The Architecture with Foundation Year, BA Hons at the University of Greenwich is designed for students who want to build a robust academic foundation before progressing into the professional study of architecture. This four-year undergraduate degree provides you with the essential methods of critical thought, visual communication, and creative technical skills required to navigate the complexities of the built environment. You will explore contemporary theoretical practices, emerging social and environmental conditions, and the aesthetic principles that define modern design. By grounding your studies in both architectural history and current industry technologies, you will develop the analytical mindset necessary to succeed in a competitive creative field.
Studied full-time on campus over four years, the course structure transitions from a comprehensive foundation year into three years of in-depth architectural training. You will engage with hands-on projects, including architectural design, technology modules, and cultural context studies, while participating in site visits to galleries, studios, and significant landscapes. In your final year, you will complete an architecture dissertation, demonstrating your ability to resolve complex design propositions. Upon graduation, you will be prepared for a professional career in architecture or landscape architecture, equipped with the portfolio and technical expertise required by the Royal Institute of British Architects.