Foundation in Arts

Course Overview

Foundation in Arts is designed to provide entry into degree programmes in Business, Information Technology, Language Studies and Architecture. Students have to study all the subjects listed in the programme module. However, students wishing to pursue a degree in Architecture are given the option to replace Accounting and Business Law subjects with Introduction to Build Environment and Introduction to AutoCAD. The total credit hours vary based on the field chosen by the student: Business, Information Technology and Language Studies (51 credit hours) and Architecture (50 credit hours).

Students undergoing this programme have a wide option of degree programmes available such as Business, IT, Accounting, Business Administration, Marketing, Network Technology, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Advertising, Corporate Communication, English for Professional Communication, and Architectural Studies. This programme helps develop critical thinking and language skills. It also gives an insight into the field you choose for the degree programme.

Curriculum

Year 1

Programme Module: Academic English I & II, Communication Essentials, Introduction to Computer System & Applications, Introduction to Critical Thinking, Introduction to Multimedia, Introduction to Psychology, Introductory Mathematical Analysis, Personal Effectiveness, Presentation Skills, Professional Writing

Elective Subjects:Architecture option: Introduction to AutoCAD, Introduction to Architectural Theory & History, Introduction to Built Environment, Drawing & Sketching, Architectural Graphics : Business, Information Technology, and Language Studies option:Business Law, Business Management, Principles of Accounting, Principles of Economics, Principles of Marketing

Entry Requirements