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UndergraduateFoundation Diploma (RQF Level 4)UCAS: W250

Art & Design (Architecture & Interior Design) - Foundation

Cambridge School of Visual and Performing Arts
Cambridge, England
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1 yearDuration
£37,455Per Year (Intl)
£25,335Home Fee
91%Satisfaction

Course Overview

The Foundation Diploma (RQF Level 4) Art & Design (Architecture & Interior Design) - Foundation at Cambridge School of Visual and Performing Arts is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about expressing creativity and innovation. Based in Cambridge, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. A 1-year programme, designed to prepare you for progressing onto any Art and Design related degree. Accredited by the University of the Arts London Awarding Body, this 1-year course is fundamental if you want to progress to university to study Art & Design at degree level. It will give you the opportunity to explore a wide range of art and design disciplines before you select specialised degree courses. International tuition fees are £37,455 per year, home/UK fees are £25,335 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 4.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 95% student satisfaction rating, and a 95% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Drawing and Visual Communication
Design History and Theory
Digital Design Tools and Software
Spatial Design Principles
Materials and Construction Techniques
Professional Practice and Portfolio Development
Creative Project Development
Design Research and Contextual Studies
UCAS Code:W250
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic4.54.54.54.54.5

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£37,455

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£37,455

Home Student Fee

£25,335

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

UK subject sector benchmark — your course's specific salary data is suppressed or not yet published

UK subject average: £24,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Indicative Data

Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH25-01-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

70%Working
10%Work & Study
15%Seeking Work
Official Data

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Student Satisfaction

Subject area average

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
91%
Learning opportunities
90%
Assessment and feedback
85%
Academic support
88%
Organisation and management
72%
Learning resources
83%
Student voice
73%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
90%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: Subject-group average for this provider

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About Cambridge School of Visual and Performing Arts

Cambridge School of Visual and Performing Arts offers Art & Design (Architecture & Interior Design) - Foundation as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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