Prospective Students
Architectural Engineering (BEng/MEng)
UCAS Code:
- H294 MEng/AE (4 yrs), H295 MEng/AE (5 yrs; yr in Industry)
- H291 MEng/AEEur (Yr in France)
- H992 MEng/AEEur (Yr in Germany)
- H990 MEng/AEEur (Yr in Spain)
- H292 BEng/AE3 (3 yrs), H293 BEng/AE4yrs
BEng (3 and 4 year courses) MEng (4 and 5 year courses) (Full-time) / n/a (Part-time) / n/a (Distance / E-Learning)
The creation of modern buildings is a complex operation requiring professional skills from many disciplines. For this reason there is a need for the different specialists to work together as an interdisciplinary team. This co-operation and understanding of each other's problems is particularly important between the architect, the structural engineer, the services engineer and the town planner.
The degree programmes in Architectural Engineering are intended for students wishing to make a career in building design and construction. They are for those students who want an engineering course with a human face that brings together the precision of engineering analysis and the creativity of building design, with an accent on human environmental factors as well as engineering excellence.
The degree programmes include all the basic knowledge required to create buildings. During the course you will become fully aware of the essential interaction between engineering design, architectural requirements and environmental factors (both physical and social). In addition to the essential elements of structural engineering, you will gain a sound understanding of architecture, town planning, municipal engineering, building services and construction technology and management. There is particular emphasis on studio work, design projects and case studies and the course is taught in collaboration with the Welsh School of Architecture.
This degree programme has been accredited by the Institution of Civil Engineers,the Institution of Structural Engineers, the Chartered Institution of Highways & Transportation and the Institute of Highway Engineers.
MEng Accredited CEng (full)
This degree is accredited as fully satisfying the educational base for a Chartered Engineer (CEng)
BEng (Hons) Accredited CEng (partial)
This degree is accredited as:
1. fully satisfying the educational base for an Incorporated Engineer (IEng)
2. partially satisfying the educational base for a Chartered Engineer (CEng). A programme of accredited Further Learning will be required to complete the educational base for CEng.
See www.jbm.org.uk for further information
Both the MEng and BEng programmes are also available as Sandwich degree programmes with a year of industrial training. These industrial placements are arranged by staff of the School and are subject to availability. It is also possible to combine the MEng degree with a year in France, Germany or Spain.
Typical Offer
MEng AAB (340 points). Must include Mathematics
BEng AAB (340 points). Must include Mathematics
Entry Requirements
Three or more subjects at A level. Mathematics is essential. Two AS subjects may be considered in lieu of an A level other than Mathematics.
Applicants to the "Year in France/Germany/Spain" programmes are required to offer Grade C or higher at GCSE in the appropriate language (or an equivalent qualification).
Alternative Entry Requirements
BTEC qualifications in relevant subject areas. Applications from those offering alternative/vocational/overseas qualifications (eg Access, Vocational A-level) are welcome as are those who may have combinations of qualifications or other relevant work/life experience.
Detailed Admissions Criteria
Please click here for a full list of entry requirements and admissions criteria for this degree programme.
Next intake: September each year
School Contact
Name: Dr Steve Bentley
Telephone: 029 2087 4656
Fax: 029 2087 5902
Email: engineering-ug@cardiff.ac.uk
School Website:
http://www.cardiff.ac.uk/engin