BSc (Hons) Architectural Engineering with Foundation Year

... United Kingdom
... University of Salford

Course Overview

Successful architectural design is the sweet spot within technology, science and creativity. As design boundaries are pushed even further, an Architectural Engineering degree can lead to an exciting career, shaping buildings both sustainable and spectacular.

This foundation year pathway is designed to help you build a strong foundation of knowledge in key design and built environment principles so you're ready to progress and succeed on the full BSc (Hons) Architectural Engineering degree. It is an excellent route if you want to study the full honours degree, but don't meet the direct entry requirements.

Sustainable development and changes to the UK building regulations are driving demand for more professionals with the skills and knowledge to help create the low carbon buildings of the future. During this course, you'll join a vibrant multidisciplinary community, learning alongside architects, architectural design technologists, building surveyors, construction managers and quantity surveyors, developing your professional skills to ensure that you are working to professional standards.

You will:

  • Develop competence in essential areas of built environment professional practice

  • Build technical, analytical and problem-solving skills, ready to progress on to the BSc (Hons) Architectural Engineering degree

  • Gain hands-on experience using built environment-focused IT equipment and software

  • Build your confidence by strengthening team working, communication and study skills

General Eligibility

GCSE

English Language and Mathematics at grade C/level 4 or above (or equivalent). You must fulfil our GCSE entry requirements as well as one of the requirements listed below.

UCAS tariff points

64 UCAS points

A-Level

64 UCAS points, typically two grade Cs

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

  • The IELTS score for international applicants is 6 (with no less than 5.5 in each component).

Programme Information
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Course Category

Architecture


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Campus Name

The Crescent, Salford


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Course Level

Undergraduate


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Duration

Full-Time, 4 years


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Available Intake

September


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IELTS Score

5.5


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Tuition Fees Range

9250,


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