Architectural Technology - BSc (Hons)

Why study this course?

Our School of the Built Environment has designed this undergraduate course to develop you into a knowledgeable and versatile architectural technologist. Architectural technology uniquely combines creativity and innovation with the technical skills needed to assess feasibility, functionality and performance of structures. 

You’ll turn complex concepts into reality, developing robust designs and assessing the necessary requirements to turn those designs into sustainably sound constructions. 

On this course, you’ll become well-versed in the make-up of buildings and building structures, systems, materials and components. You’ll get hands on in production techniques, innovative processes and sustainable solutions that adhere to legal, regulatory and statutory requirements.

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This exciting BSc will provide you with strong foundations in building science, technology, and management, as well as allowing you to enhance your technical design skills. You will graduate as a well-rounded professional, with the potential to better your career and salary prospects. 

In addition, you’ll gain experience collaborating with national and international organisations within the construction and real-estate sector, engaging in authentic learning, assessments and real-world projects.

Experience the opportunities, challenges and excitement that this course has to offer as you develop into a next generation science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) professional.

You’ll explore all architectural technology has to offer whilst studying in our vibrant and cultural Holloway campus, within a 10-minute Tube journey of the City and West End.

Using industry standard technology such as 2D and 3D computer aided design (CAD) software, as well as more traditional drawing methods and model making, your studies will push your creative thinking to the next level, enabling you to successfully produce sustainable and innovative building solutions.

As you progress through your programme, you’ll develop the valuable skills needed to confidently advise clients on designs, project feasibility, specifications and contract management. Health and safety, building legislation, business operations and construction technology are just some of the key skills that you’ll become an expert in. This course will also build upon your problem solving, budget management and people skills.

What's more, our campus is located in London, where you’ll be in close proximity to the influential industry professional bodies, a wide range of architectural styles, numerous property developers and investors, property companies and private clients. Through guest lectures, fieldwork and site visits, our Architectural Technology BSc will provide you with the opportunity to connect with these types of organisations and prestigious projects, keeping you at the forefront of this exciting and dynamic industry.