (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025).
• Option to progress to BA (Hons) Architecture which is accredited by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) and provides exemption from the RIBA Part I examination.
• Gain practical experience in our specialist Architecture Studio and through field trips to historic UK cities such as Manchester, Edinburgh and Glasgow.
• Learn at a state-of-the-art study hub at the heart of Newcastle University's campus, with tailored 24/7 support.
• Develop key career skills, gain real-world experience and enhance your employability while you study.

Course Details

International Foundation in Architecture

Newcastle University International Study Centre

2024//26

4 Terms

Entry Requirements

• Age Requirement: 16
• Academic Requirements: Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades.
• Additional Information: You will be expected to provide a portfolio as part of the application. Your portfolio should demonstrate core skills and illustrate your genuine interest in architecture.
• English Language Requirements: IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 4.5 in all subskills) or equivalent. Some exclusions exist.

Important Dates

2025 Summer Start (June)

• Course start date: 26 June 2025
• Course end date: 19 June 2026
• Term 1 summer: 26 June 2025 – 5 September 2025
• Term 2 fall: 22 September 2025 – 12 December 2025
• Term 3 spring: 5 January 2026 – 27 March 2026
• Term 4 summer: 13 April 2026 – 19 June 2026

Fees and Pricing

Estimated cost of attendance

• Tuition fee: £ 26,995.00
• Accommodation: £ 1,914.00 - 12,325.00
• Enrolment fee (Compulsory): £ 250.00
• Textbooks (Compulsory): £ 80.00 - 425.00
• Studio or lab fee (compulsory - programme dependent): £ 500.00
• Approximate cost: £ 29,739.00 - 40,495.00

Modules

Core modules

• Architecture 1: 20 Credit Units
• Academic English (Term 1): 40 Credit Units
• Study Skills (for Foundation): 20 Credit Units
• Introduction to the Study of Humanities and Social Sciences: 20 Credit Units
• Architecture 2: 20 Credit Units

Progression

• After successfully completing your pathway programme and achieving the specified academic and English language requirements, you can enter your degree.
• Explore the available degrees and their entry requirements below.

Architecture and Urban Planning-BA (Hons)

• Final level %: 60%
• English level %: 65

Urban Planning-BA (Hons)

• Final level %: 60%
• English level %: 65

Architecture-BA (Hons)

• Final level %: 60%
• English level %: 65

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