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Robert Gordon University
Garthdee House
Garthdee Road
Aberdeen
AB10 7QB
Advanced Architectural Technology
- Master of Science
- 5 Years
- Full-Time
- 7 September 2027
- Undergraduate
- Main 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
Modules
Assessment method
You will learn by utilising studio-based activities in combination with tutorials, lectures and seminars. The studio space dedicated to the course provides you with an appropriately equipped place to undertake self-directed study and form your own architectonic positions.
You will study alongside our Master of Architecture and Surveying students, and benefit academically and socially from being part of this wider community.
Whilst Stage 1 introduces theoretical ideas, and in doing so ensures a common level of understanding across the cohort, Stage 2, 3 and 4 are predominantly research-focused and are driven by independent learning. Stage 5 you lead the research and investigation on the topics with support from academic or industrial staff.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Building Engineers, Chartered Association of
- Architectural Technologists, Chartered Institute of
How to apply
Apply by
13 January 2027
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
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
- Year 4
- Year 5
Entry requirements
Typical qualification requirements
A levelCCC
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.
UCAS TariffNot accepted
Scottish HigherBBCC
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.
Access to HE DiplomaMerit: 45 Pass: 15
Pass 60 credits to include 45 at Level 3 at grade Merit in Construction or a related discipline.
International Baccalaureate Diploma ProgrammeOffer: 26
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.
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.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H3H3H3H3
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
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | Applicants whose first language is not English should have an IELTS of 6.0 overall, with no component lower than 5.5, or an equivalent. |
We accept a variety of in-country and secure English language tests. Find out more at the URL providedhttps://www.rgu.ac.uk/english
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
Historical entry grades data
This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).
It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £1820* | |
| England, Wales, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands & Republic of Ireland | £9535* | |
| EU & International | £18940* |
* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
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
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
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