Program Overview

BSc/BSc (Hons) Architectural Technology

Overview

An architectural technologist is a specialist in the technological aspects of building design and construction, bridging the gap between design theory and construction practices.

Edinburgh Napier University’s accredited architectural technology course will teach you the skills required for a successful career in the industry, including the fundamentals in building design requirements from development through to completion.

Mode of Study:

• Full-time (available as part-time)

Duration:

• 4 years

Start date:

• September

UCAS code:

• K236

Study Abroad:

• Yes

Course Details

How you’ll be taught

• Lectures and tutorials

Assessments

• Mixture of practical assessments, development reports, academic essays, and exams

Study abroad

• International exchange opportunities can be arranged through our excellent international links

Popular modules

Year 1

• Building Design and Technology 1
• Building Modelling 1
• Surveying
• Architectural Detailing
• Property and Construction Business Law
• Architectural Technology 1

Year 2

• Building Engineering 2
• Building Design and Technology 2 (AT)
• Building Modelling 2
• Construction Management 1
• Contract Admin and Practice
• Architectural Technology 2

Year 3

• Construction Management 2
• Research and Innovation
• Architectural Technology 3
• Building Design and Technology 3
• Building Services Engineering
• Building Control & Fire Engineering

Year 4

• Project Evaluation
• Sustainable Development
• Architectural Technology 4
• Architectural Practice and Management

Accredited By

• Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT)
• Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB)

Entry Requirements

Year 1

• SQA Higher: BBBC (Standard Entry Requirement), CCCC (Minimum Entry Requirement)
• A level: CCC
• Irish Leaving Certificate: H3, H3, H3, H3 at Higher Level
• BTEC National Extended Diploma (Level 3): MMM (Merit, Merit, Merit) in a related subject
• BTEC National Diploma (Level 3): DD (Distinction, Distinction) in a related subject
• International Baccalaureate Diploma: Award of Diploma with 26 points overall with three Higher Level subjects at grades 5, 5, 5
• T level: Pass

Year 2

• SQA Advanced Higher: BBC
• A Level: BBB
• BTEC Extended Diploma Level 3: DDM (Distinction, Distinction, Merit) in a related subject
• HNC: Pass HNC in Architectural Technology, Computer Aided Architectural Design & Technology, Construction, Construction Management, Architectural Conservation, Sustainable Building Technology or Architectural Design with grade B in the Graded Unit

Year 3

• HND: Pass HND in Architectural Technology, Computer Aided Architectural Design and Technology or Planning and General Practice Surveying with grade B in all SCQF Level 8 Graded Units
• Irish Ordinary Degree: Pass in a relevant subject with 50% or above at first sitting in all final year subjects

Year 4

• Irish Ordinary Degree: Pass in a relevant subject with 60% overall, with minimum 50% at first sitting in all final year subjects

English language

• If your first language isn't English, you'll normally need to undertake an approved English language test and our minimum English language requirements will apply

Fees & Funding

Tuition fees for 2024/25

• Scotland: £1,820
• England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Republic of Ireland: £9,250
• Overseas and EU: £19,340

Careers

What can you do with an Architectural Technology degree?

• Work in a design practice
• Work in specialist design
• Work as an Architectural Technician
• Work in Building Information Management (BIM)
• Work as a Design Manager
• Work as a Software Engineer
• Work as an Acoustic Engineer
• Work on residential developments
• Work on commercial or industrial projects
• Work in the public sector
• Work in academia or research

What do Architectural Technologists do?

• Transform design into reality
• Work on more than just the concept planning and design development stages
• Specialize in design underpinned by building science, engineering, and technology
• Collaborate with other professionals and clients to oversee all aspects of a building project from conception to completion