Intermediate Programme
The Intermediate Programme (BA(Hons)) is a three-year full-time programme. The First Year is characterised by its shared, open studio, where students work individually and together across a series of projects. This part of the Intermediate Programme is defined by a learning-through-making approach, providing students with the tools and methods that help to foster an exploratory and intellectual interest in architecture. Years two and three introduce students to the unit system, in which small design studios (12–14 students) operate a vertical structure of Second and Third Year students. Innovative approaches to the study of form, typology, programme, site, material, craft and fabrication sit side-by-side with the study of critical architectural theory, environmental and technical considerations, speculative studies and different modes of architectural practice.
Programme Structure
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| Title | Requirement | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| First Year Design Studio | Required Course | Term 1–3 |
Core Studies Environmental and Technical Studies | Required Course | Term 1–2 |
Core Studies History and Theory Studies | Required Course | Term 1–2 |
Core Studies Media Studies | Required Course | Term 1–2 |
First Year Design Studio
Diploma 10The first year is characterised by its shared, open studio and defined by a learning-through-making approach, which provides students with the tools and methods that help to foster an exploratory and intellectual interest in architecture. The studio encourages individuals to focus on the challenges of the 21st century, while learning about and challenging the foundational principles of architecture.
Design Units
In the second and third year, a student elects one of the design units below.
| Unit | Title | Tutors |
|---|---|---|
| 10 | Diploma 10 | Carlos Villanueva Brandt |
Core Studies
The four Core Studies subject areas – History and Theory Studies, Environmental and Technical Studies, Media Studies, and Professional Practice Studies – are an essential part of the Intermediate Programme.
Together, the courses on offer in Core Studies give students the opportunity to establish and develop their own individual interests and direction within the school. These courses also provide opportunities for students approaching architecture from the different agendas of the units to come together in shared settings.
Student Life
From First Year to Third Year, the AA's Intermediate Programme is dedicated to providing students an enriching and supportive entry into architectural studies. The Intermediate design units are centred around exploration and experimentation, and additional school events organised by the Public Programme, the AA Student Forum and AA LAWuN make the school a creative place to learn.
