Your Architectural Technology Student Toolkit
Undergraduate • macOS
CAD, BIM and documentation tools for architectural technology students.
Who this toolkit is for
For architectural technology students.
Essential (2)
Core tools that are broadly useful.
Office / Documents
LibreOfficeOpen Source
Why you may need this: A free office suite for essays, spreadsheets and presentations.
Homebrew (verified)brew install --cask libreoffice
Recommended (4)
Useful for particular parts of the work or course.
CAD
- AutoCAD
Paid
Why you may need this: Commonly used for 2D technical drawing; your course may use it.
Visit Official WebsiteCheck your university access
Your university or college may provide this software or a student licence. Check before purchasing.
FreeCADOpen Source
Why you may need this: A free parametric CAD option for practising 3D modelling.
Homebrew (verified)brew install --cask freecad
- Adobe Acrobat Reader
FreemiumAlso on Android, iPhone/iPad
Why you may need this: Review and mark up drawings.
Homebrew (verified)brew install --cask adobe-acrobat-reader
Office / Documents
- Microsoft 365
PaidAlso on Android, iPhone/iPad, Web
Why you may need this: Word, Excel and PowerPoint are common for coursework; many institutions provide it free.
Check your university access
Your university or college may provide this software or a student licence. Check before purchasing.
Prefer a free option? LibreOffice, ONLYOFFICE Desktop · Compare alternatives
Homebrew (verified)brew install --cask microsoft-office
Course requirements vary. Software requirements differ between schools, colleges, universities and modules. Check your course materials before purchasing software.
Build your student setup
Build My Setup lets you add or remove apps, see why each is included and, where verified packages exist, get one install command. Nothing is installed automatically.