Newcastle University

For further information, including the selection process and what selectors are looking for, see Admissions criteria Architectural Studies 2014 entry‌ (PDF: 115KB).

Please note that any applicant wishing to submit a portfolio for consideration in support of their application is welcome to do so.

AAA excluding General Studies and Critical Thinking. All candidates will be required to submit a portfolio for review as part of the selection process. GCSE grade B in Mathematics and English required if not taken at a higher level.

AAAAA at Higher Grade including Mathematics and English. All candidates will be required to submit a portfolio for review as part of the selection process.

A minimum of 37 points. All candidates will be required to submit a portfolio for review as part of the selection process. Standard Level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. 

A1A1A1AB at Higher Level. All candidates will be required to submit a portfolio for review as part of the selection process.

Units in Art, Mathematical Studies and English required at Distinction. At least 30 level 3 credits at Distinction and in addition at least 15 level 3 credits at a minimum of Merit. All candidates will be required to submit a portfolio for review as part of the selection process.

In Art and Design subject area including 180 credits at Distinction grade.

In an Art/Design subject at overall DDD. All candidates will be required to submit a portfolio for review as part of the selection process.

D3,D3,D3 in Principal Subjects. All candidates will be required to submit a portfolio for review as part of the selection process. GCSE grade B in Mathematics and English required.

ABB excluding General Studies and Critical Thinking. All candidates will be required to submit a portfolio for review as part of the selection process. GCSE grade B in Mathematics and English required.

The PARTNERS Programme is Newcastle University’s supported entry route for students from identified schools and colleges. Find out more about the PARTNERS Programme.

In an Art/Design subject at overall DDM. All candidates will be required to submit a portfolio for review as part of the selection process.

The PARTNERS Programme is Newcastle University’s supported entry route for students from identified schools and colleges. Find out more about the PARTNERS Programme.

For this degree you will need a minimum score of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Visit our International Students webpages to find out more about our English language admission requirements and English language support courses offered by INTO Newcastle University.

If you are an international student and you do not meet the academic and English language requirements specified above, you should consider a preparation course at INTO Newcastle University, which will help to prepare you for study on this degree course. INTO Newcastle University is based on the University campus and offers a range of courses including the International Foundation in Architecture.