Architectural Technologists are enlisted on architectural projects to translate a designer’s intentions into feasible development proposals. They are specialists in analysing the requirements and challenges of a construction project and applying the best fit technology, materials and processes. A fully qualified Chartered Architectural Technologist is qualified to manage construction projects from design through to build.

 

This course prepares students with design, technical and management skills, and teaches them to apply scientific principles and practical knowledge in constructing buildings to meet building performance criteria. Students gain a sound understanding of advanced computer technology in 3D Computer Aided Design and visualisation in the production of design details, and knowledge of administering contracts and projects in fulfilling client and current regulation needs.

 

The BSc (Hons) Architectural Technology aims to:

1. Produce graduates who are committed to a career in architectural technology.
2. Produce graduates equipped to take up responsible professional employment in the architectural design industry and become lifelong learners with an appreciation of the value to society of an education in architectural technology.
3. Produce graduates who have a breadth and depth of knowledge and understanding of the key aspects of the scientific, technological and organisational principles of technical design problems in architecture.
4. Allow graduates to acquire and develop analytical and problem-solving skills, and subject-specific skills. To acquire and develop the ability to evaluate evidence, arguments, and assumptions, to reach sound judgements, and communicate effectively.
5. To develop graduates who approach design problems creatively and who have the technical skills to see their ideas through to realisation.
6. Provide an opportunity to those in full-time employment to study towards a degree in Architectural Technology on a part-time basis.
7. To create a unique educational environment that seeks to benefit from the practical experience of mature and part-time students.
8. Provide an education centred within the Built Environment that recognises the important roles of other professions in the development of the Built Environment and cultivates interaction and teamwork with these other professionals.