Architectural Engineering, BEng (Hons), with industry placement

Architectural engineers plan, design, build, and maintain the structures that define everyday life, focusing on structural engineering, architectural design, and building services. This accredited program delivers the knowledge, skills, and practical experience needed to become a competent professional. Through laboratory sessions, field trips, individual projects, and design classes, students apply lecture-based learning to develop expertise in surveying and design. They tackle authentic engineering problems individually and in teams, building skills like teamwork and communication in an open-access makerspace.Key features include a salaried placement year in the UK or abroad, offering real-world experience with organizations such as Arup or Mott MacDonald. The course is professionally accredited by institutions like the Institution of Civil Engineers, ensuring it meets academic requirements for Incorporated or Chartered Engineer status. Industry-informed content, delivered by experts, emphasizes hands-on design in specialized facilities, with flexibility to customize studies or switch programs after the first year.