Architectural Technology with Foundation Year BSc (Hons)
Birmingham City University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 55 graduates of Architectural Technology with Foundation Year BSc (Hons) and other courses in Architecture at Birmingham City University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Architecture.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
All Architecture courses of Birmingham City University
Salary
Salary of Graduates in Architecture, Building and Planning
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Architecture at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £25000 | £26000 | £31000 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £21000 - £30000 | £20500 - £31500 | £23500 - £41500 |
All Architecture, Building and Planning courses of Birmingham City University
Salary of all UK Graduates of Architecture, Building and Planning
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £23131 | £25010 | £28792 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £20700 - £25694 | £19794 - £30100 | £23742 - £35267 |
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Course Description
Want a career as an Architectural technologist? Our BSc (Hons) Architectural Technology with Foundation Year degree is where the science of construction meets the art of design. The course focuses not only on the creation of the built environment, but also the structuring of space in and around it.
Much of your learning activity will be hands-on, with access to our strong industry links. You’ll also be provided with the latest CAD software, meaning you’ll be well equipped to make an impact in an important industry. This course is also accredited by the CIOB.
Foundation Year
The Foundation Year course option enables you to study for our BSc (Hons) degree over an extended full-time duration of four years by including a Foundation Certificate (year one of four). The Foundation Certificate provides a broad study programme that underpins the follow-on degree. In order to progress to the next year of your degree, it is necessary to achieve a pass in all of the modules of the Foundation Certificate.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Architectural Technology with Foundation Year BSc (Hons) at Birmingham City University
| 40% | Finance Professionals |
| 25% | Sales occupations |
| 10% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 5% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
| 5% | Elementary occupations |
| 5% | Therapy professionals |
| 0% | Caring personal services |
| 0% | Elementary occupations |
| 0% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 0% | Administrative occupations |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Architecture
All Architecture courses of Birmingham City University
Qualification requirements
Level 4 qualification in a related discipline (usually HNC in an engineering pathway).
ALL applicants must possess a Level 5 qualification, such as an HND or FdA in a relevant area in order to be considered for this course. A copy of your HND/FdA module transcripts will be requested, and the original required to be seen at enrolment.
Access to HE Diploma
English language requirements
| test | Grade | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | with no less than 5.5 in any level |
Costs
Tuition Fees Architectural Technology with Foundation Year BSc (Hons)
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| EU | £16085 | year 1 |
| International | £16085 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- Foundation
University Rankings
Positions of Birmingham City University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Birmingham City University in related subject specific rankings.
Architecture, Building & Planning
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- #20
- #26
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- Architecture
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 09 September, 2023]
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- #25
- #33
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- Architecture
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
See all 17 university rankings of Birmingham City University
About Birmingham City University
Founded in 1853, Birmingham City University (BCU) is located in the city of Birmingham, England. The student population of this institution is made up of students from over 80 nationalities, which allows newly arrived foreign students to quickly feel welcome and at home. State-of-the-art facilities and resources await students on all courses, including the latest Engineering technology, 3D Printing studios, and Horology Workshops, just to name a few. BCU maintains a reputation for having a selective admissions process, so all applicants are recommended to prepare for their interview thoroughly.
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Student composition of Birmingham City University
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Total number of students enrolled at Birmingham City University by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 20675
- postgraduates:
- 5010
- Total:
- 25685
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Architectural Technology”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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| Program | University | Student satisfaction | Unemployed | Dropout | Tuition (UK) | Tuition (International) |  UCAS Tariff |
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Architectural Technology with Foundation Year BSc (Hons) | Birmingham City University | 87% | 8% | 22% | £9250 | £16085 | 127 | Birmingham | On campus Full-time |
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Architectural Technology BSc (Hons) | Birmingham City University | 80% | 8% | 10% | £9250 | £16085 | 98 | Birmingham | On campus Full-time |
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Architectural Technology BSc (Hons) | University of Huddersfield | 83% | 15% | 50% | £9250 | £17600 | 118 | Huddersfield | On campus Full-time |
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Architectural Technology BSc (Hons) | Robert Gordon University | 89% | 0% | 5% | £6750 | £15490 | 126 | Aberdeen | On campus Full-time |
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Architectural Technology & Practice with Foundation Year BSc (Hons) | University of Derby | 82% | 0% | 15% | £9250 | £14900 | 100 | Derby | On campus Full-time |
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Architectural Design Technology BSc (Hons) | University of East London | 95% | 5% | 10% | £9250 | £13920 | 124 | London | On campus Full-time |
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Architectural Technology BSc (Hons) | De Montfort University | 38% | 5% | 15% | £9250 | £15250 £15750 | 116 | Leicester | On campus Full-time |
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Architectural Technology (with a placement year) BSc | University of Bradford | - | - | - | £9250 | £22180 | - | Bradford | On campus Full-time |
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Architectural Technology BSc | University of Bradford | - | - | - | £9250 | £22180 | - | Bradford | On campus Full-time |
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Architectural Technology and Practice BSc (Hons) | University of Derby | 82% | 0% | 5% | £9250 | £14900 | 118 | Derby | On campus Full-time |
Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 09 September, 2023
