MSc Low Carbon Architectural Engineering

The MSc Low Carbon Architectural Engineering course at Plymouth University, UK is designed to equip students with the required knowledge and skills to tackle challenges in achieving low carbon sustainable built environments. The course aims to develop a detailed understanding of the latest techniques and strategies in low carbon building and architectural engineering. It welcomes graduates from a variety of disciplines who wish to increase their expertise in sustainable construction techniques.Course Content: The curriculum explores various aspects of low carbon architectural design, building services systems, energy and thermal performance. Core modules include Low Carbon Architectural Engineering Design Principles, Low Carbon Building Engineering Systems, Low Carbon Building Thermal Performance and Energy Analysis, Research Skills and Dissertation.Key Modules: The core modules include Low Carbon Architectural Engineering Design Principles, Low Carbon Building Engineering Systems, Low Carbon Building Thermal Performance and Energy Analysis, Research Skills and Dissertation. Alongside these, students can also select optional modules such as Building Performance Simulation and Systems Integration.Accreditations: This programme is accredited by the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE) and the Energy Institute for the purpose of partially meeting the education requirements for chartered engineering status.Future Careers: On completion of this course, graduates can use their skills and knowledge in a variety of roles within architecture, building services engineering, construction and property industry. It also qualifies them for research and development positions in lower carbon architectural engineering design practices. Advocacy roles with non-governmental organisations or government agencies are other potential career routes.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.