Architecture, Art & Design
January 3, 2023 2023-01-17 10:53Architecture, Art & Design
Course Overview
The University Foundation Programme Istanbul (UFP) Architecture, Art & Design Foundation Pathway is an intensive one year foundation course, which will prepare you for a wide range of Architecture, Art and Design bachelor degrees.
The UFP Architecture, Art & Design Foundation Course enables you to build a strong portfolio. This is essential for your application to architecture, art and design degree courses at leading UK universities. Our foundation programme gives you experience in a wide range of art and design disciplines. This helps you identify your skills and interests so that you can make a well-informed decision about which subject to study at university.
The course enables you to acquire the skills, understanding, independence and confidence necessary to make a smooth and successful transition to university studies.
Art and design education in the UK is unique and internationally respected because of its focus on creativity, experimentation and originality. Our foundation course will support you in developing these qualities in your own work.
The foundation course is divided into 3 stages offering a gradual transition from tutor-directed learning to independent student projects. This encourages students to develop the confidence necessary for successful university study.
Term One: Learning Skills & Context
During Term One, students choose four areas from the following and are introduced to the fundamental skills, processes and ideas of these disciplines:
- Spatial Design (including Architecture, Interior Design and Product Design)
- Fashion Design
- Fine Art
- Graphic Design
- Photography
Term One enables students to recognise where their strengths lie and to decide which subject they want to study at university.
Term Two: Specialist Pathway & Progression
Students choose a major and a minor module reflecting their chosen pathway and complete their portfolio.
Term Three: Independent Project
Students propose and undertake a single project reflecting their personal interests, skills, and chosen university subject. This project provides students with an opportunity to develop the level of independence required for successful university level studies.
One of the unique aspects of the University Foundation Programme (UFP) Architecture, Art & Design Foundation Course is the very high level of individual support and advice that students receive. We have a proven track record of placing our students in top-ranking universities including:
- AA: Architectural Association School of Architecture
- University of the Arts London: Central Saint Martins
- University of the Arts London: Chelsea College of Arts
- University of the Arts London: London College of Communication
- University of the Arts London: Camberwell College of Arts
- University of the Arts London: London College of Fashion
- University of the Arts London: Wimbledon College of Arts
- Goldsmiths, University of London
- University of Westminster
- Kingston University London
- University of Sheffield
- University of Nottingham
- University of Manchester
- University of Liverpool
Over 50% of our Architecture, Art & Design students achieve offers from University of the Arts London (UAL) and Architectural Association School of Architecture (AA) which are some of the leading art & design universities in the UK.
Our foundation course offers progression to almost all Architecture and Art & Design university degree courses including:
- Animation
- Architecture
- Design
- Technology
- Interior
Architecture - Fashion Design
- Fashion Photography
- Interior Design
- Product Design
- Garden Design
- Graphic Design
- History of Art
- Fine Art
- Furniture Design
- Photography
- Illustration
- Interactive Media
- Interior Design
- Jewellry Design
- Film and Theatre Set Design
- Filmmaking
- Fashion Styling
- Model Making
- Multimedia Design
- Games Design
- Landscape Architecture
- Painting
- Photojournalism
- Printmaking
- Product Design
- Sculpture
- Special Effects
Select your country from the list:
| Qualifications Accepted | Grades Required | IELTS Needed |
|---|---|---|
International School qualifications – important information A levels No entry available.
AS levels Successful completion of 3 AS levels only – BBB. Please note: For students who have not gone on to study the full A levels. We cannot consider: Critical Thinking/English General Paper/General Studies/Global Perspectives & Research.
American High School Diploma Successfully complete the high school diploma with a cumulative GPA of 3.2 on a 4.0 scale.
Dual Diploma Students – National High School Diploma PLUS partial or full completion of International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma, SAT or APs or A levels Students will be assessed on the basis of their National High School Diploma only. Students will need to demonstrate previous study of required subjects for certain Foundation courses. See below for details by country.
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma No entry available.
International Baccalaureate Certificates 555 in three International Baccalaureate Certificates (taken at standard or higher level)
International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP) A grade of ‘Pass’ in the CP core, and two IB Diploma Programme Certificates (taken at standard or higher level) at 5
IELTS Academic 5.5 overall with no skill below 5.5
Pearson Test of English (Academic) 59 overall with a minimum of 54 in each communicative skill
TOEFL iBT (Including Home Edition) 80 overall with a minimum of 20 in each skills
Teaching & Facilities
The Architecture, Art & Design foundation course is taught by artists and designers with a wide range of expertise. Over the course of the year, students build a strong portfolio from the course syllabus, which encourages creative thinking and independent learning.
Our facilities include a large suite of Apple iMac computers, professional color printers, a photography studio including photographic lighting and backdrops, and a dedicated fashion, art and design studio equipped with all the necessary tools and materials to create a wide range of 2D and 3D work.
Key Information
UFP 2023 Fall Intake
Study mode:
Full-time
Duration:
9 months
Start date:
25 September 2023
Deadline:
25 August 2023
Tuition Fee:
£23,650
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