Building Services Engineering Top-up Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)

OVERVIEW

Buildings account for 40% of global energy use. The world needs engineers who can design smarter, more sustainable systems. Our BEng Building Services Engineering Top-up (Level 6) takes you from HNC or Level 4 study to a full honours degree. Available full-time or part-time, it’s flexible and designed to fit around work and life.

You’ll gain practical skills in renewable energy design, building management systems and mathematical modelling. You’ll master industry software such as IESVE and CFD, explore thermofluids and acoustics, and learn project management with PRINCE2. You’ll also study IoT, AI and cybersecurity in building systems, plus sustainability frameworks including BREEAM, LEED and EPC. A major design project ties your learning to real-world challenges and the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Whether you’re exploring different career paths or seeking structured progression, this degree opens doors across energy, design and building performance. The programme is progressing towards CIBSE accreditation, and students finishing Level 5 may also gain a DipHE.

WHY SHOULD I CHOOSE THIS COURSE?
FUTURE SKILLS READY – Step up from your HNC to a full BEng with advanced training in Smart Buildings, IoT, AI and cybersecurity. You’ll gain hands-on experience with industry-standard tools such as IESVE and CFD, preparing you for careers that drive net zero change.

ACCREDITATIONS - This programme is progressing towards CIBSE accreditation, giving your qualification added professional recognition. A highlight of the course is the Major Design Project, where you’ll tackle real building services challenges linked to the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

LEADERSHIP – You’ll move beyond technical knowledge to develop analytical and managerial expertise. From advanced mathematics to PRINCE2 project management and asset management skills, you’ll be equipped to lead projects and teams in industry.

PRACTICAL APPLICATION – Teaching is interactive and problem-based, combining lectures, seminars and demonstrations. You’ll use specialist software in our labs, apply your knowledge through presentations and projects, and graduate with skills you can immediately use in the workplace.

FACILITIES


• IESVE (Integrated Environmental Systems Virtual Environment): model energy performance, airflow, and thermal comfort in buildings.



• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD): analyse ventilation and cooling strategies, such as atriums and stacks, for real building designs.



• BIM and Revit: apply digital collaboration tools for facilities management, cost estimating, and clash detection.



• Controls and Building Management Systems (BMS): explore smart building technologies and automation.



• Matlab and project management tools: develop analytical skills and apply frameworks such as PRINCE2.



• Dedicated IT labs: access industry-standard software and complete hands-on assessments through practical presentations and simulations.



ACCREDITATIONS AND PARTNERSHIPS
This course is delivered in partnership with the Great Birmingham and Solihull Institute of Technology (GBSloT)

CAREERS AND PROGRESSION
Examples of careers you could pursue following this course:


• Building Services Engineer



• Facilities manager



• Project manager



• Sustainability consultant



• HVAC design engineer



• BMS/Building controls specialist