Architectural Technology BSc(Hons)

About the course

Our Architectural Technology BSc(Hons) course is your first step to becoming a qualified architectural technologist.

The course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists and the Chartered Association of Building Engineers and it has been developed to work alongside our Architecture BA(Hons) and courses in Construction Project Management and Quantity Surveying. This helps you develop a strong understanding of professionalism and multidisciplinary within the construction industry. Our practice-led course introduces you to aspects of building technology and digital detailing, as well as design and construction process improvement.

This Architectural Technology course takes a rigorous approach to conventional building technologies and architectural detailing.

You’ll be encouraged to develop skills aligned to the state-of-the-art in industry, with an emphasis on enterprise and continuing professional development. You could have the opportunity to work in a range of architectural and construction-related areas, while becoming prepared for further study and research. Following this course, you could go on to become a practitioner, through a thorough understanding of how context, climate, culture, materials and building systems influence architectural technology.

You’ll acquire expertise in the latest construction digitalisation strategies, such as Building Information Modelling (BIM), and on strategies to improve value and reduce waste through Lean Construction.

Once you’ve enrolled on the Architectural Technology course, you have the possibility to switch to Quantity Surveying or Construction Project Management at the end of the first year (with the agreement of your tutors) if your interests change.

Why study Architectural Technology BSc(Hons)

On this course, you’ll develop the skills to become a creative architectural technologist, capable of managing the progress of a construction project, whilst understanding the materials, components, structural systems, and environments behind the world’s best buildings.

You’ll also have the chance to undertake a work placement in the UK or abroad, helping to prepare you for your future career. On campus, you’ll learn in our state-of-the-art £30-million Barbara Hepworth Building, which provides access to 3D printers, virtual reality and motion tracking sensors, studio space, and more.

Thanks to successful completion of architectural courses like this one, you may wish to explore roles within surveying, construction, and architecture. Alternatively, you may pursue further education, focusing on your specific skills and interests within architectural technology.

Entry requirements

If your first language is not English, you will need to meet the minimum requirements of an English Language qualification. The minimum for IELTS is 6.0 overall with no element lower than 5.5, or equivalent. Read more about the University’s entry requirements for students outside of the UK on our International Entry Requirements page.

Other suitable experience or qualifications will be considered. For further information please see the University's minimum entry requirements.

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