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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: K236

Architectural Technology

Edinburgh Napier University
Edinburgh, Scotland
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4 yearsDuration
£21,120Per Year (Intl)
£9,790Home Fee
86%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in architecture and the built environment with the BSc (Hons) Architectural Technology at Edinburgh Napier University. Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. 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 ... Home/uk fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 86% student satisfaction rating, a 88% continuation rate, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Building Design and Construction Principles
Architectural Technology and Practice
Computer-Aided Design and Detailing
Building Regulations and Compliance
Structural Systems and Materials
Construction Management and Project Planning
Digital Visualisation and Representation
Professional Practice and Technology Integration
UCAS Code:K236
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

CCC

Standard entry is BBBC (Scottish Higher). A-level minimum is CCC. Advanced entry to Year 2 requires BBB plus GCSE Grade C/4 Maths.

International Baccalaureate

27 points

Award of Diploma with 26 points overall with three Higher Level subjects at grades 6, 5, 4.

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic56

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£21,120

per year

Total Course Cost (4 years)£84,480

Home Student Fee

£9,790

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records)

💰 Graduate Salaries — Edinburgh Napier University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
3 years£20,000£23,000£28,000
5 years£21,000£30,000£34,500

UK subject average: £25,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation Close to UK average salary
This course
£23,000
UK average
£25,000
Salary 5 years after graduation 20% above UK average salary
This course
£30,000
UK average
£25,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £7,000 from year 3 to year 5

Indicative Data

Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH13-01-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

65%Working
5%Studying
15%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
55%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Course-level data

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
86%
Learning opportunities
79%
Assessment and feedback
72%
Academic support
80%
Organisation and management
78%
Learning resources
90%
Student voice
64%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
88%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: This specific course at this provider

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About Edinburgh Napier University

Edinburgh Napier University offers Architectural Technology as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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