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Foundation of Built Environment Foundation
- Oxford, United Kingdom
- 1 year
- English
- On campus
- Foundation
About the program
A one-year foundation course that prepares students for built environment degrees.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0 year): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Build foundational understanding of Built Environment Foundation
- Improve academic communication and research skills
- And prepare for further study.
Career outcomes
- Progression to a School of the Built Environment degree
Curriculum
- Introduces university life and problem-solving in the design and development of cities
- With sampling of planning and urban design
- Environmental sustainability and construction management. Field trips and live projects develop practical skills
- Using lectures
- Seminars
- Tutorials and workshops.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Standard offer: UCAS Tariff 48 points (A level DD). European and international qualifications or a recognised foundation course are also considered
- Undisclosed (entry by UCAS Tariff / equivalent per course
- Progression to the linked degree on passing).
Accepted academic background
Secondary school / pre-university qualifications below degree entry level, International qualifications by country on the academic entry requirements page.
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0
Documents you’ll need
- Secondary School Transcripts
- Proof of Secondary School Qualification
- Passport Copy
- Language Proficiency Test Results (if required).
How to apply
- Check the course page entry requirements and deadline (January 2027 entry: apply by 11 December 2026). Apply directly to the university online. Receive an offer and pay the deposit (GBP 1
- 000
- 3
- 000 or 8
- 000 by country group)
- Deducted from first tuition. Receive the CAS and apply for the Student visa.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £17,250 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £50 GBP |
| Deposit | £27,789 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | Headington |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of the Built Environment |
| Department | Built Environment Foundation |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 120,60 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | Scholarship or bursary availability is indicated for this institution. Award eligibility, Funding amounts and deadlines must be confirmed for the specific program and applicant. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1 year.
Tuition is £17,250 GBP per year. The application fee is £50 GBP. The deposit is £27,789 GBP. The estimated living cost is £17,265 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0.

