International Foundation Programme - Art, Design and Media

Overview

Please note this programme is currently under review and changes to modules are expected.

This programme is ideal if you need to boost your English language and study skills to join your chosen undergraduate degree in an Art, Design, or Media subject.

The first semester will focus on key skills across all areas of Art, Design, and Media, and in the second semester you will then specialise in your target area of Fashion, Fine Art, Textiles, Animation, or Design.

Upon successful completion, you will be guaranteed a place on one of our undergraduate degrees in an Art, Design, or Media subject area at Northumbria University.

Key facts

• Progress on to an undergraduate degree in Art, Design, or Multimedia at Northumbria University
• Develop an understanding of theory and concepts by demonstrating through practical work
• Gain an awareness of academic culture in the UK as you integrate into student life within a UK university
• Other pathways are available for progression on to undergraduate degrees in Business; Engineering; and Computing, English Language, Law, Media Production, Psychology and Sport subjects

What will I study?

This course will introduce you to the academic culture within the UK and focus on developing the core academic and English language skills you will need to progress onto your chosen undergraduate degree with Northumbria University.

The modules on this programme will help you to meet the requirements of your target course, where you will develop your reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills alongside learning study techniques, how to read academic texts, and report writing.

The Pathway specific modules include specific skills and content related to Art, Design, and Media and will enable you to explore theory, concepts, and practical skills including digital design, drawing, and creating work using different materials. You will learn how to create different pieces of work to demonstrate your skills and produce a portfolio of your work demonstrating this development.

Teaching and Assessment

• 16-18 hours per week in seminars, lectures, workshops, labs and tutorials
• 20 – 22 hours independent study – total of a max of 40 hours per week overall study time
• Assessment: Portfolio tasks, written coursework, examinations

Architecture BA (Hons)

Fashion BA (Hons)

Fashion Communication BA (Hons)

Fashion Design and Marketing BA (Hons)

Film BA (Hons)Fine Art BA (Hons)

Furniture and Product Design BA (Hons)

Graphic Design BA (Hons)

Interior Architecture BA (Hons)

Interior Design BA (Hons)

Product Design BA (Hons)