Foundation in Architecture & Design

Architecture and Design courses for Eco-aware students

Do you care about the planet?

Would you like to learn how to design and build sustainable projects that consider the environment, the community and future generations?

Do you like the thought of seeing your classroom ideas become reality in full 1:1 scale?

If so, then unlock the door to your future career with UPIC’s Foundation in Architecture and Design.

Note: This course is open to applications from UK, EU and International Students

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Sustainable Architecture Foundation Degree UK

Stage 1: Foundation	Stage 2: Your University of Plymouth Degree
Foundation in Architecture and Design	BA (Hons) Architecture
	BA (Hons) Architectural Engineering†
	BA (Hons) Interior Design
	BA (Hons) Product and Furniture Design
† Architectural Engineering modules are the same as Engineering modules.

Your Pathway

Stage 1: Foundation in Architecture and Design

Stage 2: Your University of Plymouth Degree Options

† Architectural Engineering modules are the same as Engineering modules.

Architecture Students Unveil 'Big Tent' Project

"As the academic year draws to an end, the current cohort of University of Plymouth students have had time to reflect and celebrate the completion of a full-scale sustainability project."

Sustainable Big Tent
Full-scale Architecture Project

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Location

Student Life in Plymouth

Fees for 2019/20

EU: £9,250

International: £12,750

Duration

Two semesters

Intakes

January and September

UPIC education advisers

Foundation Syllabus

Modules

Semester 1

Academic Writing

You will develop a range of transferable written skills and independent learning and research skills to prepare you for your undergraduate degree.
How will I be assessed? 100% coursework
Interactive Learning Skills and Communication

You will develop your academic communication skills and use of digital technology for higher education.
How will I be assessed? 60% coursework, 30% exam and 10% personal development planning.
Principles of ICT

Build on your knowledge of ICT in the context of design and architecture.How will I be assessed? 25% Presentation, 50% Coursework, 25% Exam.

Semester 2

Design Culture

You will look at the cultural, social and historical contexts of design, and gain an understanding of subject language and viewpoints.
How will I be assessed? 100% coursework
Practical Design Skills

You will build on your basic design skills by learning about proportion, scale and perspective. Topics include screen printing, observational drawing, planning design projects and balance, collage and colour.
How will I be assessed? 100% practical assessment

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