Prepare for direct entry to Year 1 of an undergraduate degree in Architecture at Newcastle University.
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All students commencing courses for the September start date must be 16 years old by 1st September of that calendar year. For the June intake for the Extended course, students must be 16 before registering at the centre. For all other start dates, students must be 16 years old by 1st September of the preceding calendar year. Therefore students must have turned 17 before 1st September of the year they progress to university.Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades. - *Additional Information: You will be expected to provide a portfolio as part of the application. Your portfolio should demonstrate core skills and illustrate your genuine interest in architecture. The portfolio will be carefully assessed according to outlined criteria.Portfolios that do not comply with these guidelines will not be consideredsuitable for entry and applicants will be required to resubmit. Portfolios will be assessed at key times throughout the academic year.For full details of portfolio guidelines and assessmentdates visit: https://media.intostudy.com/image/upload/v1737390487/NCLArchitecturePortfolioGuidance-FDN2025.pdf
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If you have a higher English language level, you may qualify for our iCAS – integrated Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) – program. Combining your pathway and degree in a single study plan, you’ll only need one visa for the duration of your studies and can apply with alternative English language qualifications to IELTS.
Apply for one of our iCAS programs
Note: The information is subject to change and application decisions may vary based on individual circumstances.
Programme start date : 26 June 2025 - Programme end date: 19 June 2026
Tuition fee
£ 26,995.00
Enrolment fee (Compulsory)
£ 250.00
Textbooks (Compulsory)
£ 80.00 - 425.00
Studio or lab fee (compulsory - programme dependent)
£ 500.00
Approximate cost
£ 27,825.00 - 28,170.00
Prices shown here reflect the cost of tuition fees for this course for the 2025/26 academic year. Tuition fees for this course may increase in future academic years. See more information about tuition fees here.
All students who confirm their offer on or before 31 January 2026 will pay the 2025/2026 price as per their existing offer letter. After 31 January 2026, where tuition fees have increased, all current offers will be reissued and students will receive a new offer with the new 2026/2027 pricing. Please note that the fees listed are for Year 1 of study only.
Please note these prices don't include accommodation. Visit your centre’s accommodation page to know more about your housing options.
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