Architectural Technology is a relatively new profession in the construction industry combining a passion for the built environment with a particular interest in technical design. The profession brings together a number of key skills and subjects such as sustainability, visualisation, materials and building technology. In today's environment, the use of information technology tools to develop technical solutions is a key component of the architectural technologist's portfolio.
In preparation for a career in practice, you will become proficient in a range of design, technical and management skills. This course provides an array of key transferable skills, allowing the opportunity for a student to apply for a career in a wide range of industries and/or continue their studies in a variety of fields.
You will benefit from visiting professionals from a range of disciplines, giving learning a strong sense of contemporary relevance. Our aim is to equip you with the professional and practical skills required in this industry and the placement is an exciting opportunity to gain practical experience within the architectural industry. You will also have the fantastic opportunity to travel, whether on study trips to look at the very best of international design or on student exchanges
Course Details - Modules
Modules are not listed for this Course.
Course Details – Assessment Method
Assessment Methods are not listed for this Course.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Architectural Technologists, Chartered Institute of
Building Engineers, Chartered Association 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:
K236
Institution code:
R36
Campus Name:
Main Site - Aberdeen
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
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
To include English (or a written subject requiring the use of English). Maths or a science subject is required at GCSE grade 5/C or above if not held at A Level.
Pass relevant HNC for entry to year 2. Interview may also be required
Pass relevant HND for entry to year 3. May require specific graded units and interview
Pass relevant HNC for entry to year 2. Interview is also required
Pass relevant HND for entry to year 3. May require specific graded units and interview.
To include English (or a written subject requiring the use of English). Maths or a science subject is required at National 5 grade C or above if not held at Higher.
Pass 60 credits to include 45 at Level 3 at grade Merit in Construction or a related discipline.
accepted
To include Higher Level English (or a written subject requiring the use of English). Maths is required at Standard Level grade 4 or above if not held at Higher Level.
Preferably to be held in Construction/Built Environment or a related discipline.
To include English (or a written subject requiring the use of English). Maths or a science subject is required at grade O3 or above if not held at Higher.
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Minimum Qualification Requirements
Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.
English language requirements
Test
Grade
AdditionalDetails
English Language Entry Requirement Information are not listed for this Course.
Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
85%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
66%
Go onto work and study:
95%
Fees and funding
Republic of Ireland
6750.0
Year 1
EU
6750.0
Year 1
Scotland
1820.0
Year 1
England
6750.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
6750.0
Year 1
Wales
6750.0
Year 1
Channel Islands
6750.0
Year 1
International
15490.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
The following course-related costs are not included in the course fees:
The cost of books that you may wish to purchase.
Costs associated with your placement / study abroad
Accommodation and Living costs
Printing and Binding (average): Year 1 £30, Year 2 £120, Year 3 £60, Year 4 £120
Models (average): Year 1 £10, Year 2 £40, Year 3 £40
Travel £20 (site visit for Year 4)
Materials £140 (average in Year 4)
International Travel £300 (optional in Year 2 or 3)
Laptop £800 (guidance on system requirements should be sought first before purchase.)
Provider information
Garthdee House
Garthdee Road
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Aberdeen
AB10 7QB
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