Architectural Technology and Design (with Foundation Year) BSc (Hons)

Get valuable real-world advice from architecture professionals on this course, which is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) and the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT).

Why study architectural technology and design?
The evolution of architectural forms is influenced by culture and fashion, society and economics, climate and geography, security and self-preservation.

For architecture to be able to respond to these factors, we need to apply technology.

In the past, technological limitations imposed restrictions on architecture. These days, technology is almost limitless and architectural expression can develop in exciting ways.

Why UWE Bristol?
BSc(Hons) Architectural Technology and Design (with Foundation Year) is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) and the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT).

This is one of five courses that cover different specialisms in architecture. We produce sought-after graduates with specialist knowledge and the skill to create exciting buildings.

This course equips you to become a chartered architectural technologist, working at the heart of the contemporary construction industry.

Gain a solid understanding of technological progression in construction, and where it sits within the history of architecture.

Study and apply design concepts and construction technologies to a range of building problems. Sketch and assess buildings that inspire and inform your work on day and residential field trips.

Learn from industry-experienced tutors and work on a series of live briefs for real clients in our well-equipped studios. Collaborate with students across a range of disciplines and build your professional portfolio with practical design projects.

Take a year out to work in a professional practice and gain valuable real-world experience that improves your employability.

Our students become designers who can skilfully communicate ideas and contract managers who can control the procurement process.

You will be eligible to apply for an additional year of study (between years two and three) at one of our partner institutions abroad. Places for the additional year of study are limited and selection is competitive and subject to availability.

Where can it take me?
Theres a wide range of career opportunities for technologists with design skills.

You could go on to work in architectural and engineering practices in the public or private sectors, or for contractors and developers, project managers and systems manufacturers.

Take a look at our online yearbook of student projects from our architecture and product design courses.

University is a time to try new things, meet new people and make new goals. With Clearing at UWE Bristol, you'll get the chance to take control of your future and choose an exciting path for yourself.

UWE Bristol offers over 100 professionally accredited courses, including Architecture, Accounting and Finance, Games Technology, Mathematics and Sport Rehabilitation. Whether you're studying an arts, business, healthcare or science degree, all undergraduate courses are designed with employability in mind. You can work a year in industry, study across the world, and get one-to-one careers advice on campus. It's no wonder an outstanding 89% of students find work or further study just 15 months after graduating (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2022/23, published 2025).

You'll also be studying in a top 10 most popular city in the UK (YouGov, 2026). With famous festivals, renowned galleries, lively nightclubs and independent restaurants right on your doorstep, you're guaranteed an incredible student experience in Bristol. With famous festivals, renowned galleries, lively nightclubs and independent restaurants right on your doorstep, you're guaranteed an incredible student experience in Bristol.

Your Future, Right Here. Study at UWE Bristol. Choose to do Clearing right.