Architectural Technologist

University College Birmingham
Undergraduate HNC Part-time 2 Years Architecture and planning

A-Level Entry

EE

UCAS Points

32 points

About this course

OVERVIEW Our full-time or part-time Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Architectural Technology enables you to build up your knowledge and practical skills in construction to become a vital professional in this rapidly growing sector. This course is aimed at any adult learner looking to develop their professional skills to meet the demands of employers in the construction sector. You will get a broad introduction to construction and different architectural technology functions.

In addition to providing a solid foundation in construction and architectural principles and technology, our dedicated lecturers boast extensive industry knowledge and are committed to creating a supportive learning environment where innovation and creativity can thrive. This course equips you with the competencies and confidence needed to excel in a variety of roles such as an architectural technologist or a senior architectural technician.

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?

EXPERT TUITION: Learn from our highly qualified staff with extensive practical knowledge of construction - supported by expert guest lecturers MODERN METHODS:There is a firm focus on sustainability and health and safety to meet the demands of the future  PRACTICAL APPLICATION : Get hands-on experience studying in our cutting-edge construction facilities NO EXAMS: If you are not keen on exams, this course is for you. Unlike many courses in this field, you will have no written exams during or at the end of the course and will be assessed through coursework only AWARD-WINNING UNIVERSITY: Study at the highest-ranking university in the region according to student choice (Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2023)

FACILITIES Students on our construction and engineering courses learn in real-world training environments. Our Centre for Sustainable Construction offers state-of-the-art facilities specifically designed to develop skills that support employers and their supply chains, along with specialist facilities for design and IT skills at Camden House. Facilities include:

  • Design studios with industry-standard CAD software (AutoCAD and Revit)

  • 3D printers and plotters

  • Renewable energy simulators

  • Hydraulics test equipment

  • Production line technology

  • Total station surveying tools

  • Control engineering rigs

  • Cyber-physical system

  • Mechatronics automation

  • PLCs

  • Fluid dynamics software

  • Enhanced IT facilities

    CAREERS AND PROGRESSION

  • Architectural Technologist

  • Senior architectural technician

  • Senior architectural technologist or project architect

  • Architectural technician

    Completing this HNC will give you the opportunity to move onto the second year of the Construction Management BSc (Hons) course.

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  • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades EE
    UCAS Tariff Points 32 points

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2452 Chartered architectural technologists, planning officers and consultants
    3114 Building and civil engineering technicians
    1122 Production managers and directors in construction
    3541 Estimators, valuers and assessors
    2451 Architects
    3120 CAD, drawing and architectural technicians

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Higher National Certificate - HNC
    Study Mode
    Part-time
    Duration
    2 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Birmingham
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Architecture and planning