BA Architecture with Foundation
About this course
BA (Hons) Architecture with Foundation BA (Hons), an architecture degree centred on creative and technical approaches to the built environment. Core topics include Research Methods, Critical & Analytical Thinking, Ethics & Professional Practice, and Design & Creative Practice. The course includes a preliminary foundation year designed to prepare students for progression into the main undergraduate degree. The course begins with a foundation year featuring compulsory modules such as Critical Thinking in a Changing World, Introduction to Academic Practice, Major Project, Making Practices, Reading Spaces, and Recording Place, focusing on fundamental studio and fabrication skills. Year 1 introduces foundational concepts through A History of Architecture, Design Project, Introduction to Design and Skills, Introduction to Design Practice, and Introduction to Technical Studies. Year 2 advances spatial and technical understanding via Architectural History and Urbanism, Design Investigation, Design Project, Environment and Detailed Design, and Site Diary. Year 3 culminates in advanced study through Design and Technical Exploration, Dissertation, Major Design Project, Preparing for Practice, and Technical Design Study: Exploration and Application.
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Entry requirements
A levels – CCC (96 UCAS Tariff points). T levels – 96 UCAS Tariff points. International Baccalaureate – 96 UCAS Tariff points from all components of the Diploma Programme. International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme will be considered on a case-by-case basis. BTEC Extended Diploma – MMM. BTEC Diploma – DD. Access – 96 UCAS Tariff points from the Access course. In addition to one of the above, you should have: GCSE English Language grade 4/C - IB grade 4 Higher level, GCSE Maths grade 4/C - IB grade 2, SL & HL - IB MYP 3. If your first language is not English, you will need an IELTS of 6.0 overall, with 5.5 in each component. We also welcome applications from students who are taking a combination of qualifications listed above. For further information, please contact Course Enquiries.
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What students say
Based on about 93 final-year students who answered
- Teaching on my course: 97%
- Learning opportunities: 96%
- Assessment and feedback: 96%
- Academic support: 94%
- Organisation and management: 95%
- Learning resources: 98%
- Student voice: 93%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 175 students who started
- Continued on course: 82%
- Gained a higher qualification: 1%
- Left higher education: 14%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 3%
What graduates do next
Based on about 15 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 65%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 40%
- Architects, Chartered Architectural Technologists, Planning Officers, Surveyors and Construction Professionals: 15%
- Artistic, literary and media occupations: 10%
- Administrative occupations: 5%
- Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 95%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 80%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 80%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 90 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 8%
- London: 71%
- South East: 15%
- South West: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 140 students who started
- A levels: 88%
- Baccalaureate: 7%
- Foundation course: 3%
- A degree: 1%
- Other HE qualification: 1%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Prescribed by the Architects Registration Board (ARB) at Part 1 level for the purpose of registration in the UK.
- Validated by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) at Part 1 level for the purpose of eligibility for membership of the RIBA.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Critical Thinking in a Changing World
- Introduction to Academic Practice
- Major Project
- Making Practices
- Reading Spaces
- Recording Place
- A History of Architecture
- Design Project
- Introduction to Design and Skills
- Introduction to Design Practice
- Introduction to Technical Studies
- Architectural History and Urbanism
- Design Investigation
- Design Project
- Environment and Detailed Design
- Site Diary
- Design and Technical Exploration
- Dissertation
- Major Design Project
- Preparing for Practice
- Technical Design Study: Exploration and Application
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BA Architecture with Foundation at University of Westminster earn?
The median salary is £26,500 after 15 months, £24,500 after 3 years, £31,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £24,500 and £37,000. The £31,000 median after five years is £2,000 more than the UK median for Architecture.
What do graduates of BA Architecture with Foundation at University of Westminster do next?
80% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BA Architecture with Foundation at University of Westminster?
97% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BA Architecture with Foundation at University of Westminster?
The typical offer is CCC at A level. The average entrant had 128 UCAS points.
Is BA Architecture with Foundation at University of Westminster accredited?
Yes. Prescribed by the Architects Registration Board (ARB) at Part 1 level for the purpose of registration in the UK. Validated by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) at Part 1 level for the purpose of eligibility for membership of the RIBA.
Does BA Architecture with Foundation at University of Westminster include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BA Architecture with Foundation at University of Westminster?
82% of students continued into their second year, and 14% left higher education.