Architectural Technology BSc Honours

Why study architectural technology with us

Our architectural technology degree combines architecture, civil engineering, services engineering, environmental science, and building information modeling to give you the insight, skills, and experience to succeed in the most heavily demanded areas of construction.

Gaining first-hand experience in transforming conceptual designs and drawings into practical building projects, you’ll get to grips with the latest technologies, industry software, and Building Information Modelling (BIM) techniques. Access to on-campus facilities will be dependent on any Covid-19 restrictions in place at the time.

You’ll also learn new methodologies, develop your creativity, collaboration, problem-solving, and communication skills, and have the chance to work on real-life projects – in the UK and abroad – to gain a broad understanding of the full project management process. Opportunities will be dependent on access arrangements taking into account any Covid-19-related restrictions at the time.

You’ll graduate with the skills to enter a diverse range of roles in both the private and public sectors of construction. Our graduates have gone on to become BIM managers, lead designers, information managers, project managers, and consultants – and some have even set up their architectural design practices.

Build your architectural skills

You’ll have the opportunity to build your professional portfolio by taking part in some of the industry’s most prestigious events and competitions – both in the UK and internationally (taking into account any Covid-19 related restrictions). You’ll also get to showcase your work to industry professionals in our final-year degree show.

You’ll get one-on-one support throughout your studies, and our series of guest lecturers also gives you access to some of the industry’s most influential professionals.

You’ll collaborate with us to put your new skills into practice through real-world construction and infrastructure projects. Our students are currently leading the way on our MDX Pavilion: a major new project to create a sustainably-designed learning, event, community, and well-being space on our campus.

We’ll give you the flexibility to study over three years (full-time), four years (with a paid, year-long work placement), or six years (part-time). You’ll also be able to get a bursary worth up to 50% if you decide to continue your studies with our MSc BIMM course.

A Levels	BBC
BTEC	DMM
Access requirements	Overall pass: must include 45 credits at level 3, of which all 45 must be at Merit or higher
Combinations	A combination of A-Level, BTEC and other accepted qualifications that total 112 UCAS Tariff points
IELTS	6.0   (with minimum 5.5   in all components).

The BSc Architectural Technology course prepares students for diverse positions in the construction sector, including architectural technologists, designers, engineers, BIM modellers, and site coordinators. Graduates may also become BIM managers, lead designers, information managers, project managers, consultants, or set up their own architectural design practices. Career options include architectural practices, construction organizations, housing associations, local authorities, legislation, building authorities, property developers, processing and manufacturing industries, research and academia, energy sectors, conservation, conversion, maintenance, management, new build, restoration, retrofit, or re-use projects. The course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technology, allowing students to become a Chartered Architectural Technologist (MCIAT). Students have access to a wide range of industry-standard equipment, including a state-of-the-art CAD Studio, software, surveying equipment, and design labs.
The campus offers a range of facilities, including laser cutting, water jet cutters, milling machines, welding equipment, CNC routers, and CNC routers for rapid prototyping. Additionally, the course offers free WiFi, printing, scanning, and photocopying for university work, and free 'laptops for loan' service for students.