Architectural Engineering

This course combines subjects from all of the engineering disciplines associated with buildings and their infrastructure, as well as providing an understanding of architectural thinking and practice.

A degree in Architectural Engineering offers you an opportunity to explore a truly interconnected subject that considers the interface between structural and mechanical engineering, and architectural thinking and practice – ready to create the next generation of low environmental-impact buildings.

There is an increasing demand for building systems engineers with multidisciplinary skills. Study at Sheffield and you'll become the kind of engineer who recognises social responsibility and holistic thinking. Someone ready to step into a career creating buildings which make minimal impact on our environment.

Architectural engineers combine a range of specialisms to deliver high quality, energy efficient buildings. During your degree you will learn about heat flow and energy with mechanical engineers; construction, structures, and geotechnics with Civil Engineers, and the history and theory of buildings with architects. Your learning will be drawn together to deliver increasingly complex building projects.

We develop engineers who can balance economic, environmental, and social factors to create sustainable infrastructure that meets the needs of society while preserving natural resources for future generations.

Accreditation

This degree is accredited by the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE), Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) and the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM), comprising the Institution of Civil Engineers, Institution of Structural Engineers, Institute of Highway Engineers, the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation and the Permanent Way Institution, on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng).

Find more information on the CIBSE and JBM websites.

Why study this course?

• Unique accreditation by CIBSE, IMechE and JBM - This degree supports a diversity of potential career pathways both within and outside of the built environment.

• Unique multidisciplinarity of teaching - You’ll learn civil and mechanical engineering, and architectural thinking from specialists in each discipline.

• World-leading research facilities - Get hands-on experience, including access to the unique urban flows observatory.

• Project-based learning - Our series of design projects throughout each year allow you to integrate technical knowledge with more practical design considerations. You'll develop capability in tackling realistic projects and addressing complex challenges