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BSc (Hons) Architectural Technology and Practice at University of Derby

University of Derby, United Kingdom

Programme overview

With an exceptional track record for graduate employability , this course has a longstanding reputation for nurturing high-calibre and forward-thinking architectural technologists. 5 years minimum for part-time study. Direct entry into later stages of the course is available if you have relevant qualifications or suitable work experience (subject to an interview). Day release: 2 years part-time (part-time day release mode guaranteed only for final year of the degree).

Faculty: College of Science and Engineering  |  Department: Architecture  |  Duration: Full-time: 3 years, Part-time: 5 years  |  Study mode: full-time (part-time also available)  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Derby, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: History and Theory of Design and Architecture 1, Studio Design and Personal Development 1A, Studio Design & Personal Development 1B, Construction Materials Technology, Environmental Design and Services, Technology and Structures 1. Year 2 core modules: BIM and AI, Technical Studio 2A, Technical Studio 2b, Procurement, Contracts and Legal Studies, Technology and Structures 2, Sustainable Design and Building Services.

Career pathways

Our graduates work in architectural practices or take on many different types of roles in consultancy and with central and local government, property developers, building contractors, housing associations, banks, retail enterprises and manufacturing companies.

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Application information

Entry requirements

September 2026 entry: UCAS points: 104; A Level: BCC; T Level: Merit; BTEC: DMM; GCSE: GCSE Maths and English Grade 4/Grade C (or above) or equivalent qualification; Access to HE: Pass Access to HE Diploma with 60 credits: 45 at Level 3 with a minimum of Distinction: 15, Merit: 24, Pass: 6; English language requirements: IELTS: 6.0 (with at least 5.5 in each skills area)

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27) Source

International applicants: GBP 17,500 a year (2026/27) Source

Intake: September

Duration: Full-time: 3 years, Part-time: 5 years

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