Architectural Technology - BSc/BSc (Hons) - Part-time

An architectural technologist is a specialist in the technological aspects of building design and construction, bridging the gap between design theory and construction practice. This industry focused course provides you with the skills required for employment in this specialist and high demand industry sector.

An architectural technologist is a specialist in the technological aspects of building design and construction, bridging the gap between design theory and construction practice. This industry-focused course provides you will the skills required for employment in this specialist and high demand industry sector. As a designer you'll be responsible for the development and completion of projects. You'll learn to advise on appropriate technology and bring a creative attitude and detail to design, using both graphic and computer aided drafting techniques. This course is very creative with plenty of practical experience allowing you to develop your design skills. You'll gain a good level of understanding of the construction industry. The course is also accredited by the Chartered Institute for Architectural Technologists and the Chartered Institute of Building. You'll learn creative and technical skills relating to the design and technical aspects of building, such as computer aided design, design, specification and modelling. As well, you'll develop knowledge and abilities in related area, such as management and conservation. View Full Screen

What's involved This part-time course is designed to provide you with an in-depth knowledge of the construction industry and professional practices. Students attend one day per week (Day Release) and complete 4 modules each year (2 per semester). To gain an Honours Degree you will need to complete 24 modules and 18 modules for an Ordinary Degree. The course will involve lectures, tutorials, laboratory sessions and independent study. Year 1 Building Design & Technology 1, Design Information Technology 1, Property & Construction Business Law, Architectural Technology 1 Year 2 Building Engineering & Construction Mathematics, Option 1, Option 2, choice of: Construction Management 1, Surveying 1, Planning & Development 1, Construction Cost Procedures, Surveying 2, Introduction to Contemporary Architecture, Introduction to Modern Architecture, Civil Engineering Materials, Construction Engineering, Valuation 1 Year 3 Building Design & Technology 2, Architectural Technology 2, Building Engineering 2, Design Information Technology 2 Year 4 Construction Management 2, Architectural Technology 3, Construction Project Management 1, Architectural Practice & Management Year 5 Building Design & Technology 3, Contract Admin & Practice, Building Control & Fire Engineering, Sustainable Development Year 6 Project Evaluation, Architectural Technology 4 Students of this course are eligible for the Best Timber-related dissertation prize and Best Timber Design Project prize. For detailed information on individual modules, visit the Module Description page To find out more about part-time possibilities please contact us using the enquiries button. Professional accreditation Please ensure that if you are seeking a course which leads to accreditation with a professional body you have checked what the requirements are or have contacted us for specific advice. We cannot accept any responsibility if the course you select does not subsequently meet your requirements.

Requirements at a glanceEntry to the courseTypical year 1 SQA HigherBBBB A LevelBCC Irish Leaving CertificateB1, B2, B2, B2 at higher level. HNCB in Graded Unit in related subject. Subjects requiredMaths and English (or other literary subject) at Standard Grade (2 or above), GCSE (B or above) or OL grade A2 or above. Typical year 2 SQA Advanced Higher A LevelBBB HNDB in Graded Units in related subject Typical year 3 Irish Ordinary Degree50% or above at first sitting in all subjects in the final year. Typical year 4 Irish Ordinary Degree60% or above at first sitting, 50% in all subjects in the final year.Fees TableFees 2012/132013/14 Scottish/EU £305£305per 20 creditsRest of UK £1,085£1,105per 20 creditsOverseas£1,875£1,950per 20 credits Fees displayed are correct at the time of publication but the University Court reserves the right to make changes in fees at any time, and without notice, before or after the student's admission to the University.Tuition fees are reviewed annually and will rise each year during your programme of study, at least in line with inflation.