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.
Find your course
Study with us
Interested in studying at the School of Architecture, Design and the Built Environment? Find out what opportunities we offer at undergraduate and postgraduate level.
Undergraduate study at the School of Architecture, Design and the Built Environment
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 study at the School of Architecture, Design and the Built Environment
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 see what makes life and learning at NTU so special.
Book your place at an undergraduate open day on:
- Saturday 6 July 2024
- Saturday 12 October 2024
We have campus tours happening on: Friday 21 June, Friday 28 June, Friday 12 July and Friday 26 July.
Our 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.
About ADBE
We are a hub of expertise for aspiring and professional product designers, architects, engineers, surveyors and property and construction experts. Welcome to our School.
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 2024
Introducing the designers, makers, influencers and disruptors who represent the future of the creative industries.
Services to business
Our expert teams in the School of Architecture, Design and the Built Environment offer a range of business services, including training solutions, facilities, applied research and consultancy.
Explore how our expertise can help support your business.
Latest news
Valuing Marginalised Voices: NTU and OU Pioneering Co-Creation to Enhance Student Experience
Thu 18 Jul 2024
NTU Product Design Students Success at New Designers 2024
Wed 17 Jul 2024
Success for NTU Product Design students in the FIT Design Awards 2024
Thu 11 Jul 2024
Designer creates smart assistant device for Deaf and Hard of Hearing users
Mon 01 Jul 2024
Leading specialist in cultural heritage and sustainable tourism at NTU appointed to the Board of the United Kingdom National Commission for UNESCO (UKNC)
Fri 28 Jun 2024
Architecture Experience Day
Wednesday 2 October 2024, 11 am - 3 pm
In this taster day you'll get the opportunity to experience what it's like to study Architecture at university.
Latest publications
La desaparecida Puerta Real de Sevilla renace en todo su esplendor
Optimising intra-operative pressure injury prevention in surgery: investigation of machine learning classification framework
Prioritising public spaces architectural strategies for autistic users
Effect of urban design on mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic, Mahabad, Iran
Measuring the benefits of social housing retrofits: a comprehensive framework for evaluating wider impacts.
Adapting agile scrum methodology for the subject of building project design in university teaching
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.
More from ADBE
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
We have a vast range of specialist tools, software, workshops and other facilities to help students in the School of Architecture, Design and the Built Environment create their very best work.