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With more than 50 years’
experience behind us, we
know that international
students thrive when
they receive high-calibre
teaching and feel happy
and secure in their A rewarding and successful career
environment. Architecture involves more than an aptitude for drawing. Architects
are involved in each phase of the process of creating a new structure,
from the idea for the design to communicating the plans and
overseeing the construction process. Architectural practice also
increasingly encompasses environmental awareness and the need
for sustainability.
Providing high-calibre
teaching within a supportive
learning environment
With more than 50 years’ experience behind
us, we know that international students thrive
when they receive the best teaching and feel
happy and secure in their environment.
Architecture degree essentials Additional degree essentials: Based on the A Level syllabus and taught by Additional degree essentials:
Different universities have different A Level ⋅ IELTS 6.5 or higher A high command of A Level teachers, the Foundation Programme ⋅ I ELTS 6.5 The minimum requirement
requirements and many do not specify any English with an overall band score of 6.5 will suit you if you are seriously considering at many universities for Architecture
preferred subjects. However the usual subject or higher is required by many of the UK’s a career in architecture. This course offers a will normally be IELTS 6.5. in all components.
combination is Art, Maths, Physics and one top universities. high level of support and guidance alongside However, a number of top universities expect
other. If you choose not to study Art at A Level, ⋅ Interview and Personal Statement: expert teaching. an IELTS of 7.0 in all components.
you may find that you have difficulty in All universities will require you to provide ⋅ I nterview and Personal Statement:
Once you successfully complete the Foundation
Your journey to
developing your portfolio. It is worth noting a personal statement and attend an All universities will require you to provide a
Programme and meet the required standards
that there is high competition for the best interview. In both these situations you must personal statement and attend an interview.
universities, so choosing the right combination be able to demonstrate a genuine enthusiasm university success you can progress to an undergraduate degree
at one of over 80 UK or Irish universities.
In both these situations you must be able
of A Level subjects will improve your chances. for your chosen subject and give examples of to demonstrate a genuine passion for your
Deciding which universities to apply to is an
your personal development and related •Develop a deep and well-rounded chosen subject and give examples of your
The following A Levels are often important decision. We can advise you on
interests to support your application. knowledge of your subjects personal development and related interests
considered desirable or useful: your choices and help you select universities
Therefore it is vital that you develop a good to support your application. You will need to
⋅ Art and Design - highly desirable •Practice your university interview which best fit your academic ability and
command of English. It is also important that discuss your portfolio of work in a coherent
⋅ Mathematics – highly desirable technique in mock interviews career aspirations.
you fully engage in societies, clubs and the and analytical way. Many top universities are
⋅ Physics - useful For more information about
comprehensive enrichment activity Bellerbys • Learn how to write a clear and Typical foundation routes to study architecture: looking for highly motivated individuals with
⋅ Geography is also a RIBA recommendation our Foundation Programme,
offers to support your application. persuasive Personal Statement ⋅ Art & Design, where students are required a strong interest in design, an open mind
as environmental awareness becomes turn to page 8.
⋅ Your portfolio: Architecture is a hugely to average 60% - 80% across the programme for new ideas and the ability to discuss
increasingly significant. •Reach your academic potential and
popular degree option and the best ⋅ Art & Design with an extra Maths module, architecture and its global contexts,
achieve top results If you would like more
Its always best to check with the university universities can demand top grades, a Maths is a requirement by some universities including its environmental impact.
information on how we can
you are looking to apply to and make sure that minimum of grade A in all subjects. And •Receive help and advice during your ⋅E ngineering, where students will be required
A love for the creative arts and a desire to support you with improving
you don’t exclude yourself from places where many universities will require you to present studies and at each step of your to average 60% - 80% and have a portfolio of
challenge preconceptions about architecture your IELTS level, turn to
you would like to study. a portfolio demonstrating creative and university applications creative practical work.
is often essential. Therefore it is vital that page 11.
artistic ability, creative problem solving,
A further consideration is that if you don’t study •Study with like-minded students in a you develop a good command of English.
commitment to work and a genuine passion Architecture degree essentials
Maths at A Level, many universities will expect friendly and encouraging environment It is also important that you fully engage
you to have studied GCSE Maths and achieved
for your chosen pathway.
• Feel confident about embarking
Entry requirements for architecture related
degrees can vary by specialism and by
in societies, clubs and the comprehensive Deciding which universities
Grade C or above. Your teachers will provide you with personal
on university life university, but many universities will look
enrichment activity Bellerbys offers to to apply to is an important
It is worth noting that for many universities,
support regarding portfolio and interview
preparation.
for a good academic base, preferably indicating
support your application.
decision - we can help you
General Studies and Critical Thinking are a balance of skills in visual arts and sciences. select universities which best
To find out about our A Level
excluded as additional subjects.
programme, turn to page 6.
And many universities will expect you to have
a portfolio.
fit your academic ability and
career aspirations.
For information about our
English Language Preparation
Programme turn to page 11.
3-term programme
57%
A Level success: (Brighton only):
Three or Four A2 Levels or
Three A2 Levels and one AS
Level September to June with
university entry in September While at Bellerbys I studied art and
following final exams in June gained a deeper knowledge of my
of Bellerbys students achieved subjects. I really enjoyed the time when
A* - A, compared to just 26% Average I was trying different techniques to
12 students
across the whole of the UK class size create my artwork.
Successful Foundation
Programme progressions
In 2013 our Art and Design Foundation
Preparing you for university What will I study? Art and Design Foundation key facts
students progressed to study the following
Our Art and Design Foundation Programme During the programme you will study Age 16.5+
architectural degrees:
is designed to give you the solid preparation specialist modules that have been designed IELTS 4.5
you need to progress on to a number of to prepare you for degree courses in Centres Brighton and Oxford Architecture
architectural related degrees at one of architecture. The modules are based on University of Brighton
Start dates September and January
80+ destination universities. Throughout corresponding A Level subjects and will give University of East London
the programme we will encourage you to you a strong foundation for an undergraduate Academic Satisfactory completion of University of Greenwich
entry a secondary or high school
fulfil your academic potential and help you university degree. To underpin the specialist
requirements
University of Kent
education
prepare your university applications. modules and improve your study skills, Kingston University London
you will also study the programme’s core Programme 3 terms Northumbria University
The programme offers a great range of structure
modules in English Skills 1 and 2, Study Skills University of Portsmouth
activities to enrich your studies and help Average
in the British Environment and Computer University of Westminster
Bellerbys Foundation you have fun outside of the classroom.
Information Technology.
class size
12 students
76%
⋅ Top-class teaching from our A Level
and is a recognised Art Skills: Learn practical art skills and create Outstanding Foundation Success: Interior Architecture
teachers help you achieve impressive
art pieces to start a portfolio of work. University of Brighton
pathway to over results.
Oxford Brookes University
80 UK universities ⋅ Lectures from industry specialists and
academics as part of our enrichment
Design Skills: Study the fundamentals of
design, and use a variety of materials, media
University of Westminster
programme, will deepen your subject and processes to develop more substantial of our Foundation students graduated to Interior Architecture and Design
knowledge . projects. the top 50 UK universities in 2013 Arts University Bournemouth
⋅ Personalised support in developing University for the Creative Arts
Experimentation and Development:
your portfolio.
Create and manage the research, analysis Landscape Architecture
⋅ Help and advice on each stage of the
and exploration of an independent project University of Sheffield
UCAS application process including
relevant to undergraduate degree entry.
interview techniques and writing your Landscape Architecture & Design
personal statement Group and Independent Design: Produce Leeds Metropolitan University
⋅ Small classes for one-to-one time, work from project briefs both independently
personal attention and any additional and as collaborative teams, with the freedom
help you need from your tutors enables to interpret and develop individual works.
you to progress confidently.
Photography: Get a basic and continuing
⋅P astoral support from our approachable
understanding of both film and digital
staff means you are able to concentrate
photography as a foundation for the
on your studies.
further study of the subject.
⋅ A huge range of fun and rewarding social
and enrichment activities means you can Contextual Studies: Establish a general
develop personally while enjoying your process of visual, oral and written skills
time at Bellerbys. of research, analysis and presentation.
Studying at Bellerbys was an essential step
on my way to university and also an important
foundation for my future studies.
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