Architectural Design and Technology

About this course

Architectural design and technology sits at the boundary between architecture and building engineering, combining the creative and spatial thinking of design with the technical knowledge needed to turn architectural concepts into buildings that are safe, efficient and well-built. Where architecture degrees focus on design as a studio-led artistic and cultural practice, architectural technology is concerned with how buildings are specified, detailed and constructed, making it a discipline with strong links to the construction industry and professional building practice. At Southampton Solent University, this three-year programme is professionally accredited and delivers industry-specific skills and experience alongside a clear progression path to postgraduate study. The programme includes a foundation year for students who benefit from additional academic preparation before the main degr

Where its graduates go

The 4 largest scored destinations, covering 95% of graduates; the headline also reflects the subject baseline.

• 40 / 100Science, engineering and technology associate professionals · 15% of graduatescards →
• 40 / 100Sales occupations · 5% of graduatescards →
• 25 / 100Architects, Chartered Architectural Technologists, Planning Officers, Surveyors and Construction Professionals · 70% of graduatescards →
• 5 / 100Elementary occupations · 5% of graduatescards →

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