On this course, youll study all the engineering disciplines associated with buildings and their infrastructure, and develop an understanding of architectural thinking and practice.
There is an increasing demand for building systems engineers who can provide multidisciplinary skills at the interface of engineering and architecture. Youll become the kind of engineer that recognises social responsibility and holistic thinking, ready for a career engineering high-quality buildings that have minimal impact on the environment.
Between years three and four, youll arrange ...
On this course, youll study all the engineering disciplines associated with buildings and their infrastructure, and develop an understanding of architectural thinking and practice.<br/><br/>There is an increasing demand for building systems engineers who can provide multidisciplinary skills at the interface of engineering and architecture. Youll become the kind of engineer that recognises social responsibility and holistic thinking, ready for a career engineering high-quality buildings that have minimal impact on the environment.<br/><br/>Between years three and four, youll arrange a year working in an engineering company. This industrial experience could be on site, in an office or a combination of both and will put your academic studies into context, improve your skills and enhance your employment prospects. Youll be responsible for finding your own placement but the departmental and faculty careers and employability teams will help you find the right position and get the most out of the experience.<br/><br/>During your third year youll spend a full semester doing the Integrated Design Project. The project encourages you to unleash your creativity on a grand scale by devising plans for an entire urban regeneration project based on a real site in Sheffield. Youll investigate new design methods and construction materials while developing detailed designs such as elegant bridges, sustainable and environmentally sensitive multi-storey buildings, or state-of-the-art sports venues. Itll give you invaluable project experience and a feel for the kind of issues you may encounter in your career.<br/><br/>The course is accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators, which includes the Institution of Civil Engineers, Institution of Structural Engineers, Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation, and the Institute of Highway Engineers under licence from the Engineering Council. This degree is accredited as fully satisfying the educational base for a Chartered Engineer (CEng).<br/><br/>The course is also accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers and the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
5 Years
Start Date
30/09/2024
Campus
Main Site
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
2G91
Institution Code
S18
Points of Entry
Year 1
A levelA,A,A including Maths UCAS TariffScottish HigherAccess to HE DiplomaD:39,M:6,P:0 Award of Access to HE Diploma in a relevant subject, with 45 credits at Level 3, including 39 at Distinction (to include Maths and Science or Engineering units), and 6 at Merit + Grade A in A Level Maths International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme36 with 6 in Higher Level Maths Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDD in Engineering + A in A Level Maths Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H2,H2,H2,H2,H2,H2 including Maths GCSE/National 4/National 5GCSE Physics (or Combined Science) grade 6/B Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DD in Engineering + A in A Level Maths Scottish Advanced HigherA in Maths + AAAAB in Scottish Highers Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)A + AA at A Level including Chemistry T Level |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
International | £29,110 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |