Architectural Studies

You will become familiar with the main aspects of the discipline including formalised Design Procedures, application of appropriate Design Technology and Professional Practice.



Produce design schemes and provide solutions using appropriate methods and materials for given situations with due regard to prevailing regulations and standards.



Improved awareness of the social responsibilities of the profession along with the economic factors, human needs and environmental issues that lead to successful construction developments.



Familiarity with the use of Computer based Technology and how this can be utilised to underpin the design process in order to add value to design solutions and how other visualisation software can be applied to improve the communication of design data



Understanding of the enterprise and organisational issues within the Construction and Architectural Technology specialism including project management, time / cost factors and ethical and legal responsibilities.



Experience working in teams and improving own learning and performance through the use of regular self and peer design reviews.

Entry requirements for this course are:

GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4+ (no equivalencies) PLUS
A minimum of grade C from one A-Level or equivalent
An Access to HE Diploma full award will be accepted.
A mature person who has worked in a relevant industry but without gaining any formal qualifications (or recent qualifications, or qualifications at A level standard or equivalent) may also apply for entry to the course. They will be interviewed and, if appropriate, asked to complete a piece of work, to assess their suitability to be admitted and undertake the necessary work nt...