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Architectural Technology BSc (Hons) at De Montfort University

De Montfort University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Develop the skills to become a specialist in the science of architecture, building design and building economics on this industry-accredited course. Transform architectural concepts into reality with a course that blends design, technology, and construction.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts, Design and Humanities  |  Department: Architecture  |  Duration: 3 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Leicester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1: Sustainable Building Principles, Architectural Communication and Detailing 1, Building Technology 1, Building Project 1. Year 2: Project Management Practice, Architectural Communication and Detailing 2, Building Technology 2. Year 3: Building Project 2. Year 4: Contract, Law and Procurement, Building Information Technology and Modelling, Dissertation. Year 5: Integrated Project.

Career pathways

Many graduates work towards chartered membership with the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT) or the Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE), gaining two years of practical training to achieve professional status. Others progress to postgraduate study, such as DMU’s Architecture and Sustainability MSc.

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Application information

Entry requirements

UCAS points: 112; A Level: BBC; BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM; T Levels: Merit; Access to HE: Pass with 30 Level 3 credits at Merit; International Baccalaureate (IB): 26; GCSEs: 5 x GCSEs at grade 4/C or above including English and Maths; Interview required: No; Portfolio required: No; Please see our portfolio advice page for full details; If English is not your first language, an IELTS score of 6.0 overall with 5.5 in each band (or equivalent) when you start the course is essential. UCAS code K130.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Tuition fee; UK/home rate Source

International applicants: GBP 17,600 a year (2027/28). Tuition fee; EU and international rate Source

Intake: September

Duration: 3 years full-time

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