BSc (Hons) Architectural Technology Bachelor's degree at London Metropolitan University
BSc (Hons) Architectural Technology at LMU. The course, accredited by the Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE), combines core theory, research methods, applied practice, specialist options, an independent project and professional skills development.
About this course
Are you looking for a course that combines creativity, science, technology and project management? Our Architectural Technology BSc could be the perfect course for you. Apply now at London Met. From the provider’s course page.
BSc (Hons) Architectural Technology is a Bachelor's degree (BSc (Hons)) at LMU, based in North. It is studied part-time; duration varies by route.
For the typical curriculum, specialisations, career paths and graduate earnings for Architecture, see the sections below.
Course evidence score
The arithmetic mean of the official measures available for this course: NSS satisfaction, graduate activity and continuation.
Published threshold met NSS publication requires sufficient responses; small differences are not a rank. NSS mean of 7 published themes (Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Curriculum & modules
Real modules published for this course, grouped only where the source gives a year, stage or level.
Year 1 5 modules
- Built Environment PrinciplesCore30 credits
Module details
Learn about key principles that underpin the Built Environment. You will be introduced to the stakeholders involved in the built environment and the building process, and develop understanding of the design, planning, financing, construction, sale, and operation of organisations, products, buildings, infrastructure, and places. You will learn to use techniques such as PESTLE to analyse the wider context taking into account Political, Economic, Sociological, Technological, Legal, and Environmenta
Assessment: Professional Development Journal (PDJ) - an iterative journal assessed at each level (4, 5 and 6)
- Construction Site Engineering and InfrastructureCore15 credits
Module details
A practical module in which you will gain hands-on experience operating surveying equipment as used by industry. You will learn how to record, collate, analyse, and present data. You will build understanding of the importance of ensuring that data is accurately collected and reported. You will gain skills to undertake surveys and measure buildings using up-to-date techniques as well as traditional methods. You will study and interpret construction drawings and learn about construction materials,
- Construction Technology and Building ServicesCore30 credits
Module details
Professionals in the built environment need expert knowledge and understanding of construction technology and building services. This module introduces you to both traditional and modern construction technology used in residential and low-rise construction. You will explore how they are being used to lessen the environmental impact of construction projects and building operation. You will learn about how services are incorporated into construction projects in a sustainable way, including water,
- Design, Procurement and ManagementCore15 credits
Module details
This module will introduce you to key stages of the design, procurement, and management of construction projects. You will gain detailed knowledge and understanding of the project lifecycle, the stakeholders involved at each stage, and the outputs generated through collaborative working. You will examine what is required to put together a robust business case and consider the influence of project budget and project risks on a client's requirements.
- Materials Science and Structural PrinciplesCore30 credits
Module details
A hands-on, practical, and engaging introduction to materials science and knowledge of the composition and performance of key construction materials. You will explore the mechanical behaviour of materials used in construction applications as well as their environmental credentials. You will learn how loads are transferred through a building and through the foundations to the substrata. You will be introduced to data science and big data analytics.
Year 2 5 modules
- Advanced Construction Technology and StructuresCore30 credits
Module details
This module aims to further develop your knowledge and understanding of construction technology and structural principles. The focus moves from residential and low-rise construction to more complex commercial, industrial, and multi-storey construction typologies. You will undertake in-depth study and research of construction technology and structural principles associated with long span and multi-storey construction. You will explore the drivers and technologies behind the move to constructing a
- Advanced Site Engineering and Surveying PracticeCore15 credits
Module details
In this module you will study advanced site engineering and surveying practices which are an integral part of a construction manager's role and responsibilities. The module will cover areas such as geotechnics, engineering geology, geo-environmental engineering and site surveying and setting out. You will gain the knowledge and skills to contribute to the delivery of more complex ground engineering and foundation projects.
- Building Pathology and RefurbishmentCore
- Design, Technology and Practice - Studio 1Core
- Environmental Science and SustainabilityCore
Year 3 8 modules
- Advanced Fire SafetyCore
- Design, Technology and Practice - Studio 2Core
- Project Management and Contract PracticeCore
- Sustainable Built EnvironmentsCore
- Big Data and the Built EnvironmentCore
- Development, Finance and RiskCore
- Inclusive Teamwork and LeadershipCore
- Professional Placement in the Built EnvironmentCore
Source: provider course page. Modules can change; required/optional status, credits, descriptions and assessment are shown only when explicitly published.
Course in depth
What this course covers, who it suits and where it leads.
What you'll study
This course combines creativity, science, technology and project management to develop architectural and technical expertise. You'll progress from design fundamentals through to complex, contextual projects. You'll typically begin with core design thinking, architectural history and construction principles. As you advance, you'll study environmental design, digital representation tools such as CAD and BIM, and structural systems. Specialisations available include RIBA Part 1, sustainable design, urban design and digital technology. Your final year culminates in a major design project and professional practice studies, preparing you for work in architectural and building technology roles.
Who it's for
This course suits those pursuing a career in architectural technology or related built-environment professions. Part-time study allows you to balance academic learning with work or other commitments. You'll develop practical competencies alongside theoretical knowledge, preparing you for roles that bridge design and technical delivery in construction and building projects.
University & format
This BSc (Hons) is studied part-time at London Metropolitan University, a public university located in the North. Instruction is in English. The course is accredited by the Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE) and is a recognised UK degree-awarding body. London Metropolitan University holds a Silver award for teaching quality in the Office for Students' TEF 2023.
Student satisfaction
How students on this course answered the National Student Survey, by theme.
Share of students responding positively.
Published threshold met NSS publication requires sufficient responses; small differences are not a rank. NSS mean of 7 published themes (Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Applicant information
The next application dates for this course, followed by facts the provider publishes.
Part-time application dates vary by provider. UCAS dates
Work placement. Availability, selection and pay can vary.
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Opened 2 July 2026; last choice 19 October 2026. Check vacancies now. A cached page never claims a place is still available.
Entry & how to get in
Entry & your chances
An honest read from the official entry data, plus your personal match.
Entry is set by the university and based on your offer. Use your predicted grades to see how you compare, then check the university's stated requirements.
How to apply
Undergraduate applications go through UCAS. Here’s what matters for this course, the right deadline, the grades to aim for, and the steps in order.
- 1Register on UCAS Hub
Create your UCAS application and add this course (code K243). One application covers up to five choices.
- 2Write your personal statement
A single statement covers all your choices, so keep it broad enough for similar courses while showing genuine interest in this subject.
- 3Submit by Apply directly to the provider
Part-time application dates vary by provider. Source: UCAS 2027 dates.
- 4Reply to your offers
When decisions are in, pick a firm (first) choice and an insurance (back-up) choice with slightly lower grades.
- 5Results day & confirmation
On results day (mid-August) your place is confirmed if you meet the offer. Just missed? Talk to the university, or find a place through Clearing.
Fees & funding
What this course costs and how UK student finance covers it.
Tuition per year
Standard capped home fee at English providers (2026/27); Scotland, Wales & NI differ.
Check fees at LMU →For students who normally live in England
2026/27 Student Finance England figures. Maintenance support is means-tested and this two-point view is not an entitlement calculator. The course total uses its published length and home fee where both are available; a missing full-time fee uses the clearly labelled England-cap scenario, while part-time fees and unknown lengths are never guessed. Use the official calculator. Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland use separate systems: SAAS, Student Finance Wales, and Student Finance NI.
Starting on or after 1 January 2027?
The Lifelong Learning Entitlement is a separate system. A new learner’s tuition entitlement is currently stated as £39,160 (about 480 credits at 2026/27 fee levels), subject to prior study and eligibility. Check the official LLE guide.
Paying for it
- Tuition Fee Loan: can cover eligible tuition up to the applicable limit and is paid straight to the provider.
- Maintenance Loan: up to £10,830/yr away from home outside London (England, 2026/27), means-tested on household income.
- Repayment: 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below it; written off after 40 years.
- Earn alongside: most students work part-time in term, part-time roles on the StudySmarter job board.
England figures shown; Scotland, Wales & NI run their own schemes, check gov.uk.
Scholarships & bursaries you could qualify for
That does not mean no funding exists. Check the university directory for current amounts, eligibility and application dates.
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Careers & earnings
What Architecture graduates actually earn, from real outcome data, 15 months, 3 years and 5 years after graduating.
- 1Graduate roleFirst role after the degree · 0–2 yrs
- 2Specialist / PractitionerWorking in architecture · 2–5 yrs
- 3Senior / LeadLeading work and people · 5–10 yrs
- 4Head of / ExpertSenior leadership or deep expertise · 10+ yrs
How pay grows: this course vs Architecture nationally
National figures for Architecture graduates, HESA Graduate Outcomes (15 months) and the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset (3 & 5 years). These are national, not university-specific; actual pay varies by employer, region, role and experience. Different cohorts, so the bars are not one group over time.
Work out your pay
Headline figures hide a lot. Calculate realistic take-home pay for this field by role, region and experience, then check your CV before you apply.
Job market & outlook
How Architecture graduates fare in the labour market, and how AI is reshaping the work.
How AI is changing the work
AI doesn't replace the profession, it shifts it: routine tasks get automated, while judgement, working with people and using AI well become more valuable.
What AI takes off your plate
- Routine information gathering
- First-draft writing and summaries
- Standard analysis and admin
- Repetitive processing tasks
More human than ever
- Judgement and original thinking
- Working with and leading people
- Owning and sense-checking AI output
- Ethics and accountability
The strongest graduates pair subject depth with the ability to use AI tools critically.
Roles & employers
Where Architecture graduates typically go, indicative destinations from graduate career data. Each role links to live openings on the StudySmarter job board.
Roles graduates go into
Where they work
- Architecture practices
- Property developers
- Local-authority planning
- Construction firms
Jobs after this course
Current roles from the StudySmarter job board that suit Architecture graduates.
Architecture Design Lead EMEANeko HealthArchitecture Director - Data CentresAECOMArchitecture Managing Consultant: Consumer & Manufacturing GrowthAstro Studios, Inc.Architecture Lead on Equipment ManagementAirbusArchitecture - Senior Solutions Architect - IT1Parkdean Resorts UK LimitedArchitecture Managing Consultant, Consumer & ManufacturingPA ConsultingIs this course right for you?
The essentials UK applicants ask about: finance, outcomes, entry and quality.
Student finance
For comparison, the standard full-time England tuition cap is up to £9,790 per year in 2026/27; the actual fee varies by course and provider. If you normally live in England, eligible students can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan, plus a Maintenance Loan for living costs. Under Plan 5 you repay 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below that, and the balance is written off after 40 years.
Official-data snapshot
Averaging the official measures published for it, this course scores 5.9 out of 10: NSS 58.7%.
Who studies here and in this subject?
Provider- and UK subject-level context.
London Metropolitan University
Architecture, building and planning across the UK
HESA student record 2024/25. Counts are rounded.
Local crime-data context
A neutral snapshot around the published teaching location.
Around North
5,613 street-level reports returned within roughly one mile across 2026-04 to 2026-06.
Police.uk street-level API. Approximate locations, not confined to campus. England, Wales and Northern Ireland; not Scotland.
Is Architecture right for you?
Tick what applies to you and see how good a fit it is.
International students
What applying to LMU from outside the UK involves: fees, English, visa, funding and living costs.
Tuition fees
International tuition is set per course by LMU; international fees are typically £12,000–£30,000/year for classroom subjects and higher for lab/clinical ones. You’re not eligible for UK Tuition Fee or Maintenance Loans, so plan for fees plus living costs upfront.
English language
Most UK undergraduate courses ask for around IELTS 6.0–6.5 (no band below 5.5–6.0), or an accepted equivalent. If you’re just short, most universities run a pre-sessional English course that counts towards the requirement.
Student visa
You’ll usually need a Student visa (Student Route). After you accept an offer the university issues a CAS; you then show funds for fees plus about £1,023–£1,334/month living costs and pay the Immigration Health Surcharge for NHS access.
Scholarships & funding
Many universities offer international/global scholarships (often £2,000–£6,000/yr), check LMU’s funding pages.
Living costs
Budget roughly £1,100–£1,400/month outside London and £1,400–£1,800/month in London for rent, food and travel; the figure also matters for your visa.
Working while you study
A Student visa usually allows up to 20 hours/week in term time and full-time in holidays, useful alongside study, though not something to rely on for fees.
Visa rules and fees change. Always confirm the current requirements with LMU and gov.uk before you apply.
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