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Architectural Technology

Course details
  • BSc (Hons)
  • 4 Years
  • Full-time
  • 07/09/2026
  • Undergraduate
Course location
Merchiston Campus

Course summary

Enrol in an Architectural Technology course that's creative with plenty of practical experience to develop your design and technical skills.

An architectural technologist is a specialist in the technological aspects of building design and construction, bridging the gap between design theory and construction practices.

One of only two of its kind in Scotland, Edinburgh Napier University’s accredited architectural technology course will teach you the skills required for a successful career in the industry, including the fundamentals in building design requirements from development through to completion.

You will learn key skills in areas of design and development so that you are proficient in advising on and working with innovative architecture technology. This course will help you gain a creative attitude and be skilled in detailing to design, using both graphic and computer-aided drafting techniques. With an architectural technology degree, you can work alongside architects and engineers to transform large-scale concepts into reality.

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.

How to apply

Apply by
14 January

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.

Application codes

Course code:
K236
Institution code:
E59
Campus name:
Merchiston Campus
Campus Code:
M

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1
  • Year 2
  • Year 3
  • Year 4

Open days

Entry requirements

Standard Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - Not accepted

A level - CCC

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMM

MMM (Merit, Merit, Merit)

Access to HE Diploma - M: 33 credits P: 12 credits

Pass Access to HE Diploma in a related subject with 45 credits overall with minimum 33 Credits at Merit and 12 credits at Pass.

Scottish Higher - BBBC

If you are eligible for an adjusted offer under our Contextual Admissions Policy, please see the ‘Minimum Qualification Requirements’ below.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DD

DD (Distinction, Distinction)

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 27 points

Award of Diploma with 26 points overall with three Higher Level subjects at grades 6, 5, 4.

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H2, H3, H3, H3

T Level - P

Minimum Year 2 Entry Requirements

SQA Advanced Higher - BBC
In addition, National 5 grade C in Maths is required (Applications of Maths is accepted).

A level - BBB
In addition, GCSE Grade C/4 in Maths is required.

BTEC Extended Diploma - DDM (Distinction, Distinction, Merit) in a related subject. In addition, GCSE Grade C/4 in Maths is required.

HNC - Pass in a relevant subject with Grade B in the graded unit.

Minimum Year 3 Entry Requirements

HND - Pass in a relevant subject with Grade B at SCQF Level 8 in all graded units.

Irish Ordinary Degree - Pass in a relevant subject with 50% or above at first sitting in all final year subjects.

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.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Scottish Higher - CCCC

The grades listed above are our minimum entry requirements for applicants who meet our widening participation criteria. For further information about our entry requirements and our widening participation criteria as outlined within our Contextual Admissions Policy please visit our website.

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6IELTS 6.0 overall with no component below 5.5.

Historical entry grades data BETA

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

Not available

Historical entry grades data is not currently available for Edinburgh Napier University - we are working with them to try and make it available soon - learn more.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
Scotland£1820Year 1
England£9790Year 1
Northern Ireland£9790Year 1
Wales£9790Year 1
Republic of Ireland£9790Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

International - Year 1 £18,220 - £21,120 (See course page for details)

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