BSc (Hons) Architectural Technology at Nottingham Trent University

Programme overview

A professionally focused undergraduate degree, accredited by the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT), on how buildings are created, procured, constructed and managed. Students learn to translate client requirements into practical, sustainable building solutions through project-based studio learning in the Grade II* listed Arkwright building.

Faculty: School of Architecture, Design and the Built Environment | Department: Architecture | Duration: Three years full-time, or four years with a placement year | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time | Location: Nottingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year one core modules include Technology and Design Studio 1, Digital Design and Communication, Construction Technology 1, and Professional Development on the role of an Architectural Technologist. The first two years integrate technological and design theory, and the final year builds a professional portfolio. Teaching combines lectures, studio projects, model-making workshops and live briefs, with Revit, AutoCAD and SketchUp used. An optional placement year leads to a Diploma in Professional Practice after 36 weeks.

Career pathways

Graduates work as architectural technologists and architectural designers, with employers including Foster + Partners, Benoy, Gensler, Whittam Cox Architects and Pozzoni Architecture. The course supports progression to Chartered Architectural Technologist (MCIAT) status.

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Application information

Entry requirements

UK applicants: standard offer 112 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications, two of which must be A-level equivalent; contextual offer 104 UCAS Tariff points under the same condition. International applicants: 112 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications, two of which must be A-level equivalent (equivalent international qualifications accepted). English language requirements for international applicants depend on the subject (component scores not stated on the course page).

Intake: September 2027

Duration: Three years full-time, or four years with a placement year

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