Overview
This HNC Architectural Studies course from University of Wolverhampton is designed to provide you with a broad technical understanding of the architectural design process including the application of management, technology and preparation of drawings and specifications.You'll gain a technical understanding of the fundamentals of construction technology, environmental and sustainable issues, modern methods of construction and construction project management. The course will provide you with the knowledge, understanding and skills required to take on vocational roles such as architectural technicians, providing technical support to Architects and Architectural Technologists.
This highly vocational qualification will provide you with the knowledge required to take up a position in the construction industry and will also provide a progression route onto professionally accredited courses within including the BSc (Hons) Architectural Design Technology.
What's unique about this course?
- Architecture at the University of Wolverhampton is the best in the West Midlands.
- Hands-on, technical, construction-oriented architectural technology education, supported by conceptual and design theory.
- Experimenting with building technology, building science, sustainable design, retrofitting, and heritage conservation, not just "pretty architecture.
- Utilisation of modern facilities, digital tools (BIM, AI, VR/AR), practical workshops and real-world application, supported by an academic and theoretical curriculum.
- If your goal is career growth, Top-Up to a Degree: BSc (Hons) Architectural Design Technology, accredited by the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT)
Programme Structure
Courses include:- Digital design
- Sustainable Architecture Principles
- Design Studio (Drawing, Graphics, Modelling)
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Direct applications can be made any time prior to the course start date but we will need sufficient time to process it, get copies of relevant qualifications and certificates from you, and inform you of the outcome and the next steps.
Language
Delivered
Campus Location
- Wolverhampton, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Architecture View 30 other Short Courses in Architecture in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- A minimum of grade C from one A-Level or equivalent
- An Access to HE Diploma full award will be accepted
- A mature person who has worked in a relevant industry but without gaining any formal qualifications (or recent qualifications, or qualifications at A level standard or equivalent) may also apply for entry to the course. They will be interviewed and, if appropriate, asked to complete a piece of work, to assess their suitability to be admitted and undertake the necessary work. We welcome enquiries and/or applications from such candidates
- You will be required to attend an interview, where a sample of your work will be reviewed and you will have the opportunity to visit our excellent facilities.
Tuition Fees
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Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents4895 GBP / year≈ 4895 GBP / year
Living costs
Wolverhampton
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.