MEng, BEng Architectural Engineering

Overview

The course is designed to produce engineers who understand and can take part in the design of buildings from an architectural perspective, while at the same time having a firm grounding in civil and structural engineering.

Areas of study include architectural history and theory and building services as well as the core civil and structural engineering modules. Our graduates are in high demand from industry, especially from companies which are multi-disciplinary, and this includes many of the major consulting firms.

This course is taught in the School of Civil Engineering, which is ranked 6th in The Guardian league table and 8th in The Sunday Times league table.

UCAS code: HK21
Industrial placements: Yes
Study abroad: Yes
Delivery option: MEng (4 years, full-time) or BEng (3 years, full-time)
Start date: September
Course fees: Home/EU: £9,000 International: £16,200
Information about living expenses and financial support can be found on the University's website.
Scholarships: Up to £4,000 scholarships available.
Course brochure: Download
Accreditation: This degree has been accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators and is recognised by the Engineering Council for the purposes of meeting in full the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.

This course is also accredited by EUR-ACE, the European quality label for engineering degree programmes at Bachelor and Master level.

Modules

The tables below show the modules that you will study if you commence your studies in September 2012. This information is taken from the University Programme Catalogue, which is a tool designed for current students to select modules.

If you are looking to start your studies in September 2013 a list of modules can be found in the brochure. Detailed module descriptions will appear here in May 2013.

This is an indicative list and actual content may vary as we regularly review the content or our courses in light of new experiences and developments in the field.

Career options

Recent graduates of this course have successfully secured positions such as
Design Engineers, Trainee Architectural Engineers and Architectural Consultants
and Graduate Civil and Structural Engineers with organisations such as Arup, Adams Kara Taylor, Cornerstone Consulting, AMEC Design and Management, Mowlem Plc, Luckman and Clark, Whitby Bird and Parkin Group International.

Entry requirements

2013 entry

AAA at A level including Mathematics, two A levels and two AS level may be considered. AS level mathematics considered.

Engineering or Construction Diploma grade A plus A-level (A2) Mathematics grade A or higher. AS level mathematics considered.

IB: 37 points overall, with 18 points at higher level to include 5 points in higher level mathematics and physics.

We also welcome and accept students with a wide range of alternative UK and international equivalent qualifications.

English language requirements: A pass at GCSE level in English Language (grade C or above). If English is not your first language, you are required to provide evidence of proficiency in English and you will need to meet our English Language minimum requirements.

How to apply

All undergraduate applications should be made through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Services (UCAS).

If you require any further information please contact the Undergraduate Admissions team, e: ugcivil@leeds.ac.uk, t: +44 (0)113 343 2262.