This professionally-focused course is your gateway to a career in the architecture industry. You’ll explore how buildings are created, procured, constructed and managed, and develop a practical and imaginative approach to design through a project-based learning experience.
As a specialist in architectural technology, you’ll be the link between concept and reality. You’ll learn to identify, assess and challenge client and user requirements, translating ideas and possibilities into effective, practical and sustainable building solutions.
Based in our Grade II* listed Gothic Revival style Arkwright building, you’ll study in a studio culture that reflects modern practice, preparing you for your graduate career from day one.
**Key features**
**Inspiring spaces** | Work in our creative studio space, professional facilities and workshops, including a model making studio, 3D printing spaces, and dedicated computer labs featuring all the relevant software packages.
**Industry-facing projects** | Take part in industry-set design projects, with creative briefs from real clients. Recently, students have worked with Nottingham City Council, Gedling Country Park, and Nottingham-based charity Emmanuel House.
**Placement year** | Gain vital skills and experience in the workplace by undertaking a one-year placement on our sandwich route. Previously, students have spent their placements at companies such as Benoy, Foster + Partners, Gensler and Pozzoni Architecture Ltd.
**Exhibitions and shows** | Exhibit your work at our final year Degree Shows and our annual Architecture Exchange event, attended by industry experts and prospective employers.
Course Details - Modules
Year One
- Technology and Design Studio 1 (60 credits)
- Construction Technology 1 (20 credits)
- Architecture in Context (20 credits)
- Integrated Design Communication 1 (20 credits)
Year Two
- Technology and Design Studio 2 (60 credits)
- Construction Technology 2 (20 credits)
- Integrated Design Communication 2 (20 credits)
- Professional Development and Employability (20 credits)
Year Three
- Placement Year
Year Four
- Technology Design Studio 3 (60 credits)
- Integrated Design Communications 3 (20 credits)
- Contract Administration (20 credits)
- Research Project (20 credits)
- Degree Show exhibition
In your final year, you'll be invited to display your work as part of NTU's Degree Shows. The events are an opportunity for all final year students studying across NTU's Art and Design-based courses to showcase their work to our network of industry professionals and prospective employers, invited specifically for this purpose.
Course Details – Assessment Method
You’ll be assessed through a mix of coursework, design projects, e-tests, visual essays, exams and practical methods. Coursework includes group and individual projects, reports, presentations, essays and portfolios.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Architectural Technologists, Chartered Institute of
Chartered Institute of Building
Chartered Surveyors, Royal Institution of
How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
K101
Institution code:
N91
Campus Name:
City Campus
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
104 UCAS Tariff points from three A-Levels or equivalent qualifications.
We will consider T Levels for entry to this course, either as stand-alone qualifications or in conjunction with other Level 3 qualifications, in accordance with the specified course tariff points.
Pass your Access course with 60 credits overall with a minimum of 45 credits at level 3
120 UCAS Tariff points from your BTEC Level 3 National Diploma and one A-Level or equivalent qualification.
120 UCAS Tariff points from your BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate and two A-Levels or equivalent qualifications.
We also consider equivalent qualifications and combinations. Please contact Nottingham Trent University Admissions team for further information.
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Minimum Qualification Requirements
Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.
English language requirements
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Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
70%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
55%
Go onto work and study:
100%
Fees and funding
Additional Fee Information
Tuition fees for 2022 entry are yet to be confirmed. As a guide and to enable you to plan your finances, the fees for Home undergraduate students for 2021 are £9250. The current expectation is that the University may increase this for future and subsequent years of study in line with inflation and as specified by the Government.
Provider information
50 Shakespeare Street
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Nottingham
NG1 4FQ
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