Built Environment Foundation

This foundation course is designed to prepare you for degree-level study in the built environment and to help you plan for your future career. You will develop essential problem-solving skills related to city design and development. The program combines theoretical learning with practical experience through case studies, field trips, and live projects. Upon successful completion, you can progress to various Bachelor's degree programs at Oxford Brookes, including Sustainable Urban Design and Planning, Construction Project Management, Property Development and Planning, Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management, Building Surveying, and Real Estate. For progression to Architecture or Interior Architecture, an artistic portfolio is required.

Curriculum

The course is structured to introduce you to university life, enhance your problem-solving abilities in urban development, and provide a foundation for relevant built environment degrees. You will explore various subjects within the School of the Built Environment and the School of Architecture to help you decide on your future studies. The program includes field trips and live projects to build practical skills.

1. Year 1
   • Researching the Built Environment
   • Study Skills & Professional Development for the Built Environment
   • Digital Skills for the Built Environment
   • Sustainability in the Built Environment
   • Foundation Planning
   • Introduction to Urban Design & Architecture
   • Introduction to Construction