30Sep
UndergraduateCourse summary
Do you enjoy being creative? Do you have a vision for the development of buildings which are sustainable and support wellbeing? Are you interested in digitalisation, including Building Information Modelling (BIM) and Lean Construction? Our Architectural Technology course could help you on your way towards a dynamic and fulfilling career. You could gain a thorough understanding of architectural detailing and construction techniques to provide value for users and reduce waste in construction. You would to be able to apply your expertise to the design of cost-efficient and sustainable buildings. You can look at examples of our students' work here - https://radar.hud.ac.uk/ Why study Architectural Technology?
- Develop the skills to become a creative designer, capable of managing the progress of a construction project, whilst understanding the materials, components, structural systems and environments behind the world’s best buildings.
- Acquire expertise in the latest construction digitalisation strategies, such as Building Information Modelling (BIM), and on strategies to improve value and reduce waste through Lean Construction.
- Develop skills aligned to the state of the art in industry practice, with an emphasis on enterprise and continuing professional development.
- You could have the opportunity to work in a range of architectural and construction-related areas, as well as become prepared for further study and research.
- Be able to become a global practitioner though an understanding of how context, climate, culture and materials influence architectural technologies.
Modules
Year 1 Core modules: Construction Business Architectural Technology Environmental Science and Services Digital Technology 1 Applied Architectural Technology 1 Technology 1: An Introduction to Architectural Technology Year 2 Core modules: Collaborative Project Architectual Technology Technology 2: Integrated Technology Digital Technology 2 Applied Architectural Technology 2 Year 3 - optional placement year Final Year Core modules: Professional Practice Building Inspection Sustainable Design and Construction Major Project Dissertation Digital Technology 3
Assessment method
You will be taught through a series of lectures and tutorials and your assessment will include coursework, presentations and exams. Your module specification/course handbook will provide full details of the assessment criteria applying to your course.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Architectural Technologists, Chartered Institute of
- Building Engineers, Chartered Association of
How to apply
25Jan
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
Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
Read our guidance on developing your portfolio and what to expect from your interview - https://www.hud.ac.uk/undergraduate/how-to-apply/interviews/ Other suitable experience or qualifications will be considered. For further information please see the University's minimum entry requirements.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://www.hud.ac.uk/undergraduate/how-to-apply/entry-requirements/
Additional entry requirements
Interview
English language requirements
If your first language is not English, you will need to meet the minimum requirements of an English Language qualification. The minimum for IELTS is 6.0 overall with no element lower than 5.5, or equivalent will be considered acceptable.
Read more about the University’s entry requirements for students outside of the UK on our 'Where are you from?' information pages.
Unistats information
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| EU | £16000 | Year 1 |
| International | £16000 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Tuition fees will cover the cost of your study at the University as well as charges for registration, tuition, supervision and examinations. For more information about funding, fees and finance for UK students, including what your tuition fee covers, please see Fees and finance - http://www.hud.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-and-finance/
If you are an EU or international student coming to study at the University of Huddersfield, please visit the International Fees and Finance pages for full details of tuition fees and support available - https://www.hud.ac.uk/international/fees-and-funding/
Please email the Student Finance Office ([email protected]) or call 01484 472210 for more information about fees and finance.
Sponsorship information
Please see our website for more information - http://www.hud.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-and-finance/undergraduate-scholarships/
Provider information
University of Huddersfield
Queensgate
Huddersfield
HD1 3DH
Clearing contact details
Clearing places available at Huddersfield UniGeneral Clearing for Applicants
Additional information
Clearing Phone Line Opening Times: Thursday 17 August - 8.00am to 7.00pm Friday 18 August - 9.00am to 5.00pm Saturday 19 August - 10.00am to 3.00pm Sunday 20 August - closed Monday 21 August to Thursday 24 August - 9.00am to 5.00pm Friday 25 August: 09.00am to 4.00pm