Overview

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, for the International Foundation in Architecture - Planning, Environment and Development program at INTO Queen's University Belfast you’ll only need one visa for the duration of your studies and can apply with alternative English language qualifications to IELTS.

Key Information

No portfolio requirement - the only Russell Group university with no portfolio needed for Foundation entry.
Progress to Year 1 of a professionally accredited undergraduate degree at a UK top 20 architecture school (The Complete University Guide 2025).
Learn from a qualified and highly experienced architect, with help developing your art portfolio during the program.
Develop self-evaluation skills through weekly informal critiques of work produced in class.
Learn in classes set up as workshops, and have the opportunity to draw and make detailed models.
100% of INTO students progressed to BSc (Hons) Architecture at Queen's (based on students progressing in 2022).

Programme Structure

Modules include:

English Language and Study Skills

Practical Skills for Art Portfolio

Architectural Design and Practice

Politics and International Relations

Mathematics for Business, Humanities and Social Sciences

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 9 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-06-15 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-09-15 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-03-30 00:00:00

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Language

English

IELTS

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Belfast, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Architecture Sustainable Development Environmental Economics & Policy View 491 other preparation in Sustainable Development in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completion of 12 years of schooling (or the local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades. All students must hold a GCSE grade 4/C Mathematics or equivalent.

16 years and above

4 Terms: IELTS 4.5 (with a minimum of 4.5 in writing and no less than 4.0 in all other subskills) or equivalent.

5 Terms: IELTS 4.0 (with a minimum of 4.0 in all subskills) or equivalent.

Standard IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 5.0 in writing and no less than 4.5 in all other subskills) or equivalent.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

20000 GBP / full

≈ 20000 GBP / full

Additional Details

4 terms: £ 21,000; 5 terms: £ 22,915

Living costs

Belfast

United Kingdom

561 - 887 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Are you an ambitious international student with an offer to study at INTO Queen’s University Belfast? Then you may be eligible to receive up to £3,000 towards your tuition fee costs at INTO Queen’s. Plus, when you successfully complete your course and start your degree at Queen’s University Belfast, further progression scholarships are available.Contact the Center for more information on currently available scholarships.

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Scholarships Information

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Key Information

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Belfast

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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