London South Bank University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
Learn how to design buildings and structures that make the world a better place. On this highly creative course, learn how to draw, model, write, and, above all, define and solve problems that have genuine social purpose, and directly improve lives. Gain an understanding of the histories and theories of architecture, design, structures, construction and design for sustainability, and an introduction to the professional skills necessary for professional practice. Develop your individual voice and flair in an environment that actively encourages and supports you in learning about the many different approaches, with a number of studios to choose from after Year 1. You’ll graduate with the skills and knowledge needed for the first stage of professional practical experience in an office before progressing to RIBA part 2 postgraduate study.
Modules
Year 1 • Design 101 • Design 102 • Design 103 • Cultural context 1 • Technology 1 • Communication 1: drawing and digital media Year 2 • Design 201: experimental media • Design 202 • Design 203 • Cultural context 2 • Technology 2 • Communication 2: digital design Year 3 • Design 301 • Design 302 • Design 303: integrated design project • Cultural context 3 • Technology 3 • Professional practice Key subject areas • Design • Technology and environment • Cultural context • Communication • Professional practice
How to apply
31Jan
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:
- L75
- Campus name:
- LSBU Main Site - Southwark Campus
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
International applicants
English Language Requirements for International and EU Applicants: IELTS 6.0 (the minimum score required in each skill area is 5.5) or TOEFL IBT 80 ( the minimum score required in each skills areas are: Reading 18, Listening 17, Writing 17, Speaking 20) or Pearson Test of English Academic 52 (the minimum score required in each skill area is 51)
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 112 - 128 points
A level - BBC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM
Access to HE Diploma - D: 15 credits M: 30 credits P: 0 credits
Applicants must hold 5 GCSEs A-C including Maths and English or equivalent (reformed GCSEs grade 4 or above).
Additional entry requirements
Interview
Portfolio
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
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
Read fees and funding information at https://www.lsbu.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/fees-and-funding
Provider information
London South Bank University
103 Borough Road
Southwark
SE1 0AA