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Architectural Design and Technology with Foundation Year BSc (Hons)

University of Salford

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University of Salford
UCAS CODE: K194

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Peel Park Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary


Behind every grand design is great technical expertise. As our built environment becomes more complex, the BSc (Hons) Architectural Design and Technology with Foundation Year degree at Salford is your gateway to a rewarding career making building concepts a reality.

Architectural technologists specialise in the essential information for successful architecture. By applying design skills and sophisticated technology, they can bring an architect’s concept to its final construction. With the global built environment sector increasingly reliant on technology to create sustainable urban spaces, architectural design and technology graduates are in demand.


Learn to design a better built environment

If you are fascinated by the technical side of architecture, our Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT) accredited course will guide you through the technical, constructional and environmental aspects of building creation. Led by international experts, you will study at our Peel Park campus, minutes from buzzing central Manchester. The Foundation Year pathway provides you with a solid grounding in key subjects in built environment practice, so you are ready to meet the prerequisites for studying a full degree course. Learning focuses on effective communication and study skills combined with built environment specific teaching. On successful completion of the Foundation Year, you will progress to our full BSc Architectural Design and Technology degree, where you will follow a three-year, modular programme based on industry skills and competencies. You will study architectural theory alongside practical design projects, all delivered in a collaborative studio culture that reflects how contemporary architecture firms work.


Get closer to industry

Drawing on our strong industry connections, you will develop strong design awareness and a solid understanding of construction processes. You will learn how to manage BIM and design information, build digital design skills and enhance your design portfolio, drawing on guest lectures and live briefs to present and interact with industry. You can also include an industry placement between years two and three to gain additional professional experience to enhance your CV.


Features

• Accredited by Chartered Institute of Architectural Technicians (CIAT)
• Build core skills required by a built environment professional, including team working, critical analysis, problem solving and project management
• Acquire the skills and knowledge so you're ready to study for the full BSc (Hons) Architectural Design and Technology degree
• Learn how to apply modelling and analysis to explore interactions between a building and its internal and external environments
• Study the relationships between shape, material, performance, load, and construction
• Explore the role of nature, people and technology in design, and the environmental dimensions that influence the building design process
• Develop critical awareness and appreciation of architectural design, gaining the ability to propose design solutions for new and existing structures
• Understand fabrication, contemporary construction and 3-D conceptions, developing competence in digital construction and BIMThis course is not open to international students.

Application deadline

29 January

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University information

University of Salford

University of Salford

  • University League Table

    73rd

  • Campus address

    University of Salford, The Crescent, Salford, Manchester, M5 4WT, England

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Architecture

    29th out of 55 2

    15th out of 36 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 208
    126 60%

    36th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    86.0 86%

    17th

    8

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.91 73%

    46th

    28

  • Entry standards

    / Max 158
    121 77%

    18th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    87.0 87%

    18th

    2

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.92 73%

    27th

    4

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