Architectural Design and Technology Degree | BA (Hons)

Program Overview

This professionally accredited architectural design and technology program equips students with a comprehensive understanding of design, technology, and professional practice in the architectural industry. Through a combination of core and optional modules, students develop skills in architectural design, construction technology, and project management. The program emphasizes hands-on experience through work placements and collaborations with industry partners, preparing graduates for successful careers in architectural and related fields.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

This architectural design and technology course is professionally accredited by the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists, ensuring that the curriculum meets the specific needs of the architectural technology industry. The course explores three branches of the fascinating architectural technology industry: design, technology, and professional practice, and the curriculum equips students with a strong grounding in architectural design, construction technology, technical design, and professional practice.

Outline:

Year One

• Core Modules:
• Architectural Design Development
• Construction Technology
• Architectural Communication
• Architectural Design Realisation
• Building Law and Management
• Science of Materials

Year Two

• Core Modules:
• Architectural Design
• Technical Design
• Sustainable Refurbishment
• Advanced Construction Technology
• Building Information Modelling
• Procurement and Project Management

Year Three

• Core Modules:
• Sustainable Architectural Design
• Sustainable Technical Design
• Contracts Administration and Specifications
• Professional Practice

Optional Modules:

• Final Major Project
• Research Dissertation

Assessment:

Students will be assessed through a combination of:

• Design-based portfolios
• Digital portfolios
• Essays
• Research projects
• Research reports
• Individual presentations

Teaching:

Students will learn through:

• Directed learning
• Collaborative learning
• Guided learning
The University's curriculum framework builds on a unique, creative, and applied approach to teaching. The transformation of students' lives is at the heart of the university's mission, and the curriculum – informed by the latest theory – reflects this shared educational vision.

Careers:

Graduates of this program are prepared for a range of careers within a number of organizations, such as architectural and architectural technology practices, local authorities, and building contractors.

Other:

• The course has very strong links with the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT).
• The CIAT, together with the CIAT South East Region, normally award prizes at the end-of-year show.
• The prestigious Building Research Establishment (BRE) Academy, and industry partners have also awarded prizes.
• Gaining work experience is a key element of the course, and students are encouraged to find work placements to build their skills in a real-life environment.
• Past students have found placements with companies such as Stride Treglown, LSH Architects, HPW, Simpson Hilder associates, BrightSpace Architects, and ADAM Architecture.

• UK, EU (settled status) and Channel Island full-time fees: £9,250 per year
• International full-time fees: £16,125 per year