BSc Architectural Technology

With the BSc (Hons) Architectural Technology at Liverpool John Moores University, students gain the skills to design, detail, and manage building projects from concept to completion. Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT), students receive high-quality education. Academic and industry experts deliver this standard in a supportive environment.

In this course, students will study construction technology, building materials, sustainability, property development, professional practice, digital design, and building information modelling (BIM). They will also work on a final-year dissertation and design project. These give them the expertise and experience to work in the architectural, construction, and design-related industries.

This 3- to 4-year programme combines various teaching methods, including lectures, tutorials, seminars, and group discussions. Students also benefit from placements, international study, and collaborative projects that increase their employability. Assessment is mainly coursework, including reports, reflective pieces, design documentation, and presentations, with the dissertation and design project as final assessments.

Liverpool John Moores University was established in Liverpool, England, in 1823, and it was later recognised as a university in 1992. It provides undergraduate, graduate, and research programmes across several disciplines. Notably, many of its programmes have accreditations from professional associations, including the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA), and the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development, among others.

Liverpool John Moores University currently has about 25,000 students enrolled, of which 3,000 are international students from over 100 countries. The university provides its large student body with new facilities like the award-winning £26 million John Lennon Art and Design Building, the £37 million Redmonds Building, and cutting-edge labs. For international students, these factors make LJMU an excellent option.

Grade Requirements:

• Minimum of 80 UCAS points from a combination of level 3 qualifications such as A-levels, BTECs, International Baccalaureate, or other equivalent qualifications.

English Proficiency:

• Non-native English speakers may need to demonstrate proficiency through an IELTS score of at least 6.0, TOEFL, or other equivalents.

Here are some of the career options you have with a BSc in Architectural Technology from Liverpool John Moores University:

• Architectural Technologist
• Design Manager
• Building Information Modelling (BIM) Specialist
• Construction Project Manager
• Sustainability Consultant

To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.