Architectural Technology (Top-Up) BSc (Hons)
Please note this course is only recruiting for September 2025. Recruitment will be closed for 2026.
Our Architectural Technology Top Up BSc is one of the programmes within the 3-Dimensional Design (3DD) subject area in the Faculty of Arts, Science and Technology (FAST). The Top-Up degree will build upon your project management, design and technical skills. You’ll develop your knowledge of the industry and legislation, experience realistic projects and develop creative skills.
Our dedicated studio in the Creative Hub provides a great ambience for learning and teaching of architectural technology. This is complimented with state-of-the art CAD suites and a workshop shared with other programmes within the 3DD subject area. Shared facilities provide our students with the opportunity and unique experience of interacting and sharing ideas with students from product design, fashion, graphics, etc.
This Architectural Technology course has been accredited by the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT) and has also been recently redeveloped to align with the newest QAA Subject Benchmark Statement for Architectural Technology.
Campus Information
Waterside Campus
Intakes
- Jan
- May
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 21
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Upon completion of Architectural Technology Top Up degree graduates have the opportunity for positions in Architectural/Architectural practices, construction firms, government institutions such as county council or BREEAM.
PSW Opportunity
- 2 Years PSW is applicable after completing a minimum duration of 9 months course (like- Undergraduate, Postgraduate Level)
- 3 Years PSW is applicable after completing PhD level courses.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
BANGLADESH
We accept the following qualifications:
- Higher Secondary Certificate / Intermediate,
- Year 1 of Bachelor’s degree in Bangladesh from an institution listed on UKNARIC,
- International Baccalaureate Diploma,
- International Baccalaureate Certificate with good results,
- Successful completion of a Foundation program from a UK awarding body,
- A Levels
INDIA
We accept the following qualifications:
- Standard 12,
- International Baccalaureate Diploma,
- International Baccalaureate Certificate with good results,
- Successful completion of a Foundation program from a UK awarding body,
- A Levels
NEPAL
We accept the following qualifications:
- Higher Secondary Education Board Examination,
- International Baccalaureate Diploma,
- International Baccalaureate Certificate with good results,
- Successful completion of a Foundation program from a UK awarding body,
- A Levels
PAKISTAN
We accept the following qualifications:
- High School Certificate,
- 2-Year Bachelor’s degree in Pakistan from an institution listed on UKNARIC,
- International Baccalaureate Diploma,
- International Baccalaureate Certificate with good results,
- Successful completion of a Foundation program from a UK awarding body,
- A Levels
SRI LANKA
We accept the following qualifications:
- A-Levels (Sri Lanka or the UK)
- International Baccalaureate Diploma,
- Successful completion of a Foundation program from a UK awarding body
Please include the following documents with your completed application form:
- Details of your English Language competence, for example, Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOFEL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) tests or equivalent.
- Certified copies of your school certificates and any other relevant qualifications. A certified copy is a photocopy that has an original official stamp of your school, college, or university on it. The stamp should not be a photocopy.
- At least one reference (signed and on headed paper).
- A personal statement to explain why you are interested in studying your chosen course.
Bachelors degrees: IELTS 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each band (or equivalent)
- Course Code: K212
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 01 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
17000 GBP
Average Cost of Living: 13632 GBP /year
Application Fee: N/A
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