BSc MSci Architectural Technology
Course overview
The BSc (Hons) / MSci Architectural Technology at RGU is an integrated five-year programme combining undergraduate and master’s level study. The programme explores the design and construction of buildings and their surroundings, emphasising detailed decision-making, building technology (including BIM), and digital design workflows from concept through to completion.
Learning is delivered through lectures, seminars, studio/workshop work, independent study, and field visits, such as studio time of 12-14 hours per week, plus independent study of around 350 hours per semester. Assessment includes studio projects, seminars, field work, work-based placement (600 hours in Stage 3), and a substantial research component in the final year.
The programme emphasises sustainability, including investigation of energy performance, climate, materials, and the environment, and is accredited by the professional body Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT) at both BSc and MSci levels.
Entry requirements
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants will normally need an A level - CCC to include English (or a written subject requiring the use of English).
- Maths or a science subject is required at GCSE grade 5/C or above if not held at A Level.
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma - MMM, preferably to be held in Construction/Built Environment or a related discipline.
English Language requirements:
- All International students, for whom English is not their first language, are required to have an IELTS score of IELTS of 6.0 overall, with no component lower than 5.5.
- TOEFL iBT: Reading 18, Writing 17, Speaking 20, Listening 17, Overall 88
- PTE: Reading 59, Writing 59, Speaking 59, Listening 59, Overall 65
Scholarships
Alumni Discount
A 20% discount is provided exclusively on tuition fees and not to any associated course costs.
Up to 20% of feesInternational Students Emergency Fund
The fund aims to help students with basic living costs such as food, utilities and rent.
RGU Early Deposit Payment Discount
Self-funding students paying an international fee joining in the September 2026 intake who pay their deposit will receive an additional £500 discount.
Up to £500RGU Golf Scholarship
Up to £8,500 per year
RGU International Student Discount for Undergraduate Students
£2,000 discount on each year of study of undergraduate tuition fees.
Up to £2,000RGU SPORT Scholarship
Financial assistance is awarded to support travel, training, equipment and competition expenses accrued during the academic year.
Vice-Chancellor's Undergraduate Scholarship
Career opportunities
Graduates of the BSc | MSci Architectural Technology course from Robert Gordon University can pursue roles such as:
- Architectural Technologist
- Design Manager
- Site and Construction Manager
- Facilities Manager
- BIM (Building Information Modelling) Specialist
Cost of study
International applicants for the BSc | MSci Architectural Technology programme at Robert Gordon University are required to pay a tuition fee of £18,300 per year.
Admission
To apply for the course, you can apply directly to the university through its online application portal. For personalised help with your application, please speak to one of our trained counsellors.
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