Architectural Technology BSc (Hons)
Edinburgh Napier University
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Merchiston Campus

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Full Time

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Start date

SEP-25

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Duration

4 Years

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

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Merchiston Campus

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SEP-25

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4 Years

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Enrol in an Architectural Technology course thats creative with plenty of practical experience to develop your design and technical skills.An architectural technologist is a specialist in the technological aspects of building design and construction, bridging the gap between design theory and construction practices.One of only two of its kind in Scotland, Edinburgh Napier University’s accredited architectural technology course will teach you the skills required for a successful career in the ...Read more

Enrol in an Architectural Technology course that's creative with plenty of practical experience to develop your design and technical skills.An architectural technologist is a specialist in the technological aspects of building design and construction, bridging the gap between design theory and construction practices.One of only two of its kind in Scotland, Edinburgh Napier University’s accredited architectural technology course will teach you the skills required for a successful career in the industry, including the fundamentals in building design requirements from development through to completion.You will learn key skills in areas of design and development so that you are proficient in advising on and working with innovative architecture technology. This course will help you gain a creative attitude and be skilled in detailing to design, using both graphic and computer-aided drafting techniques. With an architectural technology degree, you can work alongside architects and engineers to transform large-scale concepts into reality.This course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT) and host the CIAT Centre of Excellence, and is also accredited by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB).Please visit our website for full course and module details.

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WUSCA ranking:
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75/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
20th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
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86th
Architecture
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 80 = 20% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
20%
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75%
What students say
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Anna
24 Jan 24

Best university experience only university with architectural technology very friendly not too stressful..Read more

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Lauren
28 Feb 23

Range of subjects to study so you aren't limited as well as all the facilities needed to carry out your study Could improve on student support, particularly within your course as..Read more

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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

CCC Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

BBBC Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

M:45 Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

26 Grades / Points required

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

H3,H3,H3,H3 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DD Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

MMM Grades / Points required

T Level:

P Grades / Points required

In addition, GCSE grade C/4 in Maths is required.

In addition, National 5 grade C in Maths is required (Applications of Maths is accepted).If you are eligible for an adjusted offer under our Contextual Admissions Policy, please see the ‘Minimum Qualification Requirements’ below.

Pass Access to HE Diploma in a related subject with 45 credits overall with minimum 45 Credits at Merit.Maths required at Level 2 or above as part of the Access to HE Diploma if GCSE Maths grade C/4 has not been achieved.

Award of Diploma with 26 points overall with three Higher Level subjects at grades 5, 5, 5.In addition, Standard Level Maths at grade 4 is required.

In addition, Ordinary Level Maths at grade O4 is required.

DD (Distinction, Distinction) in a related subject.In addition, GCSE grade C/4 in Maths is required.

MMM (Merit, Merit, Merit) in a related subject.In addition, GCSE grade C/4 in Maths is required.

In addition, GCSE grade C/4 in Maths is required.

Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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Students from England

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£1,820 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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Anna
24 Jan 24
Architectural Technology BSc (Hons)
Best university experience only university with architectural technology very friendly not too stressful...
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Lauren
28 Feb 23
Architectural Technology BSc (Hons)
Range of subjects to study so you aren't limited as well as all the facilities needed to carry out your study Could improve on student support, particularly within your course as...
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Edinburgh Napier University
10 Colinton Road Edinburgh Edinburgh, City Of EH10 5DT United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Edinburgh Haymarket  0.5 miles away
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