BSc Architectural Technology
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Architectural Technology, an undergraduate degree focused on the technical design, construction, and performance of buildings. Core topics include Research Methods, Fieldwork, Project Management, Legal Analysis, Engineering Design, Critical & Analytical Thinking, Ethics & Professional Practice, and Design & Creative Practice. Students have the option to undertake a year abroad. The first year establishes core competencies through modules such as Introduction to CAD 2D and 3D Design, Introduction to Construction Technology, Navigate and Design Studio 1 for Architectural Technologists, and Regulatory, People and Organisation Management. The second year advances technical understanding and contractual knowledge via Building Physics, Construction and Technology and Environmental Services, Contract Administration, Procurement and Cost Planning, Design Studio 2: Technology Integration, and Exploring Digital Modelling and Project Management. The final year involves specialized study and independent investigation through Building Performance, Sustainability and Pathology, Design Studio 3, Future Skills Apply, Individual Research Project, and Smart Cities and Digital Twin Technologies.
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Entry requirements
Qualifications needed for 2027 BSc (Hons): 112-128 UCAS tariff points At least three A-levels, or a BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma: Distinction, Merit, Merit (DMM) or equivalent qualification. BSc (Hons) including foundation year: 64 UCAS points For the degree with a foundation year, a minimum of 64 UCAS points from A-levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications is required. Additional requirements: This course does not require an interview, entrance test, audition or portfolio. English language: English language requirement for this course Academic IELTS of 6.0, with no element below 5.5. If you do not meet our English language requirements , you may be eligible for Kingston University's pre-sessional English language course. Check out our English Language Programme page for more details. If you’re applying from a recognised majority English-speaking country (MESC), you won’t need to meet the requirements. For further information on country-specific entry requirements, please explore our International section of the website.
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What students say
Based on about 62 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 91%
- Learning opportunities: 86%
- Assessment and feedback: 78%
- Academic support: 80%
- Organisation and management: 79%
- Learning resources: 88%
- Student voice: 81%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 120 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 92%
- Left higher education: 5%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 3%
What graduates do next
Based on about 43 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 67%
- Working and studying: 8%
- Further study: 2%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Architects, Chartered Architectural Technologists, Planning Officers, Surveyors and Construction Professionals: 39%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 12%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Elementary occupations: 5%
- Skilled trades occupations: 3%
- Find their work meaningful: 75%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 60%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 55%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 100 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 1%
- East of England: 8%
- London: 67%
- South East: 21%
- South West: 2%
- Scotland: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 145 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 94%
- Baccalaureate: 1%
- A degree: 1%
- Other HE qualification: 3%
- No formal qualifications: 1%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Introduction to CAD 2D and 3D Design
- Introduction to Construction Technology
- Navigate and Design Studio 1 for Architectural Technologists
- Regulatory, People and Organisation Management
- Building Physics, Construction and Technology and Environmental Services
- Contract Administration, Procurement and Cost Planning
- Design Studio 2: Technology Integration
- Exploring Digital Modelling and Project Management
- Building Performance, Sustainability and Pathology
- Design Studio 3
- Future Skills Apply
- Individual Research Project
- Smart Cities and Digital Twin Technologies
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Architectural Technology at Kingston University earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £27,500 after 3 years, £33,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £26,500 and £43,000. The £33,000 median after five years is £4,000 more than the UK median for Architecture.
What do graduates of BSc Architectural Technology at Kingston University do next?
78% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Architectural Technology at Kingston University?
91% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Architectural Technology at Kingston University?
The average entrant had 134 UCAS points.
Does BSc Architectural Technology at Kingston University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Architectural Technology at Kingston University?
92% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.