Architectural Environment Engineering MEng Hons
Program Overview
The MEng Architectural Environment Engineering program equips students with skills to reduce the carbon footprint of built environments through sustainable building design. Accredited by CIBSE, it provides a pathway to Chartered Engineer registration. Graduates gain expertise in smart and sustainable building design, BIM, building physics, and simulation theory, preparing them for careers in architectural environment engineering.
Program Outline
You will have the expertise to shape the design of smart and sustainable buildings. The MEng course will enable you to fulfil the academic requirements to register as a Chartered Engineer. It will enhance your ability to create detailed design proposals as part of a building design team and give you a deeper knowledge of Building Information Modelling (BIM), building physics and simulation theory.
Outline:
Year 1
- Architectural Engineering Design 1
- Architectural Engineering Design 2
- Environmental Science for Architects 1
- Fluid Mechanics and the Built Environment 1
- Performance of Construction Materials
- Thermofluids 1
- Electricity and the Built Environment
- Mathematical Methods for Architectural and Environmental Engineering
Year 2
- Differential Equations and Calculus for Engineers
- Acoustics and Lighting
- Thermofluids 2
- Architectural Engineering Design 3
- Environmental Performance Modelling
- Project Management and Development
- Fluid Mechanics and the Built Environment 2
- Architectural Engineering Design 4
- Smart Energy and the Built Environment
Year 3
- Computational Fluid Dynamics for the Built Environment
- Heat Transfer and Cooling Technology
- Architectural Engineering Design 5
- Energy and Waste
- Building Information Modelling and Management
- Energy and the Environment
Year 4
- Architectural Engineering Design 6
- Building Physics
- Research Project
- Simulation Modelling Theory
- Building Physics
Assessment:
Assessment methods include:
- Coursework
- Group coursework
- Dissertation
- Examinations
- Presentation
- Research project
- Practical write-ups
Teaching:
Teaching methods include:
- Group study
- Independent study
- Lab sessions
- Lectures
- Practical classes
- Supervision
- Tutorials
- Workshops
Careers:
Graduates of this program have excellent prospects for employment in the field of architectural environment engineering. They can work for a range of companies, including global engineering and construction firms, smaller national and regional consultancies, and government agencies.
Other:
- The program is accredited by the Engineering Council through the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE).
- Graduates may study for a further year at masters level before gaining the necessary industrial experience to gain Chartered Engineer status, or may work towards Chartership through company training schemes.
- The program has strong links with UK and international companies, which offer graduates excellent opportunities for employment, research training, and professional recognition.
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Entry Requirements:
- A level or Higher Level (IB) maths plus one of the following; physics, chemistry, biology, design and technology, geography, geology, computing, economics or further mathematics.
- GCSE English grade 4 (C).
Excluded subjects:
- General studies, thinking skills, global perspectives and research, critical thinking.
Additional entry requirements:
- All candidates are considered on an individual basis and we accept a broad range of qualifications. The entrance requirements below apply to 2024 entry.
- Please note: Applicants whose backgrounds or personal circumstances have impacted their academic performance may receive a reduced offer.
UK entry requirements:
- Alternative qualifications Applications are assessed on an individual basis.
- BTEC Extended Diploma Applicants should apply for the equivalent BEng course
- RQF Level 3 BTEC National Diploma D D in Engineering or Applied Science plus A Level mathematics grade A
- RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate D in Engineering plus 2 A Levels grades AA to include A Level mathematics
- Access to HE Diploma applicants should apply to equivalent BEng programme The entry requirements for alternative qualifications can be quite specific; for example you may need to take certain modules and achieve a specified grade in those modules. Please contact us to discuss the transferability of your qualification.
- Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) If you have already achieved your EPQ at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject. If you are still studying for your EPQ you will receive the standard course offer, and also an alternate offer with a condition of one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject if you achieve an A grade in your EPQ. If you qualify for a contextual offer, your EPQ will be taken into consideration and the appropriate adjustment will be made to your offer.
- Contextual offers We make contextual offers to students who may have experienced barriers that have restricted progress at school or college. To qualify for a contextual offer, you must have Home/UK fee status and meet specific criteria – check if you’re eligible.
- Foundation progression options An Engineering and Physical Sciences foundation year is available for those who are not taking the required subjects.
Mature students:
At the University of Nottingham, we have a valuable community of mature students and we appreciate their contribution to the wider student population.
IB score:
36
IB requirements:
including Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches 6 at Higher Level or 7 at Standard Level or Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation 6 at Higher Level only.
