BEng Architectural Engineering

The BEng Architectural Engineering at the University of Reading blends scientific principles and architectural design to create energy-efficient and sustainable buildings. The course is designed for students with an interest in structural engineering, building services, and architecture.Course Content: The curriculum engages students in advanced principles of architectural engineering including acoustics, lighting design, BIM, as well as sustainable design and fundamental physics. Additionally, the course provides many practical opportunities and students will get involved in a series of design-led project work based on real-world scenarios from the first year.Key Modules: The course includes essential modules such as Introduction to Architectural Engineering, Building Physics and Services, Structural Engineering, plus Project Management and Economics. Final year students carry out individual projects on a topic of their choice.Accreditations: BEng Architectural Engineering course is accredited by the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE) and the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE). This course provides a pathway to achieving Chartered Engineer status.Future Careers: Graduates from this course have secured positions in areas such as building services engineering, architectural and engineering consulting firms, construction project management, and scientific research and development. Some graduates have also proceeded to postgraduate studies in the same field.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.