This course is available in Clearing. If you have submitted an application, you can add this course. If you haven’t sent us an application yet, you can do this until 24th September 2025.
University of East London has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
Our BSc (Hons) Architectural Design Technology is CIAT-accredited. It's a multidisciplinary course that blends architecture, engineering, building technology and construction management. Get a strong grounding in design and technology projects through hands-on architectural design. Cutting-edge facilities include industry-standard software for computer-aided drawing (AutoCAD, Revit, BIM, Adobe Illustrator, Rhino) and building design and energy performance simulations (Integrated Environmental Solutions (IES), and Design Builder). Take advantage of laboratories and workshops with laser cutters, 3D printers, and robotic arms. Our Architecture courses ranked 2nd in the UK in responses on “Teaching on my course” in the 2025 National Student Survey. A foundation year at the University of East London (UEL) is more than just an extra year—it’s your pathway to success. It helps you adjust to university life, build confidence, and develop essential skills for levels 4-6 of your chosen degree. With dedicated support, you’ll gain the knowledge needed to thrive in your studies and future career while becoming part of a supportive community.
Modules
The Foundation Year includes modules such as Mental Wealth and Professional Fitness, Creative and Technology Industries Study Skills, Creative and Technology Industries Data Skills, Media and Communication Skills, and Architecture and Visual Arts in Practice. In Year 1, you'll study The Built Environment, Construction Technology, Design Investigation 1, Design Integration 1, Technical Studies and Representation 1, and Mental Wealth: Professional Life 1. Year 2 introduces Tendering, Estimating and Cost Control, Contract Procedures, Design Investigation 2, Design Integration 2, Technical Studies and Representation 2, and Mental Wealth: Professional Life 2, with an optional Industrial Sandwich Placement. In Year 3, the focus shifts to Project Management, Design Investigation 3, Material Integration 3, Integrated Technology, Research in Practice, and Mental Wealth: Professional Life 3. For more information about individual modules, please visit our course pages via the link below.
Assessment method
This is a practical course, so you'll spend plenty of time in our Docklands-based design studios, labs and workshops using specialist software and technology. Project work is assessed within a design portfolio and supporting studies in the form of a bound report. We provide students with feedback on their progress throughout the year during tutorials and reviews. Construction management components will be assessed by coursework and exams. You'll be expected to carry out independent study to expand on what you learn in lectures, seminars and workshops. To support you, we'll provide digital materials, notes and handbooks and you'll also receive individual supervision and feedback from our dedicated academic members of staff. Feedback is provided within 15 working days in line with UEL's assessment and feedback policy.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Architectural Technologists, Chartered Institute of
How to apply
29Jan
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:
- KC55
- Institution code:
- E28
- Campus name:
- Docklands Campus
- Campus code:
- A
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 64 points
A level - CC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MPP
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MM
For detailed information on entry requirements for our courses, please see the individual course pages. We consider a range of UK and worldwide qualifications at the appropriate level and also take relevant work experience into account when considering an application. Many courses have a Foundation Year option for those students whose qualifications do not meet the BA or BSc entry requirements. Applicants should have, or be working towards, grade C in GCSE English and Mathematics (or equivalent Level 2 qualification such as Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Mathematics or Key Skills Level 2 in Application of Number and Communication) Entry requirements are intended only as a guide for applicants. They are not a guarantee of an offer, nor of the conditions that may apply. When making a decision on your academic suitability, we will make an assessment of you as an individual and will use information other than qualifications; which may include predicted grades, performance at Level 2, relevant work experience, previous study at degree level, personal statement, references and any portfolio, written test or interview, to make our decision. If you have any questions, please contact a member of our Applicant Relations Team from Monday to Friday (9am–5pm) on +44 (0) 20 8223 3333 or https://uel.ac.uk/about/contact-us
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| International | £15560 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
University of East London
Docklands Campus
4-6 University Way
Newham
E16 2RD
Course contact details
Visit our course pageApplicant Relations Team
0208 223 3333