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Access to Higher Education
INTO Newcastle University
Full Time
Jun 2027
1 Year
Prepare for direct entry to Year 1 of an undergraduate degree in Architecture at Newcastle University. Study a design-led course covering key aspects of architecture with an emphasis on space, materiality and aesthetic qualities. Expand your skilla and knowledge through hands-on projects and tasks, including two to three dimensions,sketching and drawing techniques and constructing models. Learn how to research, analyse and present your work effectively. Gain Practical experience in our specialist architecture studio and through field trips. Upon successful completion of this programme, you will be awarded our International Foundation Certificate.
An introduction to the historical background and cultural context of architecture, as well as key architectural theories and philosophies.
The module covers a range of topics covering economics theory and business theory. This will include: areas of microeconomics such as supply and demand, and the role of profit; areas of macroeconomics such as market forces; application of theory to understand, evaluate and explain challenges faced by international and national businesses.
This module will be completed in the first term of study. This module will reinforce your knowledge of language and strengthen your communicative skills. It's a way for you to build confidence in your use of language in a range of contexts. You'll learn to: speak with accuracy; interact with native speakers and understand native speaker pronunciation; understand the local community and the wider British culture; use a range of vocabulary in general and academic contexts.
This module will be completed in the first term of study. Through this module, you'll develop the skills needed for undertaking study in English. You'll focus on the four core language skills : Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking, and learn how these are applied in an academic context.
This module aims to develop a contextual and technological understanding of design processes, including such skills as: sketching, drawing and model making interpreting design briefs develop designs according to user requirements and regulations interpreting ergonomic, environmental and economic implications of design
Architectural Design 2 aims to build on knowledge and skills gained in Architectural Design 1, through a small-scale design project, including topics such as: basic principles of site analysis development of an architectural portfolio design responses to user needs and built context
Focus on mathematical concepts and principles through English. You will cover the following areas: statistics and probability algebra and symbolic representation graphing techniques equation handling
This module focuses on developing core study and research skills as preparation for an undergraduate or postgraduate degree. Yll learn how to: study as an independent learner: research independently on academic topics; understand and use data to enhance your learning and skills; critically evaluate academic work; combine different genres of academic text types; use appropriate reference tools.
This module will be completed in the first term of study. Linked closely with the other modules, teacher supported online learning offers you flexible, self-paced study outside the classroom, and encourages your independent study skills.
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