We are 4,000 students, five departments and one school. We stand halfway between science and the arts; between tradition and disruption. We embrace theoretical rigour, and insist on hands-on experience for all our students. We celebrate design heritage, and we invite innovation.
We’re a nationally renowned stage for talent in making and design. We investigate the physicality of tools and tech, glass and grass, bricks and mortar; we explore the abstract excitement of ideas and creative philosophies.
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Undergraduate Architecture, Design and Built Environment courses
Our undergraduate courses are designed to give you the right blend of skills, knowledge and hands-on experience for an incredible and rewarding career in the built environment industries.
Postgraduate Architecture, Design and Built Environment courses
Whether you're looking to progress from your current role, change industries, or simply explore the subject you're passionate about, we have a range of courses available to choose from.
Research at the School of Architecture, Design and the Built Environment
Find out more about the School of Architecture, Design and the Built Environment's research groups and centres.
Open days and campus tours
Visiting us at an open day is the perfect way to experience life and learning as built environment, architecture and design students at NTU.
Book your place at our next undergraduate open day on Saturday 11 October 2025.
Our academic departments
Department of Architecture
We’ve been developing the next generation of architects, designers and technologists for over 30 years. Our courses are renowned for their quality and relevance to practice, and embodied by our professional accreditations and successful graduates.
Department of Civil Engineering
We have an established reputation for developing successful civil engineering professionals. Our professionally accredited courses have a strong industry and research-informed focus, linked with employability and collaborative working practices.
Department of Product Design
We pride ourselves on producing student designers in their own mould. Our exceptional academic and technical staff promote freedom, experimentation and individuality in design, as students explore their own practice.
Department of Construction Management and Quantity Surveying
With over 40 years’ experience developing successful construction management and quantity surveying professionals, we pride ourselves on preparing our graduates for exciting careers in the construction industry.
Department of Property Management and Development
We are one of the UK’s largest and most established providers of property education. With over 40 years’ experience in developing successful graduates, we deliver innovative vocational education that prepares students to work in industries across the world.
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About ADBE
The School of Architecture, Design and the Built Environment is a hub of expertise for aspiring and professional product designers, architects, engineers, surveyors and property and construction experts. But we're so much more than sketches and blueprints.
ADBE Industry Hub
We're a leading provider of industry-accredited learning, a worldwide centre for professional connections, and a hub for some of the UK’s most exciting collaborations. Our expertise provides a range of ways to empower students and businesses in the built environment.
ADBE Student Showcase
Introducing the designers, makers, influencers and disruptors who represent the future of the creative industries.
Latest news and publications
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Creating a sustainable future
Learn about how we're building a more sustainable future in the School of Architecture, Design and the Built Environment.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the School of Architecture, Design and the Built Environment
Discover what the School of Architecture, Design and the Built Environment are doing to tackle issues that impact our NTU community.
School of Architecture, Design and the Built Environment Facilities
Get hands-on with industry-standard equipment, creative software and workshop spaces — everything you need to design, build and bring your best ideas to life.
Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021
In the latest Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021, 86% of NTU's research impact was assessed to be either world-leading or internationally excellent. The overall quality of each Unit of Assessment NTU submitted to REF in 2021 also saw an improvement from the previous REF in 2014.