Male postgraduate student using equipment to measure the air-tightness of the building, Mark Group House, University Park, May 2017 by Phil Rowley

Architectural Environment Engineering including an Industrial Year MEng

University Park Campus, Nottingham, UK

Course overview

Study our MEng Architectural Environment Engineering course, including an industrial year, and start your journey in sustainable design! With buildings responsible for up to 40% of global energy demand, your expertise will help create smart, eco-friendly structures that positively impact both people and the planet.  Unique to the University of Nottingham, our course centres on using engineering principles to create places which minimise energy use in a changing climate. Fully accredited by the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE) this course delivers strong graduate outcomes.

Indicative modules

Mandatory

Year 1

Performance of Construction Materials

Mandatory

Year 1

Fluid Mechanics and the Built Environment 1

Mandatory

Year 1

Architectural Engineering Design 1

Mandatory

Year 1

Mathematical Methods for Architectural and Environmental Engineering

Mandatory

Year 1

Thermofluids 1

Mandatory

Year 1

Electricity and the Built Environment

Mandatory

Year 1

Environmental Science for Architects 1

Mandatory

Year 1

Architectural Engineering Design 2

Mandatory

Year 2

Differential Equations and Calculus for Engineers

Mandatory

Year 2

Acoustics and Lighting

Mandatory

Year 2

Thermofluids 2

Mandatory

Year 2

Architectural Engineering Design 3

Mandatory

Year 2

Architectural Engineering Design 4

Mandatory

Year 2

Environmental Performance Modelling

Mandatory

Year 2

Project Management and Development

Mandatory

Year 2

Fluid Mechanics and the Built Environment 2

Mandatory

Year 2

Smart Energy and the Built Environment

Mandatory

Year 3

Computational Fluid Dynamics for the Built Environment

Mandatory

Year 3

Heat Transfer and Cooling Technology

Mandatory

Year 3

Architectural Engineering Design 5

Mandatory

Year 3

Building Information Modelling and Management

Mandatory

Year 3

Energy and Waste

Mandatory

Year 3

Energy and the Environment

Mandatory

Year 4

Year in industry

Mandatory

Year 5

Architectural Engineering Design 6

Mandatory

Year 5

Research Project

Mandatory

Year 5

Simulation Modelling Theory

Mandatory

Year 5

Building Physics

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About modules

The above is a sample of the typical modules we offer, but is not intended to be construed or relied on as a definitive list of what might be available in any given year. This content was last updated on Tuesday 8 July 2025. Due to timetabling availability, there may be restrictions on some module combinations.

Teaching methods

  • Group study
  • Independent Study
  • Lab sessions
  • Lectures
  • Practical classes
  • Supervision
  • Tutorials
  • Workshops

Assessment methods

  • Coursework
  • Dissertation
  • Examinations
  • Group coursework
  • Practical write-ups
  • Presentation
  • Research project

On average, you will have around 20 contact hours a week in year one and two. Combined with coursework and self-study, you may spend over 40 hours a week on your studies.

Strong links with UK and international companies offer our graduates excellent prospects for employment, research training and professional recognition. This course involves the use of modern and environmentally friendly technologies to create comfortable and efficient indoor environments. Typically employed within Consulting Engineer practices, graduates in this field apply their skills to design occupant focused, energy efficient buildings incorporating renewable energy, sustainable design, ventilation, lighting, acoustics, mechanical services and electrical/control systems. Graduate destinations include:

  • AECOM
  • Foster & Partners
  • WSP
  • Hilson Moran
  • Laing O’Rourke
  • Long & Partners

Average starting salary and career progression

92.8% of undergraduates from the Department of Architecture and Built Environment secured graduate level employment or further study within 15 months of graduation.* 

* HESA Graduate Outcomes 2021/22. 

Studying for a degree at the University of Nottingham will provide you with the type of skills and experiences that will prove invaluable in any career, whichever direction you decide to take.

Throughout your time with us, our Careers and Employability Service can work with you to improve your employability skills even further; assisting with job or course applications, searching for appropriate work experience placements and hosting events to bring you closer to a wide range of prospective employers.

Have a look at our careers page for an overview of all the employability support and opportunities that we provide to current students.

The University of Nottingham is consistently named as one of the most targeted universities by Britain’s leading graduate employers (Ranked in the top ten in The Graduate Market in 2013-2023, High Fliers Research).

Undergraduate students enjoying Highfields Park and lake

As someone who has always been interested in what I can do to fight climate change, this degree has set me up perfectly to make my mark on an industry which contributes towards 40% of carbon emissions in the UK.

Matt Dickenson

Architectural Environment Engineering BEng

Course Data

Open Day June 2022