Architectural Technologies and Interior Architecture Undergraduate courses

Are you interested in the sustainable future of our social, work and living spaces? Explore contemporary architectural issues and learn in one of only four CIAT Centres of Excellence in the world. 

Why study Architectural Technologies and Interior Architecture at Derby?

• Professionally accredited architectural courses mean you’ll have the qualifications that employers are looking for
• We are recognised as a Centre of Excellence by the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists, and our Interior Architecture and Venue Design course was the first to be recognised by the Chartered Society of Designers.
• Work on real-world projects. Architectural students have previously worked on a redevelopment project of Derby City Centre in collaboration with Derby City Council and Marketing Derby.
• Learn from tutors with current industry experience.
• Make use of industry-standard equipment, such as advanced use of Building Information Modelling (BIM).

Accreditation

We are recognised as a Centre of Excellence by the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists for our BSc (Hons) Architectural Technology and Practice programme and by the Chartered Society of Designers for our BA (Hons) Interior Architecture and Venue Design programme.

We work closely with employers to ensure that our courses meet industry needs and stay at the forefront of developments in thinking and practice in this rapidly changing world. You’ll learn in well resourced, professional design studios and will get hands-on in our traditional workshop facilities.

Facilities

Our dedicated Architectural Technology and Interior Architecture studio space is used for lectures and seminars, one-to-one sessions, group work and presentations to employers. 

Career opportunities

Degrees recognised by industry mean that you’ll have plenty to offer employers after graduation.

Career opportunities open to graduates include:

• architectural practice
• interior design practice
• venue project management
• design consultancy
• styling and retail display
• film, TV and stage set design