Program Overview

Architectural Technology BSc(Hons)

The Architectural Technology BSc(Hons) course is designed to provide students with the necessary skills to become qualified architectural technologists. The course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists and the Chartered Association of Building Engineers.

Course Overview

The course introduces students to aspects of building technology and digital detailing, as well as design and construction process improvement. It takes a rigorous approach to conventional building technologies and architectural detailing, with an emphasis on enterprise and continuing professional development.

Why Study Architectural Technology BSc(Hons)

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

Course Structure

The course is made up of modules and each module is worth a number of credits. Each year, students study modules to the value of 120 credits, adding up to 360 credits in total for a bachelor’s qualification.

Year 1

• Core modules:
  • Construction Business and Law
  • Design and Construction Practice
  • Building Technology and Digital Communication
  • Collaborative Project Built Environment
  • Applied Architectural Technology
  • Building Technology and Digital Detailing

Year 2

• Core modules:
  • Professional Practice
  • Advanced Digital Detailing and Sustainability
  • Procurement and Contract Administration
  • Major Project Dissertation

Year 3 - Optional Placement Year

• Students can spend a total of 48 weeks (36 weeks minimum) in a managed work experience, gaining valuable hands-on experience and insight into their chosen career.

Final Year

• Students will continue to develop their skills and knowledge, with a focus on advanced digital detailing and sustainability, procurement and contract administration, and major project dissertation.

Teaching and Assessment

Students will be taught through a series of lectures and tutorials, and their assessment will include coursework, presentations, and exams.

Facilities

The University of Huddersfield has a range of facilities, including 3D printers, virtual reality, and motion tracking sensors, studio space, and more.

Career Support

The University of Huddersfield has a dedicated Careers and Employability Service, which provides professional help, support, and guidance to students.

Fees and Finance

• The maximum fees for UK-based students on undergraduate courses in 2025/26 will be £9,535 per year for full-time students.
• Tuition fees will cover the cost of study at the University, as well as charges for registration, tuition, supervision, and examinations.

Accreditations and Professional Links

The course is fully accredited by the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT) and the Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE).

Research Excellence

The University of Huddersfield is in the top 50 UK universities for Research Power, with three-quarters of all research being world-leading and internationally excellent.

Student Support

The University of Huddersfield has a range of support networks and services to help students get ahead in their studies and social life.

Further Study

Progression to a postgraduate course is dependent on successful completion of undergraduate studies, with options to study Advanced Project Management in Construction MSc or Advanced Architectural Design MA.