Architectural Technology and Practice BSc (Hons)

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Architectural Technology and Practice BSc (Hons)

Architectural Technology and Practice BSc (Hons)

Why choose this course?This course is accredited by theChartered Institute of ArchitecturalTechnologists, so you can be sure thatyou’ll be getting the latest industrythinking as well as a recognisedprofessional qualification that will give youa real advantage in the graduate jobmarket. The course also scored 97% foroverall satisfaction in the latest NationalStudent Survey.

What you’ll coverAbout the courseThis course is a unique combination ofthe design, technology and science ofarchitecture, sustainability andconstruction. It is founded on the coresubject knowledge requirements of theChartered Institute of ArchitecturalTechnologists (CIAT). What makes itunique are its live projects and itsintegrated environmental approach to thedesign and application of CAD and BIMtechnology, digital designs and buildingsimulation systems. These have beencarefully nurtured since the course began.

How you’ll learnPractical architectural design andtechnology projects will form the basis ofyour study, supported by management,procurement and contracts as well asprofessional practice studies. We alsoregularly have industry experts as guestlecturers.

Your careerGraduates work in architectural practice,consultancy, government, propertydevelopment, building contracting,housing associations, banks and retailand manufacturing companies.

We’ve got links with local and overseascompanies such as Akar Studios, VirginAtlantic, Lathams and Creative Group, soyou can be sure that you’ll be getting allthe relevant professional knowledge andskills that employers are looking for.

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Technology and Structures 1 Architectural CAD

Design Analysis and PersonalDevelopment

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OptionsStage twoYou’ll choose from:▪ Design Communication ▪ Services and Sustainable Design.

Diploma in Professional PracticeYou’ll take:▪ Applied Professional Practice▪ Contemporary Issues in Professional

Practice.

Stage threeYou’ll choose from:▪ Sustainable Design Analysis ▪ Advanced Technical Design and

Detailing.

Where you will study: Derby Campus – Markeaton Street site

Entry requirements: Academic – 260 UCAS tariff points, ofwhich at least 220 must be from yourInternational Baccalaureate or equivalentqualification.

Language – A qualification such as IELTS6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in all areas) orTOEFL – 550 (paper based), 213(computer based), 80 (internet based).See our website for other acceptedqualifications or phone us: +44 (0)1332 591698.

Duration: 3 years full time. With an optionalplacement year, 4 years.

Course fees: £10,225 per year**These fees apply if you are starting this course between

September 2013 and August 2014. We recommend you

check fees as they can change. Costs can increase each year.

Start date: September

UCAS Code: K130

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Studio Design 2 and PersonalDevelopment Part B

Procurement, Contracts andLegal Studies

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Independent Study and Personal

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Additional informationYou’ll be based at Markeaton Streetwhere you’ll use the latest softwareincluding SketchUp, ArchiCAD, RevitArchitecture, Adobe Photoshop, 3ds MaxDesign, Ecotect and IES.

You’ll be able to get involved in live designcompetitions, and you can also gainvaluable industry experience on a workplacement between stages two and three.This also gives you an additionalqualification – the Diploma in ProfessionalPractice.

You will also exhibit your final year work atour degree show, which allows you toshowcase your work and make vitalindustry contacts. Graduates also exhibitin local and national shows such as FreeRange in London.

If you don’t have the appropriatequalifications to start this course, you canapply to study the Technology FoundationProgramme for a year first.

Get in touchDr Boris Ceranic

E: [email protected]

T: +44 (0)1332 593216

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