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Architectural Technology (with Foundation Year) BA (Hons)

Nottingham Trent University

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    City Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP-25

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Our integrated foundation degrees offer a unique gateway to our degree courses for those who currently don't meet the degree-level entry criteria.As a specialist in architectural technology, you’ll be the link between concept and reality. You’ll learn to identify, assess and challenge client and user requirements, translating ideas and possibilities into effective, practical and sustainable building solutions.This professionally focused course is your gateway to a career in the architecture industry. You’ll explore how buildings are created, procured, constructed and managed, and develop a practical and imaginative approach to design through project-based learning.As a specialist in architectural technology, you’ll be the link between concept and reality. You’ll learn to identify, assess and challenge client and user requirements, translating ideas and possibilities into effective, practical and sustainable building solutions.Based in our Grade II listed Gothic Revival style Arkwright building, you’ll study in a studio culture that reflects modern practice. Specialist facilities and expert guidance from staff will prepare you for a successful graduate career from day one.


Key Features

- Inspiring Spaces | Work in our dedicated creative studio space, professional facilities, and workshops, including a model-making studio, 3D printing spaces, and dedicated computer labs featuring all the software you need for your projects.- Industry-Facing Projects | Take part in industry-set design projects, with creative briefs from real clients. Recently, students have worked with Nottingham City Council, Gedling Country Park, and Nottingham-based charity Emmanuel House.- Placement Year | Gain vital skills and experience in the workplace by undertaking a one-year placement on our sandwich route. Previous, students have spent their placements at companies such as Benoy, Foster + Partners, Gensler and Pozzoni Architecture Ltd.- Exhibitions and Shows | Exhibit your work at our final year Degree Shows and our annual Architecture Exchange event, attended by industry experts and prospective employers.


Key Statistics

- Student Satisfaction | 100% of students on our BSc (Hons) Architectural Technology sandwich-route would recommend studying at NTU to others.- Top 1 Ranking | NTU is 1st for the number of UG students studying Architecture, building and planning (HESA, 2021/22).- Top 2 Ranking | NTU is the 2nd most sustainable university in the world (UI GreenMetric World University Rankings 2023).- Top 6 Ranking | NTU is ranked joint 6th in the UK for Architecture Graduate Prospects (Complete University Guide 2024).- Graduate Outcomes | 93% of our Architecture sandwich undergraduates with a first degree are in a ‘High Skilled’ role 15 months of finishing their degrees (latest Graduate Outcomes Survey 2020/21).

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 17,900per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

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University information

Nottingham Trent University

Nottingham Trent University

  • University League Table

    45th

  • Campus address

    Nottingham Trent University, 50 Shakespeare Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG1 4FQ, England

NTU is a truly international community, with students and staff from over 160 countries. Based in Nottingham – a welcoming and diverse student city in the UK.
Friendly and experienced regional teams offer expert advice to international students and families – meet in country or online.
Support with meeting entry requirements – preparation courses for bachelor's and master's, academic English and study skills, all on NTU City Campus.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    21st out of 55

    10th out of 36 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 208
    129 62%

    32nd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    86.0 86%

    17th

    11
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.21 80%

    18th

    9
  • Entry standards

    / Max 158
    119 75%

    25th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    89.0 89%

    14th

    3
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.16 79%

    7th

    3

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