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Advanced Architectural Technology

MSci · 5 Years · Full-time · 07/09/2026 · UndergraduateMain Site - Aberdeen
Awarded by:
Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen

Course summary

Architectural Technology is a relatively new profession in the construction industry combining a passion for the built environment with a particular interest in technical design. The profession brings together a number of key skills and subjects such as sustainability, visualisation, materials and building technology. In today's environment, the use of information technology tools to develop technical solutions is a key component of the architectural technologist's portfolio.

In preparation for a career in practice, you will become proficient in a range of design, technical and management skills. This integrated Masters course provides an array of key transferable skills, allowing the opportunity for a student to apply for a career in a wide range of industries and/or continue their studies in a variety of fields.

You will benefit from visiting professionals from a range of disciplines, giving learning a strong sense of contemporary relevance. Our aim is to equip you with the professional and practical skills required in this industry and the placement is an exciting opportunity to gain practical experience within the architectural industry. You will also have the fantastic opportunity to travel, whether on study trips to look at the very best of international design or on student exchanges

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

  • Architectural Technologists, Chartered Institute of
  • Building Engineers, Chartered Association of

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:
K237
Institution code:
R36
Campus name:
Main Site - Aberdeen
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1
  • Year 2
  • Year 3
  • Year 4
  • Year 5

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - Not accepted

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 (first teaching from September 2016) - MMM

Preferably to be held in Construction/Built Environment or a related discipline.

Access to HE Diploma - M: 45 credits P: 15 credits

Pass 60 credits to include 45 at Level 3 at grade Merit in Construction or a related discipline.

Scottish Higher - BBCC

To include English (or a written subject requiring the use of English). Maths or a science subject is required at National 5 grade C or above if not held at Higher.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 26 points

To include Higher Level English (or a written subject requiring the use of English). Maths is required at Standard Level grade 4 or above if not held at Higher Level.

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

To include English (or a written subject requiring the use of English). Maths or a science subject is required at grade O3 or above if not held at Higher.

English language requirements

English Language Requirements https://www.rgu.ac.uk/study/international-students/english-language-requirements

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

RGU is fully committed to widening participation to extend access to learning and enable talented individuals from under-represented groups, particularly those from deprived areas, to achieve their ambitions through higher education, whatever their circumstances

Learn more on the Robert Gordon University website

Historical entry grades data BETA

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Student Outcomes

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85 Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)

95 Go onto work and study

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
Scotland£1820Year 1
England£7220Year 1
Northern Ireland£7220Year 1
Wales£7220Year 1
Channel Islands£7220Year 1
Republic of Ireland£7220Year 1
EU£18300Year 1
International£18300Year 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

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