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Course summary
This design-based degree is accredited by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) and provides exemption from the RIBA Part I examination. You will work on design projects that involve manual and computer-aided drawing and model making and we encourage you to develop your own design style.
How to apply
29Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- K100
- Institution code:
- N21
- Campus name:
- Main Site (Newcastle)
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - AAA
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDD
Access to HE Diploma - D: 30 credits M: 15 credits P: 0 credits
Scottish Higher - AAAAAA
Scottish Advanced Higher - AAA
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 36 points
Extended Project
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H1, H1, H1, H2, H2
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal - D3, D3, D3
T Level - D
Candidates may be required to submit a portfolio as part of the application process. Further guidance on what to submit and how will be given when the portfolio is requested. Foundation Diplomas and UAL Extended Diploma UAL Extended Diploma - Distinction overall. All candidates will be required to submit a portfolio for review as part of the selection process. A Foundation Diploma in Art and Design can be considered alongside A levels or other Level 3 qualifications. Candidates may be required to submit a portfolio for review as part of the selection process.
Additional entry requirements
Portfolio
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Our fees for 2025-26 are not yet confirmed.
Provider information
Newcastle University
King’s Gate
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE1 7RU
Course contact details
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0191 208 3333