Arts, Design & Architecture

• BA (Hons) Architecture
• BSc (Hons) Architectural Engineering
• BA (Hons) Interior Design
• BA (Hons) Product and Furniture Design

Location: UPIC at the University of Plymouth
Intake: September and January

Modules

Semester 1

• Interactive Learning Skills and Communication

100% Coursework

This module has been designed to help students develop their academic literacy and communication skills in preparation for undergraduate study. It will enable students to understand the institutional culture, practices, norms and expectations of British higher education. Our students will develop academic research and communication skills using contemporary resources. As a result, this will raise students’ English language levels to the required entry point for undergraduate entry.

• Principles of ICT

100% Coursework

This Principles of ICT module attempts to deliver an accurate snapshot of the state of ICT as it exists currently. It equips students with a useful set of skills in the use of common productivity software and Internet based applications. The module introduces candidates to the interesting challenges that ICT presents today and covers many anchor points that may serve as a bridge to their interests and lifestyles. These bridges include the technology in their mobile telephones, computing equipment, home appliances, motor vehicles, shopping, movies and entertainment software.

• Academic Writing

100% Coursework

To provide students with a structured introduction to all aspects and stages of the academic writing process.

To develop a range of transferable written skills to prepare students for their future academic studies and professional life.

To develop independent learning and research skills as well as encourage students to take responsibility for their personal, academic and professional development.

Semester 2

• Design Culture

100% Coursework

To develop an awareness of design culture and basic design discourses, language and viewpoints.

To support students in understanding how design is a part of a wider cultural, social and historical context.

To provide a solid foundation to the introduction of design culture and the Practical Design Skills module.

• Practical Design Skills

100% Coursework

To develop basic design skills.

To develop an awareness of proportion, scale and perspective.

To provide a solid foundation to the introduction of design skills and the theories behind them provided in the Design Culture module.

Full Programme Specification (PDF)

• Architect
• Interior Designer
• Landscape Architect
• Product Designer