Architectural Environment Engineering BEng

Architectural environment engineers create comfortable and efficient indoor environments using modern technologies and sustainable design. Built on traditional building services engineering foundations, this forward-looking and challenging course addresses the increasing need for highly qualified engineers who can take a holistic approach to designing architectural environments for a low-carbon future.
The course is accredited by the Engineering Council through the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE) and offers the first step to becoming a Chartered Engineer.
Year one
In year one you are introduced to the engineering fundamentals and principles required to develop an understanding and appreciation of the important connections between science, engineering, environmental design, building services and technologies.
Year two
Your knowledge and competencies in environmental design and building services systems are further developed in year two. Engineering design forms the main core of the year with specialised subjects such as environmental performance modelling, acoustics, lighting and management feeding into the design process. The built environment in its wider context is considered in the study of renewable energy systems.
Year three
A final year engineering design module provides the opportunity to deliver a project with a stronger emphasis on building analysis, advanced environmental design and environmental performance modelling. This project is used to develop your skills and ability in utilising appropriate aspects of the material covered in years one, two and three, and to consider in more detail the holistic design of a building, its internal environment and the systems necessary to achieve a sustainable building. The choice of an optional module enables you to develop key engineering, science and management skills. The dissertation research project allows you to consider an area of research from a wide range of...