Architecture (with Foundation Year)

There's more than one way into a successful architecture career. If you don't meet the entry requirements for our BA (Hons) Architecture programme but you have the experience, maturity and determination to work in the sector, then this course is for you.

This foundation year isn’t a freestanding degree - but it’s the perfect preparation for one. Think of it as the first year in a four-year period of studying that will lead to the BA (Hons) Architecture degree at LSBU (upon successful completion of the foundation year).

Course Modules

Foundation Year

• Technology and Environment
• Communicating Ideas
• Numeracy and Laboratory Practice
• Data in Action: Modelling and Analysis
• Project Management
• Project-Based Learning
  Year 1
  • Design 101
  • Design 102
  • Cultural context 1
  • Technology 1
  • Communication 1: drawing and digital media
  Year 2
  In year 2 you will work on three architectural design projects throughout the year, each with specific themes and context for you to research and explore.
  • Design 201: experimental media
  • Design 202
  • Cultural context 2
  • Technology 2
  • Communication 2: digital design
  Year 3
  You will engage with more complex design studio projects, with more time to resolve detailed design solutions, linked to technology and structures.
  • Design 301
  • Design 302
  • Cultural context 3
  • Technology 3
  • Professional practice
  Key subject areas
  • Design
  • Technology and environment
  • Cultural context
  • Communication
  • Professional practice