Overview

The Architectural Technology and Building Performance MSc degree delivered by Edinburgh Napier University offers a well-balanced blend of theory and practice informed by our links with industry that prepares you for the workplace.

Build on your existing qualifications or experience in this area to develop a good knowledge of architectural technology, building performance and the legislative framework that governs the industry.

Key facts:

This course is built around the knowledge and current applied research of four of the University’s key research centres that sit within the Institute for Sustainable Construction:

Building Performance Centre
Scottish Energy Centre
Centre for Off-site Construction and Innovative Structures
Centre for Timber Engineering

Career opportunities:

The MSc Architectural Technology & Sustainable Building Performance course offers in-depth knowledge and expertise in architectural technology and sustainable building practices, which are increasingly important in the construction industry. This specialization can help you to build a career in the following roles:

Architectural Practice
Design Construct Companies
Product Manufacturers
House Builders
Housing Associations

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Architectural Design & Technology
Building Acoustic Performance
Building Energy Performance
Building Information Modelling, Management and Evaluation
Health and Safety
Sustainable Building Design

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-07 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Architecture Civil Engineering & Construction General Engineering & Technology View 304 other Masters in General Engineering & Technology in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

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Other requirements

General requirements

The entry requirement for this course is a Bachelor (Honours) Degree at 2:2 or above. We are looking for an academic background in Architecture or Architectural Technology (RIBA Part 1 accredited).

We may also consider lesser qualifications if you have sufficient relevant work experience within the industry. There may also be a portfolio requirement if you apply with less than an Honours degree, this would be confirmed on submission of the application to the Admissions Team.
We welcome applications from students studying a wide range of international qualifications.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

22285 GBP / year

≈ 22285 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

8030 GBP / year

≈ 8030 GBP / year

Additional Details

Scotland, England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Republic of Ireland £8,030
Overseas and EU £22,285

Living costs

Edinburgh

United Kingdom

725 - 1167 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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