As an architectural technologist you will be the technical member of the design team, making sure that designs are buildable, durable, sustainable, economical and easy to maintain.
Our accredited Architectural Technology BSc(Hons) prepares you for industry challenges, encouraging you to push the boundaries, exercise professional judgement, and appreciate the impact of architectural technology on peoples’ lives, as well as on our built and natural environment.
You’ll learn how to take architectural design projects from concept to completion and gain extensive knowledge of design processes, construction methods, environments, materials and the latest technologies including Building Information Modelling (BIM).
You’ll study and work alongside students from related construction courses on projects. Visiting lecturers also share their expertise, giving you an insight into what it is like to work in industry.
Field trips and site visits provide further insight into building services and professional practice, developing your theoretical knowledge and helping to bring your learning to life.
The option of a salaried placement year gives you the opportunity to gain vital work experience, enhance your CV and make valuable industry contacts.
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Year 1
In your first year you will explore fundamental elements relating to the industry.
Modules
Introduction to the Built Environment
Building Technology and Design
Indoor Environment and Building Services 1
Land and Construction Surveying
Construction Materials
Year 2
In your second year you will build on the knowledge and skills you have gained in your first year and begin to explore aspects of architectural technology in more depth.
Modules
Architectural Technology Professional Practice
Cost and Contract Administration
Construction Methods and Technology
Indoor Environment and Building Services 2
Architectural Technology
Building Information Modelling
Placement year
After year 2 you can choose to take a year-long placement in industry.
A placement year offers an excellent opportunity to gain work experience, build a professional network, increase your confidence, develop existing skills and discover new ones. The experience also significantly enhances your CV.
Our students have been on placement in organisations including: Morgan Sindall, Osborne, Savills, ARCH-angels Architects, Orbit Architects, A&M Architectural Partnership, Mann Williams Consulting Civil and Structural Engineers, Alan & Green, RPA Group, and Deacon & Richardson.
Final year
In your final year, you will develop and complete both an individual design project and a research project. You will also choose from option modules, giving you flexibility to specialise in areas that interest you most.
Modules
Advanced Architectural Technology
Honours project
Option modules
Project Planning and Analysis
Principles of Sustainable Construction
Building Pathology and Life Care
Environmental Impact Assessment
Waste Management and the Circular Economy
*Option modules are indicative and may change, depending on timetabling and staff availability.
Supporting your employability
Outside of your course, our Careers Service is here to support you as you discover (and re-discover) your strengths and what matters to you. We are here for you throughout your university journey as you work towards a fulfilling and rewarding career.
Connect with our careers team
Find part-time work that you can combine with your studies.
Find, or be, a mentor or get involved with our peer-to-peer support scheme.
Develop your business ideas through our entrepreneurial support network.
Get professional advice and support with career planning, CV writing and interview top tips.
Meet potential employers at our careers fairs.
Find rewarding volunteering opportunities to help you discover more about what makes you tick, and build your CV.
Whatever your career needs, we are here to help. And that's not just while you are a student, our support carries on after you've graduated.
Insurance – Single: 300 GBP per year
