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Architectural Engineering

  • Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours)
  • 4 Years
  • Full-Time
  • 13 September 2027
  • Undergraduate
Edinburgh Campus
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Course summary

Architectural Engineering is about sustainable building design. From reduction of greenhouse gas emissions to smart, connected, resilient homes, architectural engineers design innovative, energy efficient indoor environments of the future.

There is a growing need to provide society with modern buildings that are sustainable, energy efficient and green. Architectural engineers focus on the interaction between engineering services, building design and human behaviour to design appropriate low-energy, indoor environments for buildings.

Our Architectural Engineering discipline aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills required for the specification, design and management of engineering services required in the built environment, with an emphasis on sustainable solutions.

The courses are supported by an Industry advisory panel involving representatives from major multi-national employers. The panel supports our courses ensuring our curriculum delivers exactly what the industry needs and that our graduates are work ready.

Employment prospects for architectural engineering graduates are excellent. There are many exciting opportunities for people who want to play a professional role in helping to shape the built environment of the future.

Please visit our website for further information on our 3 year honours degrees

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Edinburgh Campus

Study options

  • Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) • Full-Time • 3 to 4 Years

Start dates

  • 13 September 2027

Apply by
13 January 2027

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
K131
Institution code:
H24
Campus name:
Edinburgh Campus
Points of Entry:
Year 1, 2, 3

How to apply

Apply by
13 January 2027

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
K131
Institution code:
H24
Campus name:
Edinburgh Campus

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1
  • Year 2
  • Year 3

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Entry requirements

Typical qualification requirements

A level
BCC

including Mathematics at B for entry to Level 1.
For entry to Level 2: BBB including Mathematics.

T Level

We will consider T Levels as suitable for entry to our degree programmes, however, certain subject requirements may be required for entry to specific programmes. Where this is not evident as part of the T Level studies, we may ask for additional qualifications.

UCAS Tariff
Not accepted

Scottish HNC
Pass

HNC in relevant subject with B in graded unit including pass in appropriate SCQF level 7 Mathematics for entry to Year 1.
For entry to Year 2: HNC in relevant subject with A in graded unit including pass in appropriate SCQF level 7 Mathematics.

Scottish HND
Pass

For Year 2 entry: HND in relevant subject with BB in graded units including pass in appropriate SCQF level 7 Mathematics courses.
For Level 3 entry: HND in relevant subject with AB in graded units including pass in appropriate SCQF level 7 Mathematics.

Scottish Higher
BBBB

including Mathematics.

GCSE/National 4/National 5

It is also a requirement of every applicant to have English and Mathematics at a minimum of National 5 Grade C or GCSE Grade C or 4 (or equivalent)

Scottish Advanced Higher
BC

including Mathematics plus Highers BBBB for entry to Year 2.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Offer: 28

with Higher Level Mathematics at 5 for entry to Year 1.
For entry to Year 2: 33 points with Mathematics at Higher Level 6.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MMM

in a relevant engineering course (including sufficient Mathematics) for entry to Year 1.
For entry to Year 2: DMM in a relevant engineering course (including sufficient Mathematics).

Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6)
P

We accept Foundation Apprenticeships in combination with other qualifications such as SQA Highers and Advanced Highers.

We accept a wide range of other qualifications from the UK, Europe and International countries. Please contact the Undergraduate Admissions Office for further information on the entry requirements for these.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Typical qualification requirements

A level BCC

including Mathematics at B for entry to Level 1.
For entry to Level 2: BBB including Mathematics.

Scottish Higher BBBC

including Mathematics.

English language requirements

Applicants whose native language is not English and who have not been educated previously in the English language must provide evidence of their English language ability to ensure they can cope with the demands of a Heriot-Watt programme taught and assessed in English. Further information about the English Language tests that we currently accept as proof of English Language ability including our own English Language programmes, can be viewed on our website.https://www.hw.ac.uk/study/entry/english-language-requirements.htm

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

We realise that not everyone has an equal opportunity to evidence their full potential from school or college qualifications alone, so we use all the information you provide on your application form to assess both your current achievements and potential to thrive at university. Our minimum entry levels apply to MD20, POLAR 4 Q1 and care experienced students. Students from other widening access backgrounds may get an adjusted offer which is slightly lower than our standard entry requirements.

Learn more on the Heriot-Watt University website

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).

It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.

Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

Not available

Historical entry grades data is not currently available for Heriot-Watt University - we are working with them to try and make it available soon - learn more.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England, Wales, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands & Republic of Ireland£9790
Scotland£1820
EU & International£20080

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

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