BSc (Hons) Architecture with International Foundation
Combining your preparation studies with BSc (Hons) Architecture in a single four-year study plan. After successful completion of the first year, you'll continue directly to Year 1 of your degree at Queen's University Belfast.
If you do not meet the minimum entry requirements for this program, you should apply for an International Foundation in Architecture.
Course features
Opportunity to apply for one visa for the full duration of your study plan.
During Year 1 of the study plan:
- develop the knowledge and skills for your chosen degree through a specialist pathway
- study academic modules that reflect the first year of your chosen degree
- adapt to studying in the UK thanks to modules designed to equip you with the skills you need for university
How do I qualify?
English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in all subskills) or equivalent. |
Age requirements: | 16 years and above All students commencing courses for the September start date must be 16 years old by 01 September of that calendar year, and therefore have turned 17 before 01 September of the year they progress to university. |
Academic requirements: | Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades. All students must hold a GCSE grade 4/C Mathematics or equivalent. |
Entry requirements additional information: | In addition to the UKVI IELTS, INTO is able to accept other English language qualifications. For more information on accepted qualifications, please see: www.intostudy.com/selt-alternatives Please note: if you do not meet the minimum entry requirements, you should apply for one of our International Foundation programs which also offer progression to BSc (Hons) Architecture and other related degrees. |
At INTO Queen's University Belfast, we are committed to helping ambitious international students like you achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer, you could be eligible to receive funding to help towards your tuition fees – regardless of your background or financial circumstance.
Scholarships up to the value of £3,000 are available during your time studying at INTO Queen's. There are further progression scholarships available upon successful completion of your course and entry to your degree program at Queen's University Belfast.
Dates and prices
Start date | End date | Course length | Fees (Year 1 of study plan) |
18 September 2023 | 4 June 2027 |
4 Years
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GBP £19,900 |
8 January 2024 | 4 June 2027 |
4 Years
View Term dates |
GBP £19,900 |
Class information (Year 1 of study plan)
Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 16 |
Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
What will I study?
During Year 1 of the study plan you complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subject.
How will I be assessed?
Entry to all undergraduate degrees at Queen's University Belfast is highly competitive and students hoping to study at undergraduate level must maintain high standards throughout their International Foundation program.
Assessment is both formal and informal, designed to help students build on their successes and meet requirements for entry to postgraduate study.
Assessment of English language and communication skills for Year 1 of your study plan will be based on:
- written assignments
- research journals
- lecture listening tasks
- oral presentations
- examinations in all four skills.
Assessment of academic modules will be based on:
- written assignments
- group project work
- art portfolio
- written examinations.

How do I qualify?
English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in all subskills) or equivalent. |
Age requirements: | 16 years and above All students commencing courses for the September start date must be 16 years old by 01 September of that calendar year, and therefore have turned 17 before 01 September of the year they progress to university. |
Academic requirements: | Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades. All students must hold a GCSE grade 4/C Mathematics or equivalent. |
Entry requirements additional information: | In addition to the UKVI IELTS, INTO is able to accept other English language qualifications. For more information on accepted qualifications, please see: www.intostudy.com/selt-alternatives Please note: if you do not meet the minimum entry requirements, you should apply for one of our International Foundation programs which also offer progression to BSc (Hons) Architecture and other related degrees. |
At INTO Queen's University Belfast, we are committed to helping ambitious international students like you achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer, you could be eligible to receive funding to help towards your tuition fees – regardless of your background or financial circumstance.
Scholarships up to the value of £3,000 are available during your time studying at INTO Queen's. There are further progression scholarships available upon successful completion of your course and entry to your degree program at Queen's University Belfast.
Dates and prices
Start date | End date | Course length | Fees (Year 1 of study plan) |
18 September 2023 | 4 June 2027 |
4 Years
View Term dates |
GBP £19,900 |
8 January 2024 | 4 June 2027 |
4 Years
View Term dates |
GBP £19,900 |
Class information (Year 1 of study plan)
Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 16 |
Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
What will I study?
During Year 1 of the study plan you complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subject.
How will I be assessed?
Entry to all undergraduate degrees at Queen's University Belfast is highly competitive and students hoping to study at undergraduate level must maintain high standards throughout their International Foundation program.
Assessment is both formal and informal, designed to help students build on their successes and meet requirements for entry to postgraduate study.
Assessment of English language and communication skills for Year 1 of your study plan will be based on:
- written assignments
- research journals
- lecture listening tasks
- oral presentations
- examinations in all four skills.
Assessment of academic modules will be based on:
- written assignments
- group project work
- art portfolio
- written examinations.
