BSc (Honours) Architectural Technology
Four years full-time (including one year work placement) or three years full-time
UCAS code • K130
Location • City Campus
Subject area • Architecture
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Renowned architect Renzo Piano talks to critic, author and curator, Lucy Bullivant about his approach to urban design.
Our architecture courses produce award winning students and graduates
Find out about Creative Spark, our annual graduate showcase of final year students' work, and Brightest Spark, an exhibition featuring projects completed by our elite students.
Visit the Department of Architecture website to view profiles of staff who teach in this subject area.
2014 entry requirements
Five GCSEs at grade C or above including mathematics, English language and ideally two science subjects. We may accept GCSE equivalents. Plus
• 280 points with at least 180 from two GCE/VCE A2 levels or BTEC National qualifications, preferably including study of a science-based subject including biology, chemistry or physics, ICT, environmental science, geology, construction or computing. We accept AS levels and consider Key Skills. We do not accept general studies.
• Access – at least 45 credits at level 3 from a relevant Open college Network accredited course
• Advanced Diploma – 280 points with a Grade C or above in Progression Diploma
• Advanced HND/HNC students may be considered for direct entry to year two
If English is not your first language you need an IELTS score of 6.5 or above with a minimum score of 5.5 in each skill.
We also consider other qualifications from the UCAS tariff. Applicants with alternative qualifications or a combination of qualifications and work experience will also be considered. We welcome applicants from people of any age. Please contact us for further advice.
Meeting the qualification entry criteria does not guarantee you a place. You should ensure that you submit a personal statement and reference as these will also be considered as part of the selection process. Guidelines on personal statements and references can be found on the UCAS website .
2013 entry requirements
Five GCSEs at grade C or above including mathematics, English language and ideally two science subjects. We may accept GCSE equivalents. Plus one of the following
• 280 points with at least 180 from two GCE/VCE A2 levels or BTEC National qualifications, preferably including study of a science-based subject including biology, chemistry or physics, ICT, environmental science, geology, construction or computing. We accept AS levels and consider Key Skills. We do not accept general studies.
You apply for this course through UCAS.
2013/14 academic year
For 2013 entry, membership of professional bodies and mandatory UK field trips are included in the course fee.
The course fee may be subject to annual inflationary increase. For further information on fees and funding see www.shu.ac.uk/study/ug/fees-and-funding
2013/14 academic year
Typically £10,680 a year
2014/15 academic year
Typically £11,250 a year
The course fee may be subject to annual inflationary increase. For further information on fees, scholarships and bursaries see www.shu.ac.uk/international/fees
• continuous assessment • written assignments • examinations • project work
Find out about work placements and how we can support your placement experience.
Optional year-long work placements are normally gained by competitive interview and are not a guaranteed part of a course.
The degree is fully accredited by the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT) and the Association of Building Engineers (ABE). CIAT recognises Sheffield Hallam University as an accredited centre of excellence for learning and teaching architectural technology.
Gemma's final year design project for Robin Hood Airport Interchange.
Overall winner of the CIAT Student Award for Technical Excellence in 2008.
Gemma's construction study for the Robin Hood Airport Interchange.
Overall winner of the CIAT Student Award for Technical Excellence in 2008.
Kieran's final year design project for a Digital Campus in Sheffield.
Commended in the CIAT Student Award for Technical Excellence in 2009.
Kieran's interior study for the Digital Campus in Sheffield.
Commended in the CIAT Student Award for Technical Excellence in 2009.
Jonathan's final year design project for Abbeydale School in Sheffield.
Overall winner of the CIAT Student Award for Technical Excellence in 2007.
Jonathan's technical study for Abbeydale School in Sheffield.
Overall winner of the CIAT Student Award for Technical Excellence in 2007.
Matthew's final year design project for a Flagship Superstore of the Future.
CIAT Award for Highest Graduating Honours Degree Student in 2005.
Laura's environmental study for Abbeydale School in Sheffield.
Graduated with First Class Honours in 2008.
James Pickett and Rishi Sadhu (1:48)
James Pickett and Rishi Sadhu talk about the specialist knowledge they have gained studying on the course.
Jacob Ware (0:55)
Jacob Ware talks about the benefits of taking a sandwich course and why he enjoyed studying here.
Gemma Hickling
BSc Architectural Technology, 2008 graduate
'I am currently working full-time as an architectural technologist at HLM Architects in Sheffield. I have been here for the last three years, which includes working during my final year of study, after I became a part-time student.
'I would say that this course is a fantastic option for people with a flair for design and those who want to explore the technical possibilities in architecture. It has a very successful balance of modules which capture everything from architectural history, technical appraisals, as well as computer modelling and environmental design principles.
'The work experience year and module variety mean that you are well prepared for the reality of architecture or construction.
'The main highlight of the course for me was winning the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT) Student Award in 2008. This was very welcome after years of hard work and late nights! Other highlights were the field trips in the UK and abroad to places including Barcelona, London and Paris which then related back to the coursework and modules.
'Being a student in Sheffield was hard at first. A new town, new people and new place to study was a lot to take in. However I soon settled into Sheffield Hallam life and made a lot of very good friends.'
Profiles
Gemma Hickling
BSc Architectural Technology, 2008 graduate
Renzo Piano (3:04)
Here, renowned architect Renzo Piano talks to critic, author and curator, Lucy Bullivant about his approach to urban design.
The 'In Conversation with Renzo Piano' event was organised jointly by Sheffield Hallam University and the Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A) to celebrate the legacy of creative designer Godfrey Sykes.
Sykes developed his skills as a student at the Sheffield School of Design in the 1850s.
Architecture and Environmental Design graduate Chris Paterson won first prize for his entry into the Forgotten Spaces 2011: Sheffield architectural ideas competition run by Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) Yorkshire.
The competition encouraged architects, designers and artists to come up with innovative ideas that find new uses for the region's forgotten spaces.
Guiding Lights by Chris Paterson
Chris Paterson's 'Guiding Lights' design brings to life Frog Walk in Sheffield, with animated avatars and an LED screen. Using smartphone technology it magically lights up a dark footpath in the city.
The idea impressed the judges for its 'brilliant' solution to making people feel safer at night.
Jacob's design plans
Architecture and Environmental Design graduate Jacob Szikora, won the EDUCATE Prize, for his idea for a coconut growing facility in Sheffield.
The EDUCATE Prize is an international award celebrating outstanding student work that investigates sustainability in architecture and urban design.
Jacob won the prize for his idea for a facility on London Road in Sheffield that could produce process, package and sell coconuts.
Jacob's scheme explores whether it would be possible to grow these imported products in an urban context away from their natural environment, thus reducing the environmental impact of transporting them around the world.
Spark - be creative
Subjects included are • animation • architecture • computers • creative writing • digital media production • engineering • fashion design • film and visual effects • film and media production • fine art • furniture and product design • games design • graphic design • interior design • jewellery and metalwork • performing arts • photography • product design.
Creative Spark
Creative Spark is an annual showcase of student work and celebrates the innovation, creativity and imagination of our most talented graduates. Creative Spark is hosted across four university venues • Owen • Cantor • Sheaf • Arundel Gate Court and S1 in the city centre.
For further information visit the Creative Spark website.
Brightest Spark
Brightest Spark is an exhibition housed in the SIA Gallery and Cantor building. This exhibition features the elite students in each Sheffield of Institute of Arts course as chosen by industry professionals.
For further information visit the Brightest Spark website.
Project Spark
Sheffield Hallam students have the opportunity to play a key role in the promotion of the Creative Spark and Brightest Spark exhibitions by submitting entries for Project Spark. The 2012 competitions included • concept design • branding and wayfinding • creative writing • image • brightest spark logo and branding.
For further information visit the Project Spark website.
Visit the Department of Architecture website to view profiles of staff who teach in this subject area.
