Program Overview

International Year One in Architecture

About the Program

Prepare for entry into the second year of a professionally accredited undergraduate Architecture degree at Newcastle University.

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.
• Develop your creativity and design skills and learn through the open studio culture in our dedicated INTO architecture studio.
• 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 Year One in Architecture

Newcastle University International Study Centre

2024//26

4 Terms

Entry Requirements

• Age Requirement: 17
• All students commencing courses on a published September start date must be 17 years old by 31 December of that calendar year. For all other start dates, students must be 17 years old on the published start date of the programme.
• Academic Requirements: Satisfactory completion of A-levels, a recognised Foundation programme, first year of an overseas university degree programme with good grades, or equivalent. You will be required to provide a portfolio as part of the application. This should document your experiences and the expertise you have gained in previous studies. It should demonstrate a range of core skills and a basic understanding of architecture.
• English Language Requirements: IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.0 in writing) or equivalent.
• Class size: 20
• iCAS: If you have a higher English language level, you may qualify for our iCAS – integrated Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) – program. Combining your pathway and degree in a single study plan, you’ll only need one visa for the duration of your studies and can apply with alternative English language qualifications to IELTS.

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: £ 27,995.00
• 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: £ 30,739.00 - 41,495.00

Modules

Core modules

• Architecture History and Theory: 20 Credit Units
• English for Academic Purposes (International Year One): 20 Credit Units
• Architecture Technology: 20 Credit Units
• Architectural Design 2: 20 Credit Units
• Architectural Communication: 20 Credit Units
• Academic English (Term 1)
• Architectural Design 1: 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
  • Additional Requirements
• Architecture-BA (Hons)
  • Final level %: 60%
  • English level %: 65
  • Additional Requirements