Architectural Technology (Top-Up) BSc (Hons)

Course Content

• Course Details

  The Architectural Technology Top-Up programme is delivered in two semesters full time or four semesters part time.

  In Semester 1 you will be introduced to the general concepts and themes of Architectural Technology in a supportive learning environment. Emphasis is on acquiring skills and competence in Computer Aided Design (CAD), surveying and theoretical ideas. You will be developing and applying your skills and understanding of Architectural Technology in tandem with lectures on client-based scenarios and case studies. Specialist topics like architectural conservation, and architectural styles are introduced.

  In Semester 2 you will be utilising the skills and knowledge gained at the first semester of the course through practical application. You will be exploring professional opportunities and interacting with the world of work.

  Please note the modules shown here relate to the academic year 24/25. The modules relating to the academic year 25/26 will be available from June 2025.

  • Stage 1
    • Modelling, Simulation and Visualisation (20 Credits)
      Module code: 3DD3039

      Status: Compulsory
      The module enables students to develop their IT skills to an advanced level. The module focuses on enhancing BIM, building performance analysis, animation, and 3D modelling and visualisation quality, data intensity and end value. Students will learn to use models for intensive analysis and evaluation.
    • Project Management in Architecture 1 (20 Credits)
      Module code: 3DD3048

      Status: Compulsory
      This module develops critical thinking that will enable students to reflect upon best practice in the leadership and management of an architectural design project. Students will be required to justify project management and presentation judgments about the validity of ideas within a prescribed scenario.
    • Project Management in Architecture 2 (20 Credits)
      Module code: 3DD3049

      Status: Compulsory
      This module develops critical thinking that will enable students to reflect upon best practice in the leadership and management of an building construction project. Students will be required to justify construction project management and presentation skills within a prescribed scenario.
    • Research and Project Design for Architectural Technologists (20 Credits)
      Module code: 3DD3050

      Status: Compulsory
      The purpose of this module is to further develops students? theoretical, analytical, critical and practical skills to devise effective methods of analysis briefs, designing, evaluating, problem-solving, organizing and managing comprehensive architectural design and access statement to a professional standard. This is achieved via completion and presentation of analysis of a given brief, technical report, production of architectural design up to the developed design stage and presentation of the design proposal.
    • Final Major Project (40 Credits)
      Module code: 3DD4019

      Status: Compulsory
      The purpose of this module is to give the students the opportunity to prove their theoretical, analytical, critical and practical skills to devise effective methods of production of highly-technical project from a developed architectural design scheme up to the technical design stage. This is achieved via completion and presentation of a technical report, architectural and technical designs, detailing, specifications and presentation of a project.

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• FAQS

  Is the Architectural Technology Top Up course RIBA accredited?

  This course is not accredited by RIBA. It is accredited by CIAT.

  Can I work in Architectural Practice?

  Yes, once you’ve completed the degree you could work in Architectural Practice.

  What is the difference between Architectural Technology and Architecture?

  Architectural Technology is the art of building design, production of working drawings, detailing and specification writing. Architecture, on the other hand, is concerned with building design only. You will only need one degree to become a Chartered Architectural Technologist (through application and interview by CIAT). Whereas to be eligible to apply for Architecture chartership through RIBA you would need in addition to your undergraduate a MArch degree (Masters in Architecture) and a Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Practice.

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