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I am nearly 21 so completed my a-levels already, I have a merit in UAL in art foundation. I’ve found that a lot of unis for architecture require 128 UCAS points (a level only). I have looked online and found a few unis entry is 120 but I worry they’re not very good places to study.
Any suggestions please
Any suggestions please
I have seen that there is a volunteering qualification you can complete which would give you those extra ucas points! Alternatively, you could email admissions and tell them about your situation - some unis accept people who have received their grades already. Hope this helps!
could do a foundation year - this can let you get onto the degree programme with reduced requirements. e.g Manchester School of Architecture's offer with a foundation year is BBB versus AAA without. BCU's typical offer is 88 UCAS points with a foundation year
edit- some foundation year offers are contingent on other requirements (Manchester's is but BCU's doesn't seem to be). also agree with the recommendation to email the universities you're interested in directly as they can advise you better
edit- some foundation year offers are contingent on other requirements (Manchester's is but BCU's doesn't seem to be). also agree with the recommendation to email the universities you're interested in directly as they can advise you better
(edited 1 year ago)
Original post by EVMD17
I am nearly 21 so completed my a-levels already, I have a merit in UAL in art foundation. I’ve found that a lot of unis for architecture require 128 UCAS points (a level only). I have looked online and found a few unis entry is 120 but I worry they’re not very good places to study.
Any suggestions please
Any suggestions please
How many UCAS points do you have all together including the foundation? At Kingston the entry requirements say 128-144 UCAS points but it says foundation is included in this, which was also the same for me when I applied for Fashion Promotion and Communication here.
Also it's a great university for architecture! It's ranked in the top 5 in London and the art school overall here is ranked highly, it's No.1 in London. I personally really like the art school based at Knights Park and feel like it's a very creative environment. Also the course is RIBA validated. And of course Penryn Roads Town House has won many awards for the architecture of the building, it has a library inside which is one of my favourite spaces to get work done.
You can find out more about the course and the entry requirements here Architecture BA (Hons) - Undergraduate degree course - Kingston University London
I hope this helps, any questions you have about Kingston don't hesitate to ask
-Grace (Kingston Rep)
Original post by EVMD17
I am nearly 21 so completed my a-levels already, I have a merit in UAL in art foundation. I’ve found that a lot of unis for architecture require 128 UCAS points (a level only). I have looked online and found a few unis entry is 120 but I worry they’re not very good places to study.
Any suggestions please
Any suggestions please
If you look into art universities then they’re likely to accept a FAD for entry regardless of A levels even for architecture.
Original post by EVMD17
I am nearly 21 so completed my a-levels already, I have a merit in UAL in art foundation. I’ve found that a lot of unis for architecture require 128 UCAS points (a level only). I have looked online and found a few unis entry is 120 but I worry they’re not very good places to study.
Any suggestions please
Any suggestions please
Hey if you have a look at Ravensbourne it’s an art uni and they need 112 ucas points and University of East London which is 120, I quite like the UEL course and campus, the teachers were lovely and it’s good for mature students as I’m a mature student too
they have a high mature student percentage, more than most. Ravensbourne had good connections for work experience etc and is right outside O2 for the London experience 
Original post by Jessa0811
Hey if you have a look at Ravensbourne it’s an art uni and they need 112 ucas points and University of East London which is 120, I quite like the UEL course and campus, the teachers were lovely and it’s good for mature students as I’m a mature student too they have a high mature student percentage, more than most. Ravensbourne had good connections for work experience etc and is right outside O2 for the London experience
they have a high mature student percentage, more than most. Ravensbourne had good connections for work experience etc and is right outside O2 for the London experience Just be aware that Ravensbourne hasn't yet achieved RIBA validation for its course.
Original post by normaw
Just be aware that Ravensbourne hasn't yet achieved RIBA validation for its course.
Thank you! I didn’t take my offer but they do have an interior architecture course which is RIBA certified
Original post by Jessa0811
Thank you! I didn’t take my offer but they do have an interior architecture course which is RIBA certified
Original post by normaw
Just be aware that Ravensbourne hasn't yet achieved RIBA validation for its course.
It would be good to provide adequate information. Ravensbourne has Part 1 validation for BA Architecture and BA Interior Design Environment Architectures since December 2023. Please, visit the page with the RIBA validated schools and you will be able to read the report.
Original post by av_23
It would be good to provide adequate information. Ravensbourne has Part 1 validation for BA Architecture and BA Interior Design Environment Architectures since December 2023. Please, visit the page with the RIBA validated schools and you will be able to read the report.
This question was asked in February and the RIBA website had not been updated at that stage. We do check the RIBA website frequently before giving advice. Don't forget to check the date of the threads you are posting in.
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Original post by normaw
This question was asked in February and the RIBA website had not been updated at that stage. We do check the RIBA website frequently before giving advice. Don't forget to check the date of the threads you are posting in.
It was updated and published on Ravensbourne's website in December 2023, included in UCAS in January 2024, and updated later on the RIBA website in March 2024. There is a difference between: "Just be aware that Ravensbourne hasn't yet achieved RIBA validation for its course" and saying that Ravensbourne has announced it, but it is still not updated on the RIBA website.
(edited 4 months ago)
Original post by av_23
It was updated and published on Ravensbourne's website in December 2023, included in UCAS in January 2024, and updated later on the RIBA website in March 2024. There is a difference between: "Just be aware that Ravensbourne hasn't yet achieved RIBA validation for its course" and saying that Ravensbourne has announced it, but it is still not updated on the RIBA website.
As stated above, I rely on the RIBA website to confirm validation. UCAS is often not updated in a timely manner so I don't rely on it. I am a volunteer doing this is my own time - I don't have time to check 50+ uni websites for regular changes.
Original post by normaw
As stated above, I rely on the RIBA website to confirm validation. UCAS is often not updated in a timely manner so I don't rely on it. I am a volunteer doing this is my own time - I don't have time to check 50+ uni websites for regular changes.
It is much appreciated, Norma. However, it is also important to understand the responsibility and impact that may have to provide information that, in this case, wasn't accurate. I am not trying to be unfair; I completely respect your voluntary role. Thank you
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