Architectural Technology BSc (Hons)

About the course

BSc Architectural Technology focuses on the technical design and delivery of buildings, bridging creative architectural concepts with practical construction and performance requirements. You’ll explore how buildings are designed, detailed and delivered, with an emphasis on sustainability, materials, regulations and digital technologies.

This course is designed for students who want to work at the technical heart of the built environment, supporting architects, engineers and construction professionals in the development of safe, efficient and innovative buildings.

Why this course
• Ranked in the top 15% universities in the world (Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2024)
• 8th university in England for undergraduate student satisfaction (National Student Survey 2024)
• Top 3 modern university in London (Complete University Guide 2025)

What you’ll study

You’ll build a solid foundation in architectural technology, while gaining professional skills valued across architecture, construction and the built environment sectors, including technical design development, digital modelling, building regulations compliance, sustainable construction principles and professional communication.

Modules offered can vary each year but may include:

• Architectural Design Technology

• Construction Technology and Materials

• Sustainable Building Design

• Building Information Modelling

• Professional Practice and Regulations

How you’ll learn

• Teaching through lectures, design studios, workshops and technical demonstrations

• Assessment through design projects, technical reports, coursework, presentations and portfolios

• Academic support through personal tutors, studio based learning and skills development sessions

You’ll also have access to digital learning resources that support independent study and assessment preparation.

Future opportunities

This course prepares you for careers focused on the technical design and delivery of buildings within the construction and built environment industries. You’ll develop skills that support collaboration across multidisciplinary project teams and real world construction contexts.

Example career areas include:

• Architectural technologist roles

• Technical design and consultancy

• Construction and project coordination

• Building information modelling roles

• Sustainable construction and building performance

The transferable skills developed on this course also support progression into postgraduate study or professional accreditation pathways.

Facilities

You’ll study in specialist learning environments designed to support technical design and digital development.

• Design studios equipped for collaborative project work

• Computer labs with industry standard architectural and BIM software

• Workshop spaces supporting material and construction understanding

These facilities support your academic development and help you apply architectural technology knowledge with confidence.

Roehampton offers something genuinely distinctive: a supportive campus community in Southwest London, combined with the opportunities of one of the world's great cities. It's the perfect balance, giving you access to exciting career opportunities, world-class culture and industry connections, alongside a real sense of belonging.

Students choose from a wide range of undergraduate subjects, taught by expert academics with real-world experience built in. With a thriving Students' Union, competitive sport and a campus that feels like home, there's a rich life beyond the lecture hall too.

Live where everything happens. With on-campus halls, affordable prices and bills included, you’ll enjoy a hassle-free place to call your own - while stepping straight into a friendly, ready-made community. Plus, Roehampton is ranked the best-value student accommodation in London (Monzo), so you get more for your money.

With generous scholarships, bursaries, and a dedicated commuting bursary, Roehampton is committed to making sure finance is never a barrier. Whatever your background or responsibilities, Roehampton is designed to help you thrive.