{"id":4023,"date":"2023-04-21T15:35:27","date_gmt":"2023-04-21T07:35:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/deptweb.cycu.edu.tw\/obu\/?page_id=4023"},"modified":"2026-03-31T14:57:27","modified_gmt":"2026-03-31T06:57:27","slug":"oxford-brookes-22","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/deptweb.cycu.edu.tw\/obu\/language\/en\/oxford-brookes-22\/","title":{"rendered":"Oxford Brookes 2+2"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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OBU in Taiwan\u00a0<\/h1>\n

Programme Overview<\/u><\/h3>\n
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The CYCU\u2013Oxford Brookes Dual Bachelor\u2019s Degree Programme in Architecture and Urban Design is an international academic platform jointly developed by Chung Yuan Christian University (Taiwan) and Oxford Brookes University (UK).\u00a0The programme integrates architectural design, urban thinking, and interdisciplinary collaboration, enabling students to engage with contemporary global challenges across social, spatial, and environmental domains.\u00a0<\/span>Delivered entirely in English within a cross-cultural academic environment, it provides a structured pathway from Taiwan to the UK, preparing students for international professional practice and further study.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Teaching & Structure<\/u><\/h3>\n

The programme adopts a studio-based teaching approach, where independent study, design thinking, and critical inquiry are central to learning.\u00a0Lectures and workshops establish theoretical and technical foundations, while seminars and design critiques develop analytical and communication skills.\u00a0<\/span>The four-year structure is organised as a staged international learning pathway:<\/span><\/p>\n

Years 1\u20132 (Taiwan)\u00a0\u00a0<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

Students build foundational knowledge in architecture and urban design while developing English proficiency.<\/p>\n

Years 3\u20134 (United Kingdom)\u00a0\u00a0<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

Students continue with advanced specialist courses at Oxford Brookes University, gaining professional experience and exposure to international design practice.<\/p>\n

Programme Hilights<\/u><\/h3>\n

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Dual Degree & International Accreditation\u00a0\u00a0<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

Students graduate with degrees from both CYCU and Oxford Brookes University, with pathways aligned to RIBA (Architecture) and RTPI (Urban Design).<\/p>\n

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Transnational Learning Experience\u00a0\u00a0<\/i><\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

The programme offers a complete academic journey across Taiwan and the UK.<\/p>\n

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Cross-Disciplinary Design Education\u00a0\u00a0<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

Teaching integrates architecture, urban design, landscape, and interior design.<\/p>\n

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Close Collaboration Between Two Institutions\u00a0\u00a0<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

Joint teaching, regular cross-institutional reviews, and dual tutoring ensure continuous academic support.<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n

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