Architectural Technology BSc (Hons)
Edinburgh Napier University

Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 30 graduates of Architectural Technology BSc (Hons) at Edinburgh Napier University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Architecture.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Architecture
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 | |
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Median salary | £20000 | £23500 | £26000 |
25-75 percentile range | £20000 - £24000 | £19500 - £27000 | £20500 - £31000 |
All Architecture courses of Edinburgh Napier University
Salary of all UK Graduates of Architecture
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £23135 | £25664 | £28475 |
25-75 percentile range | £20705 - £25744 | £20503 - £30244 | £23683 - £34474 |
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Course Description
Enrol in an Architectural Technology course that's creative with plenty of practical experience to develop your design and technical skills.
You will learn key skills in areas of design and development so that you are proficient in advising on appropriate technology. On completion of this course, you will gain a creative attitude and be skilled in detailing to design, using both graphic and computer-aided drafting techniques.
This course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT) and host the CIAT Centre of Excellence, and is also accredited by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB).
Please visit our website for full course and module details
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 BSc (Hons) at Edinburgh Napier University
50% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
25% | Business and public service associate professionals |
15% | Sales occupations |
5% | Administrative occupations |
5% | Caring personal services |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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Qualification requirements
Minimum Year 2 Entry Requirements
SQA Advanced Higher - BBC and National 5 Grade C in Maths (Applications of Maths is accepted) and English.
GCSE A-level - BBB and GCSE Grade C/4 in Maths and English.
BTEC Extended Diploma - DDM (Distinction, Distinction, Merit) in a related subject and GCSE Grade C/4 in Maths and English.
HNC - Pass in a relevant subject with Grade B in the graded unit.
Minimum Year 3 Entry Requirements
Irish Ordinary Degree - Pass in a relevant subject with 50% or above at first sitting in all final year subjects.
HND - Pass in a relevant subject with Grade B at SCQF Level 8 in all graded units.
Minimum Year 4 Entry Requirements
Irish Ordinary Degree - Pass in a relevant subject with 60% overall, with minimum 50% at first sitting in all final year subjects.
English language requirements
test | Grade |
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IELTS (Academic) | 6 |
IELTS (Academic) | 6 |
Costs
Tuition Fees Architectural Technology BSc (Hons)
Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
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England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Scotland | £1820 | year 1 |
EU | £17580 | year 1 |
International | £17580 | year 1 |
EU | £19340 | year 1 |
International | £19340 | 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:
August 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:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
- year 2
- year 3
- year 4
UCAS application code:
K236
University Rankings
of Edinburgh Napier University
among 20 universities in Scotland
based on 27 different rankings
Positions of Edinburgh Napier University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Edinburgh Napier University in related subject specific rankings.
Architecture, Building & Planning
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- #6
- #48
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- Architecture
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 07 September, 2024]
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- #5
- #50
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- Architecture
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 14 May, 2024]
See all 27 university rankings of Edinburgh Napier University
About Edinburgh Napier University
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FAQ about Architectural Technology BSc (Hons) Edinburgh Napier University
- Tuition fees for this programme are 9250 per year for UK students. In addition to the tuition fees you should also take into consideration the average monthly cost of living for students in the UK.
- The median salary of graduates of this course was £20000 15 months after graduation, £23500 3 years after graduation and £26000 after graduation.
- Managers, directors and senior officials (50%), Business and public service associate professionals (25%), Sales occupations (15%), Administrative occupations (5%)
- 30 graduates rated the course 91. This means that 91% of graduates indicated that they were satisfied or very satisfied with the course. See detailed ratings above and how these compare to the averages at other universities.
- Edinburgh Napier University achieved the highest ranking for Architecture. It is ranked #48 in (Architecture). See all subject rankings for Edinburgh Napier University.
- Architectural Technology BSc (Hons) is taught on campus and cannot be taken online at Edinburgh Napier University.
- It is rather difficult to get accepted into this course. Accepted students had an average UCAS tariff score of 150 which is higher than 84% of all Architectural Technology courses in the UK.
Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 14 May, 2024
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 07 September, 2024