📖Program Curriculum
YEAR 1 (LEVEL 4)
The first of our Architectural Design degree comprises six core modules that combine to provide an introduction to the processes and technologies that exist within the contemporary construction industry. Subjects are considered from first principles so that you can come to appreciate fundamental issues in the design construction management use and decommissioning of construction projects.
The design focus of this is domestic with the task set allowing for exploration of how to house different individuals and families reflecting everything learnt in complementary modules like Construction Technology 1.
MODULES
Design & Technology 1
Construction Management 1
Construction Technology 1
Sustainable Construction
Quantity Surveying Practice 1
Science and Materials
YEAR 2 (LEVEL 5)
This builds upon the first by introducing further modules that explore important considerations in the development of construction projects.
The design focus shifts to public buildings on a larger scale and where possible with real clients. Other modules include Planning and Building Regulations which explores the two principal ‘permissions’ necessary when development is proposed and Digital Technologies in Surveying which considers the use of digital equipment in the measurement of land. Year 2 also includes a compulsory week-long work placement.
MODULES
Architectural Design & Technology 2 (Including Work-based Learning)
Planning and Building Regulations
Construction Technology 2
Digital Technologies in Surveying
Procurement and Contract Practice
YEAR 3 (LEVEL 6)
The final of the programme brings together the lessons of the earlier Design projects in the study and development of a significant commercial building supported by in-depth research on a related technology and design aspect.
The requires the development of a group project in Inter-professional Studies and provides an opportunity to explore a particular research interest in the Individual Research Project. All sixteen modules combine to engage students in their chosen field of study and are intended to encourage confidence and enthusiasm in the development of their expertise.
MODULES
Architectural Design & Technology 3
Inter-professional Studies
Construction Technology 3
Commercial Management
Project Management Technologies and BIM
The information listed in this section is an overview of the academic content of the programme that will take the form of either core or option modules. Modules are designated as core or option in accordance with professional body requirements and internal academic framework review so may be subject to change.
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