Architectural Technology, BSc (Hons), with industry placement

This course prepares students for pivotal roles in the construction industry as architectural or building technologists, equipping them to lead in design or support professionals in areas like urban planning, interior design, and oil and gas developments. Delivered by experienced staff, it emphasizes practical skills through international collaborations, advanced CAD software, industry events, and the flexibility to transfer to related fields after a common first year.The curriculum features a shared first year for broad exposure, followed by focused modules in years two and three that build technical, professional, and global skills. An optional placement year provides real-world experience, and the program culminates in preparation for employment, with accreditation from the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists.

This course has a common first year. The common first year enables you to work alongside students doing similar courses to you, to widen your knowledge and exposure to other subject areas and professions. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with other students, so you can share your insights and experience which will help you to develop and learn. If you discover an interest in a specific subject you have studied, upon successful completion of your first year, you could swap degrees with another course in your common first year (subject to meeting progression requirements). Common first year courses Building Surveying BSc (Hons) Construction Project Management BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management BSc (Hons) In the first year, the curriculum is shared across related courses allowing you to gain a broad grounding in the discipline before going on, in the second and third years, to specialist modules in your chosen field. Year Two In year two, you will continue to develop the skills and knowledge you’ve learnt. We do this by embedding the following four principles into the curriculum and developing your: Technical skills – digital fluency, backed with the right academic knowledge Study skills – to be an adaptive, independent and proactive learner Professional skills – to have the behaviour and abilities to succeed in your career Global awareness – the beliefs and abilities to be a resilient, confident and motivated global citizen. Placement Year There’s no better way to find out what you love doing than trying it out for yourself, which is why a work placement* can often be beneficial. Work placements usually occur between your second and final year of study. They’re a great way to help you explore your potential career path and gain valuable work experience, whilst developing transferable skills for the future. If you choose to do a work placement year, you will pay a reduced tuition fee* of £1,250. For more information, please go to the fees and funding section. During this time you will receive guidance from your employer or partner institution, along with your assigned academic mentor who will ensure you have the support you need to complete your placement. Final Year Year three aims to bring you to the level needed to enter the world of work by consolidating your knowledge and skills from previous years. Year three aims to bring you to the level needed to enter the world of work by consolidating your knowledge and skills from previous years.