ARU Foundation Degree in Architectural Technology

This is a part time/day release course over 3 years of study. To gain the qualification 16 units need to be completed and 240 credits need to be achieved. This Degree is designed for those students with Level 3 qualifications (such as BTEC or A level) and mature learners (25+). A range of skills will be developed as part of the learning programme and will include:

•            Communication by written report, proportional sketches, scale drawing and specifications
•            Correct use of specialised terminology commonly used within the industry
•            Problem-solving in relation to materials and methods of construction
•            Working with others in a small group environment
•            Demonstrate engagement in Personal Development Planning.

On successful completion of the course you will be awarded a FdSc.

Year 1

Elements of Construction Design (15 credits)
IT and Communication (15 credits)
Elementary Survey Skills (15 credits)
Building Technology (15 credits)

Year 2

Design Studio A (15 credits)
Work Based Learning A in the built environment (15 credits)
Construction Technology (15 credits)
History and Theory of Architecture (15 credits)
Work Related Learning and the Built Environment (15 credits)
Design Studio B (15 credits)

Year 3

Advanced Construction Technology (15 credits)
Site Studies and Planning (15 credits)
Environmental Building Performance (15 credits)
Architectural CAD (15 credits)
Work Based Learning B in the Built Environment (15 credits)
Site Studies and Design (15 credits)

After successfully completing the course, students may progress to an Honours degree in Architectural Technology and employment. Students have the opportunity to develop a career within the built environment, particularly in architecture, design and planning. Students are encouraged to apply for membership of CIAT. The awarding body is Anglia Ruskin University.

Entry requirements shall be equivalent to passes in one of the following:

An accredited Access Certificate.
One subject at A Level, supported by passes at Grade 4 (C) in four other subjects at GCSE.
University recognised standards of the NCVQ.
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma, Diploma and, Subsidiary Diploma.
Employment as a trainee in the professional/technical areas of construction is desirable.

Assessment:

All units will be internally assessed using predominantly coursework, short tests, assignments, etc.  Work will be graded according to the following calibration.

A = 70% or more
B = 60% - 69%
C = 50% - 59%
D = 40% - 49%
E = 35% - 39%
U = 34% and under