BEng (Hons) Building Services Engineering

The Undergraduate Building Services Engineering course offered by Glasgow Caledonian University is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the factors that make buildings work. It delves into key subjects such as the design of heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems, lighting design, sanitary facilities and building energy supply systems. The programme is accredited by professional bodies, offering students industry-recognised qualifications on graduation.Course Content: The course is divided into several modules, each focusing on a different aspect of building services engineering. This includes studies on environmental science, physics, material science, mathematics, and design strategies. The course also emphasises the importance of teamwork and management to ensure successful delivery of services. Students will also learn about product selection and specification, and the importance of considering cost, maintenance, energy efficiency and environmental impact. Key Modules: Some of the key modules of the course include Building Services Design & Installation, Building Environmental Science & Modelling, Building Energy Systems, and Building Services Engineering Management.Accreditations: This course is accredited by the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE) and the Energy Institute (EI) under license from the UK regulator, the Engineering Council. This accreditation allows students to be recognised as incorporated or chartered engineers upon graduation.Future Careers: Graduates from this course can proceed to work in numerous sectors such as construction, design consultancy, facility management, and many more. The course’s accreditation can also lead to a career in the growing field of energy management and energy conservation, in both the public and private sectors.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.