Preparing students for direct entry to Year 2 of a professionally-accredited undergraduate architecture degree at Newcastle University.
On campus and online study options
This program is available to study either on campus or online – giving students the flexibility to choose what’s best for them.
If your student starts online and is then able to travel to the UK, they’ll be able to transfer to an on-campus program in January or March/April 2022. They’ll need to meet any visa requirements and demonstrate good attendance and performance during their studies online.
If your student applies for an Online Extended program, they’ll be offered an Online Academic English plus Online or on-campus academic pathway study plan.
Typically held Monday to Friday between 08.00 - 19.00 excluding bank holidays. However, there may be instances where classes need to be held outside these times due to unforeseen circumstances.
Maximum class size for English language teaching 18
Certificate of Higher Education (FHEQ Level 4) from Newcastle University.
Take a look at our student progression results in International Year One in Architecture for 2018-19.
Passed: % of those who completed their pathway
Eligible: % eligible to progress to Newcastle University of those who passed
| Start Dates | January |
| Program length | 3 Terms |
17
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.
3 Terms: IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in writing) or equivalent.
January 2022 start
(3 Terms)
Mon 10 January 2022 - Fri 8 April 2022
Mon 25 April 2022 - Fri 10 June 2022
Mon 13 June 2022 - Fri 9 September 2022
£21,395
A total of 120 credits must be earnt to successfully complete the pathway programme.
Term 1 modules
Credit value
Architectural Communication
20 Credits
Architectural Design 1
20 Credits
Architectural Design 2
20 Credits
Architecture History and Theory
20 Credits
Architecture Technology
20 Credits
English for Academic Purposes
20 Credits
Degree subject
Final level %
English level %
Additional requirements
Architecture and Urban Planning-BA (Hons)
60%
65
No less than 50% in each module.
Architecture-BA (Hons)
60%
65
Architectural Design 1 and Architectural Design 2 (60% average) with no less than 50% in each module
| Start Dates | September January |
| Program length | 3 Terms |
17
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.
3 Terms: IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in writing) or equivalent.
September 2022 start
(3 Terms)
Mon 26 September 2022 - Fri 16 December 2022
Mon 9 January 2023 - Fri 31 March 2023
Mon 17 April 2023 - Fri 16 June 2023
January 2023 start
(3 Terms)
Mon 9 January 2023 - Fri 31 March 2023
Mon 17 April 2023 - Fri 9 June 2023
Mon 12 June 2023 - Fri 8 September 2023
Degree subject
Final level %
English level %
Additional requirements
Architecture and Urban Planning-BA (Hons)
60%
65
No less than 50% in each module.
Architecture-BA (Hons)
60%
65
Architectural Design 1 and Architectural Design 2 (60% average) with no less than 50% in each module