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

Architectural Technology

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Architectural Technology course at Edinburgh Napier University.

Select a qualification to see required grades

A level

C,C,C

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: K236

Here's what Edinburgh Napier University says about its Architectural Technology course.

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.

Source: Edinburgh Napier University

Course details

Qualification

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

Department

School of Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment

Location

Merchiston Campus | Edinburgh

Duration

4 Years

Study mode

Full-time

Subjects

• Architectural technology

Start date

7 September 2026

Application deadline

14 January 2026

Tuition fees

LocationFees
England£9,790 per year
Scotland£1,820 per year
Wales£9,790 per year
Northern Ireland£9,790 per year
Republic of Ireland£9,790 per year

Edinburgh Napier University student reviews

(4.2)
Based on 16 reviews from Edinburgh Napier University's students and alumni
5 star
44%
4 star
31%
3 star
25%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
All reviews

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1st year student

1 year ago

I've never had an issue so far with the student union but I have heard good things

(5)
Student Union

1st year student

1 year ago

Students are all great and easy to talk to. I like the various groups they offer

(5)
University life

1st year student

1 year ago

My studies are covered which is great, I wouldn't be here without it. Of course it's hard to travel in each day but it's cheaper than living closer to uni.

(3)
Finance

1st year student

1 year ago

Feedback on work is always respectful to me even when saying what I haven't done right or need to work on. They always provide helpful insights such as going over assignments briefs with us

(5)
Support

1st year student

1 year ago

I like the different levels of the libraries/quiet spaces. Toilets are always extremely clean. I don't live in uni accommodation so have nothing to say on that

(5)
Facilities

1st year student

1 year ago

The course works well. The modules are very helpful at getting an overview and the timing of lectures each week don't feel like they're rushing through or going to slow. Tutorials are helpful when people decide to talk

(4)
Course

National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Edinburgh Napier University

The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.

Here you can see ratings from Edinburgh Napier University students who took the Architectural Technology course - or another course in the same subject area.

Architecture

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

84%

low

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

96%

high

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

76%

low

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

88%

med

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

88%

med

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

80%

med

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

68%

low

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

88%

med

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

80%

med

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

80%

low

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

88%

high

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

44%

low

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

60%

low

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

84%

med

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

80%

low

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

84%

low

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

76%

med

How well organised is your course?

80%

med

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

100%

high

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

92%

med

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

75%

low

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

42%

low

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

67%

low

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

83%

med

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

80%

med

Overall, I am satisfied with the quality of the course.

75%

med

How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

73%

low

Student information

See who's studying at Edinburgh Napier University. These students are taking Architectural Technology or another course from the same subject area.

Architecture
Mode of study
Full-time95%Part-time5%
Gender ratio
Female36%Male64%
Where students come from
International6%UK94%
Student performance
2:1 or above93%
Number of students180
Most popular A-levels studied
SubjectGrade
Art and DesignC
Business StudiesC
MathematicsD
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

We have no information about graduates who took Architectural Technology at Edinburgh Napier University.

Earnings after graduation

Earnings from Edinburgh Napier University graduates who took Architectural Technology - or another course in the same subject area.

Architecture, building and planning

Earnings

£25.2k

First year after graduation

£32.5k

Third year after graduation

£31.9k

Fifth year after graduation

Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Architectural Technology.

Source: LEO

Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree

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