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    Architectural Engineering with Foundation Year

    University of Salford

    University of Salford

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    United Kingdom, Salford

    University RankQS Ranking
    945

    Key Facts

    Program Level

    Bachelor

    Study Type

    Full Time

    Delivery

    On Campus

    Course Code

    Course ID K134

    Campuses

    Main Site

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026
    Apply to this program

    Go to the official application for the university

    Duration 4 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 14,940  / years
    Next Intake September-2026

    Architectural Engineering with Foundation Year

    About

    Introduction

    In a nutshell

    Successful architectural design is the sweet spot within technology, science and creativity. As design boundaries are pushed even further, an Architectural Engineering degree can lead to an exciting career, shaping buildings both sustainable and spectacular.

    This foundation year pathway is designed to help you build a strong foundation of knowledge in key design and built environment principles so you're ready to progress and succeed on the full BSc (Hons) Architectural Engineering degree. It is an excellent route if you want to study the full honours degree, but don't meet the direct entry requirements. The full honours degree is accredited by the Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE), so you'll be educated to the highest industry standards.

    Sustainable development and changes to the UK building regulations are driving demand for more professionals with the skills and knowledge to help create the low carbon buildings of the future. During this course, you'll join a vibrant multidisciplinary community, learning alongside architects, architectural design technologists, building surveyors, construction managers and quantity surveyors, developing your professional skills to ensure that you are working to professional standards.

    Start your study journey

    Register for our next Open Day to learn more about studying Architectural Engineering with Foundation Year, explore our facilities and meet the course team

    You will:

    • Develop competence in essential areas of built environment professional practice
    • Build technical, analytical and problem-solving skills, ready to progress on to the BSc (Hons) Architectural Engineering degree
    • Gain hands-on experience using built environment-focused IT equipment and software
    • Build your confidence by strengthening team working, communication and study skills

    Course accreditations

    Build collaborative teamworking skills
    Bring your design ideas to life
    Develop your technical skills with our studio-based modules
    Work collaboratively on architecture models in our dynamic studios

    This is for you if...

    1.

    You’re passionate about buildings and architecture and want to develop and shape the built environment

    2.

    You want to study architectural engineering but don't meet the honours degree entry requirements

    3.

    You're returning to education or seeking to develop your career in a new direction

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Requirements

    What you need to know

    Applicant profile

    In addition to our academic entry requirements, we also look for certain characteristics in each applicant. Having these characteristics will not only help you to fulfil your academic potential, but they are also essential if you want a successful built environment career.

    International applicants

    This course isn’t suitable for international students. If you are an international student and interested in studying a foundation year, please visit our International Foundation Year course page.

    English language requirements

    All of our courses are taught and assessed in English. If English is not your first language, you must meet our minimum English language entry requirements. An IELTS score of 6.0 (no element below 5.5) is proof of this, and we also accept a range of equivalent qualifications.

    Read more about our English language requirements, including information about pathways that can help you gain entry on to our degree courses.

    Standard entry requirements

    GCSE

    English Language and Mathematics at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent). You must fulfil our GCSE entry requirements as well as one of the requirements listed below.

    UCAS tariff points

    64 points

    A level

    64 UCAS points, typically two grade Cs

    BTEC National Diploma

    MMP (BTEC Extended Diploma), MM (BTEC Diploma).

    BTEC Higher National Diploma

    Please contact Admissions for further information.

    T level

    T level in any subject is accepted at 72 UCAS points.

    Access to HE

    Pass in Access to HE Diploma - minimum of 64 UCAS Tariff points

    Foundation Degree

    Please contact Admissions for further information.

    Scottish Highers

    64 from Higher Level

    Irish Leaving Certificate

    64 from Higher Level

    European Baccalaureate

    Please contact Admissions for further information.

    International Baccalaureate

    Please contact Admissions for further information.

    Other Qualifications

    Please contact Admissions for further information.

    Alternative entry requirements

    Salford Alternative Entry Scheme (SAES)

    We positively welcome applications from students who may not meet the stated entry criteria but who can demonstrate their ability to pursue the course successfully. Once we receive your application, we'll assess it and recommend it for SAES if you are an eligible candidate.

    There are two different routes through the Salford Alternative Entry Scheme and applicants will be directed to the one appropriate for their course. Assessment will either be through a review of prior learning or through a formal test.

    Career

    Employment and stats

    What about after uni?

    Employment

    This course is designed to help you to develop a range of personal and professional skills which will make you highly-employable. As well as gaining an introduction to architecture and the built environment, you will also build key IT, study and presentation skills, and develop your team working and project management skills during your studies.

    Once you progress to complete the full BSc (Hons) Architectural Engineering degree, you'll graduate with diverse and rewarding careers opportunities ahead of you. Whilst there is demand for architectural professionals in the UK, plenty of opportunities exist throughout the world. 

    As an architectural engineering graduate, you'll understand how engineering principles and technology are applied to building design. You'll have the knowledge and skills necessary to apply for a graduate role within a design or engineering practice. Salford's architecture alumni have progressed to work with regional and international design firms, government organisations and engineering consultancy practices such as MHA Architects, Walker Simpson Architects, and Mason Gillibrand Architects.

    Further study

    You might find you want to learn more about the built environment, so we offer a range of specialism postgraduate study options to help you take your career and interests even further. Salford graduates and alumni will also receive a significant fees discount. 

    A taste of what you could become

    An architectural engineer

    A designer

    An urbanist

    An architect

    A design project lead

    and more...

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee

    GBP 14,940 

    Application Fee

    GBP  
    University of Salford

    Architectural Engineering with Foundation Year

    University of Salford

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    Salford

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