Course overview  

This course, fully accredited by the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT), ||provides an exciting opportunity to specialise in the art and science of building design. It offers a carefully balanced curriculum based on the twin pillars of architectural design and technology.

The design aspects aim to develop an understanding of architectural design concepts and theories. The technological aspects focus on construction technology, sustainable and green issues, material science, services and structures.

Studies are underpinned by other relevant issues such as statutory controls, including building regulations and British standards, health and safety, and professional practice. You will also learn essential presentation and drawing skills, using manual and computer-aided (CAD) methods.

The course has gained recognition as a designated Built Environment course from the Construction Industry Council (CIC), and maintains outstanding employment rates.  

Professional accreditation 

The course is fully accredited by the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT) |and Solent University is recognised as an Accredited Centre for Learning and Teaching of Architectural Technology. You will be entitled to CIAT's free student membership and eligible for Associate Membership upon graduation. This degree has additional accreditation from the Association of Building Engineers (ABE) and is designated as course in the Built Environment by the Construction Industry Council (CIC).  

Course content

Year 1

Covers:

• Architectural Design
• Construction Technology and Surveying
• Construction Science and Materials
• Architectural Drawing (Manual and CAD)
• Law and Management

Year 2

Covers:

• Architectural Design
• Construction Technology
• Specification and Detailing (Manual and CAD)
• Economics
• Procurement and Project Management
• Health and Safety
• Building Engineering

Year 3

Includes:

• Design Project
• Sustainable Design Project
• Research project
• Building Surveying and Refurbishment
• Professional practice
• Sustainability and Innovation

 

Assessment

Design-based portfolios, essays, research projects, reports, examinations, and presentations. Project work is continuously assessed to provide regular feedback and to enable you to develop and increase your creative skills and practical awareness.  

Entry level

• 180 points from at least two GCE/VCE A Levels. AS Levels and Key Skills qualifications may count towards these points.
• A good BTEC National Certificate/Diploma Merit at GNVQ Advanced Level in a suitable subject.
• A relevant Access course will also be considered.
• Students who do not meet the 180 points may be considered on an individual basis.

Pre-C2000: 8 points.
The course welcomes applications from entrants who may be admitted on the basis of experience rather than standard qualifications. Direct entry to Level 2 may be offered to holders of a suitable HND or HNC.  

Special features

The Architectural Technology degree at the University is an exciting opportunity to specialise in the art and science of building design. The course offers a carefully balanced curriculum based on the twin pillars of Architectural Design and Technology. Studies are also underpinned by other relevant issues such as statutory controls, including Building Regulations and British Standards, health and safety and professional practice and specification. 

Career opportunities

Graduates are prepared for widely varied career opportunities within a range of organisations. These include architectural and architectural technology practices, local authorities, housing associations and building contractors. Alternatively you could set up your own own private consultancy and practice as an architectural technology professional.

The Architectural Technologist can expect a fulfilling career in a number of roles within a design or construction team. Projects could involve preparing detailed design schemes for new buildings, refurbishment and conversions of older buildings, production of detailed drawings, specification writing and material selection, project management and contract administration and preparing documents for statutory approvals. 

Options available

Foundation year     
Curriculum Plus  

Special facilities

• Dedicated Studio fully equipped with drawing boards, CAD stations, plotters, printers, large format scanners, digital cameras and digitizers
• AutoCAD Suite with specialist software
• Construction and Materials Laboratories
• Library

 

Field trips

Study visits are arranged to places of design and architectural interest. 

Industrial placement

Although there is no formal industrial placement, the course operates a successful Work Placement scheme where you can gain valuable work experience.  

Further information

The course is part of the Built Environment Degree programme with shared modules across various pathways. This allows you to study alongside and interact with those from other disciplines within the programme. This way you can understand and appreciate the construction /design team and building projects as an integrated process.

The vocational and practical emphasis of the course is intended to develop professionalism within graduates and to maximise employment opportunities. The programme enjoys and maintains excellent links with employers from a broad section of the industry. Studies are enhanced by real case studies and guest speakers from relevant disciplines.

*Note

This course is also available with a Technology Foundation year| (Level 0). There are different UCAS codes for the main degree and the degree with a Foundation Year. Please make sure the correct UCAS code, as listed below, is entered on your UCAS application form.

BA(Hons) Architectural Technology with Technology Foundation Year
UCAS code: K238 BA/ATP

This course is also available with a Language Foundation Year (English) (Level 0). |Please make sure the correct UCAS code, as listed below, is entered on your UCAS application form.

BA(Hons) Architectural Technology with Language Foundation Year
UCAS code: K1Q3 BA/ATWLE4

Programme Specification

The current academic year (2008-2009) programme specification for this course can be found via the Faculty of Technology course list| held in our Programme Specification centre.

Contacts

For further information on the course please contact the

Faculty of Technology

Tel: 023 80319975

E-mail: ft.admissions@solent.ac.uk|

International Students please contact the International Service:

Tel: +44 (0) 23 8031 9129

Fax: +44 (0) 23 8031 9412

E-mail: international@solent.ac.uk|

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