University Foundation (Architecture, Design & Fashion)

Leading To BA Illustration

An undergraduate programme at Portsmouth University for international students, leading to selected Bachelor's degrees in Architecture, Design & Fashion, including BA Illustration.

• Location
  Portsmouth
  United Kingdom
• Progression
  Portsmouth University
• Rankings & Awards
  United Kingdom: 33rd
  Satisfaction: 80.2%
  World: 500th
• Start Dates
  Jan, Sep
  2 Semesters
  Next start date: Sep 2025
• Course Fees
  From £15,750
• Visa Considerations
  Integrated Visa
  Non-UKVI English Tests Accepted
• Course Provider
  International College Portsmouth

• Why Choose This Course?
  
  • Guaranteed progression to a bachelor's degree at the University of Portsmouth.
  • A single CAS for the duration of your studies. That means you can study the entire programme on a single visa, with the right to work in the UK from day one.
  • Portsmouth University is rated GOLD for Teaching Excellence by the Department for Education (2023).
  • A strong emphasis on employability, with simulated work environments (e.g. a mock courtroom and pharmacy) to provide real life learning experiences.
  • A wide range of English qualifications accepted for entry, not just UKVI IELTS!
  • A safe and supportive learning environment, with small class sizes and individual attention.

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About This Course

This undergraduate degree programme at Portsmouth University is for international students who have completed Year 11/12 of high school in their own country¹.

• Stage 1 (International Foundation Year): a balanced programme of English Language, study skills and academic subjects to prepare international students for undergraduate admission. This stage is taught at International College Portsmouth.
• Stage 2 (Degree: Year 1): this stage is taught at International College Portsmouth or Portsmouth University, depending on your chosen subject.
• Stage 3 (Degree: Years 2-3): taught at Portsmouth University and leading to selected Bachelor's degrees in Architecture, Design & Fashion, including BA Illustration.

Note: Students studying this programme will benefit from a single integrated student visa, provided they can demonstrate an English level of IELTS 5.5 (5.5 all skills) or equivalent. That means you will not have to renew your visa when you progress from one stage to the next.

Admission Requirements

Academic	Completion of high school with good grades, equivalent to 5 IGCSE grades A* - C in relevant subjects (excluding native language). Maths grade D required for science and engineering courses.
English	IELTS 5.5 (5.5 all skills) or equivalent. Dental Hygeine/Therapy requires IELTS 6.5 (6.0 all skills). A wide range of English qualifications is accepted, including some high school English qualifications.

Start Dates And Progression

Start Date	End Date	Progression
Sep 2025	Apr 2026	Sep 2026
Jan 2026	Aug 2026	Sep 2026

Progression Options

On successful completion of this course, you are guaranteed progression to one of the following undergraduate programmes at Portsmouth University.

• BA Architecture
• BA Graphic Design
• BA Illustration
• BA Animation
• BA Fashion Design
• BA Fashion Marketing
• BA Film Production
• BA Interior Architecture & Design

 
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¹ UK universities require 13 years of high school for direct admission to an undergraduate degree. Note: This programme is also suitable for Year 13 students (e.g. A Level / IB) who did not achieve the grades required for direct admission.