Expand+General Entry Requirements: Undergraduate courses

To be eligible to apply for an undergraduate degree or honours degree course, you must;
◦meet the General Entrance Requirements, and
◦meet any additional requirements for your chosen ...

Hide-General Entry Requirements: Undergraduate courses

To be eligible to apply for an undergraduate degree or honours degree course, you must;
◦meet the General Entrance Requirements, and
◦meet any additional requirements for your chosen course as outlined in the online prospectus.

Alternative qualifications for undergraduate programmes

Ulster University will consider the following alternative qualifications for entry to an undergraduate degree or honours degree course:

◦two A levels (grades A-E) and three passes at GCSE (grades A-C/4-9) or an Intermediate GNVQ or two Double Award Vocational GCSEs

◦BTEC National qualifications awarded by the Edexcel Foundation

◦Cambridge International Pre-U Diploma

◦Canbridge Technicals

◦OCR National qualifications

◦Highers or Advanced Highers of the Scottish Qualifications Authority

◦European, International or Welsh Baccalaureate

◦Irish Leaving Certificate at higher level with passes in four approved subjects at grade D/H6

◦satisfactory completion of an approved Access programme

◦any foundation degree awarded by Ulster University

◦for entry to Art and Design degree programmes, satisfactory completion of a full-time foundation programme in Art and Design, of not less than one academic year in duration.

No subject may be counted at more than one level except in the case of the A level or Applied A level combined with the Intermediate GNVQ. Qualifications not listed will be considered on merit.

You must also meet the additional requirements for your chosen course as outlined in the online prospectus.

Additional Entry Requirements

A level

The A Level requirement for this course is BBB to include 2 subjects from Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Technology and Design, Engineering, Environmental Technology, Construction and Engineering.

Applicants can satisfy the requirement for one of the A level grades (or equivalent) by substituting a combination of alternative qualifications recognised by the University.

If not offering A-level Mathematics or AS-level Mathematics, a GCSE Mathematics at Grade B is required.

BTEC

Successful completition of BTEC award with DDM profile (to include 9 Distinctions) in Construction, Applied Science or Engineering.

The Extended Diploma should include a Distinction in one of the following:

Further Mathematics in Construction and the Built Environment, Mathematical Calculations for Science or Further Mathematics for Engineering Technicians.

Irish Leaving Certificate

Overall Irish Leaving Certificate profile include grades H3, H3, H3, H3, H3 in Mathematics and two other subjects from: Physics, Applied Science, Chemistry, Environmental Technology, Biology, Geography and Construction & Engineering.

If no Physics at Higher level, Grade O4 or above at Irish Ordinary is required in this subject.

Scottish Highers

The Scottish Highers requirement for this course is Grades BBBCC to include Mathematics at Grade B and one other subject from: Environment Technology, Applied Science, Geography, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Construction and Engineering.

Scottish Advanced Highers

The Scottish Advanced Highers requirement for this course is Grades CCC to include Mathematics and one other subject from: Environment Technology, Applied Science, Geography, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Construction and Engineering.

International Baccalaureate

Overall International Baccalaureate profile minimum of 26 points (13 at higher level) to include Mathematics and one other subject from Environmental Technology, Applied Science, Geography, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Construction and Engineering.

Access to Higher Education (HE)

Overall Access mark of 70% in Science and Mathematics; Physics and Engineering with 65% in Mathematics module for Year 1 entry.

GCSE

GCSE Profile to include grade C in English and Mathematics.

If no Mathematics at A/AS level offered, Grade B in Mathematics is required.

English Language Requirements

English language requirements for international applicants
The minimum requirement for this course is Academic IELTS 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5. Trinity ISE: Pass at level III also meets this requirement for Tier 4 visa purposes.

Ulster recognises a number of other English language tests and comparable IELTS equivalent scores.

Additional Entry Requirements

Successful completion of Foundation Degree in Building Services and Renewable Energies with an average of 55% or above for year 2 entry and successful completion for year 1 entry.

OtherBuilding Services and Construction related subjects may be considered for Year 1 or Year 2 entry.

Expand+Overview
Important notice – campus change
This course will move to the Belfast campus in September 2019. Students will change campus part way through this course. Find out more

Research informed programme offering a route to professional statu...

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Important notice – campus change
This course will move to the Belfast campus in September 2019. Students will change campus part way through this course. Find out more

Research informed programme offering a route to professional status in an exciting and diverse profession with excellent employment opportunities.

Summary
Study Architectural Engineering at Ulster University in the United Kingdom.

Architectural Engineering is an emerging professional discipline that combines the fields of architecture and engineering to deliver the functional buildings and their systems for the Built Environment of tomorrow.

The BEng (Hons) Architectural Engineering programme is, new and the first of its kind in Ireland, specifically designed to meet the industrial demand for graduates in this interdisciplinary profession who are creative and innovative and who can work in building services, architectural integration, energy use in buildings and the application of renewable technologies throughout these isles and beyond. This programme aims to produce architecturally informed Building Services Engineers and Energy professionals able to deliver energy conscious and environmentally sustainable solutions for buildings.

As a graduate you will have high levels of competencies in the design and sizing of heating and cooling systems for buildings, electrical and energy supply and use, sanitation and environmental systems. You will be aware of the legislative drivers that affect the built environment and the need for a radical and sustainable approach to building services if the environmental impact of existing and new buildings is to be dramatically reduced.

The research informed BEng (Hons) Architectural Engineering programme offers a route to professional status in an exciting and diverse profession with excellent employment opportunities.

The course is accredited through the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE) and the Energy Institute.

About

The Building services sector carries out £20 billion of work each year, roughly 3% of UK GNP. In any new construction project, building services typically account for 30% to 40% of the total cost. More recently CIBSE (Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers) have recognised the changing role of the building services engineer. The building services engineer of tomorrow must have a greater awareness of the total building concept through an integrated design approach and therefore emerging specialist areas like BIM, design and simulation tools, façade engineering or green building design have opened up potential new employment opportunities.

On the other hand the European Commission has identified the green economy as a “key sector” offering “important job creation potential,” with renewables alone claimed to provide up to 3 million jobs across the EU to 2020. It has been reported that the UK’s £12.5 billion renewables industry supports 110,000 jobs across supply chain, and could support 400,000 by 2020. The report also reveals that the overall increase in market value from 2009/10 to 2010/11 was 11%, which far outstrips the economic growth over the same period of 1.4%.

The Architectural Engineering programmes provide graduates with an in-depth knowledge of building services engineering and energy including environmental systems relevant to the built environment.

You will have high levels of competencies in the design and sizing of heating and cooling systems for buildings, electrical and energy supply and use, and water supply and disposal both in buildings and complete systems. You will be aware of the legislative drivers that affect the built environment and the need for a radical and sustainable approach to building services if the environmental impact of existing and new buildings is to be dramatically reduced. Renewable Energy systems are an increasing focus for the delivery of zero carbon energy and you will have competences in the utilisation and building/site integration of these technologies.

A number of themes run through the programmes and provide a developmental continuum. The main themes are Energy, Building Services, Engineering Principles, Sustainability and Management.

Expand+Structure & content

Year 1

This year is orientated towards knowledge and understanding of the underlying science and engineering. This year gives an essential raft of design-supporting elements. The modules are

◦ Communicating Sustain...

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Year 1

This year is orientated towards knowledge and understanding of the underlying science and engineering. This year gives an essential raft of design-supporting elements. The modules are

◦ Communicating Sustainability
◦ Introduction to Building Services
◦ Introduction to Architecture
◦ Engineering Mathematics
◦ Energy and Environmental Systems
◦ Fluid Mechanics
◦ Comfort
◦ CAD
◦ Environmental Services

To help with your transition to University learning you will undertake a week long induction program and given your own study advisor. You will be able to develop your study skills through specially designed sessions run by senior students in the course.

Year 2

This year is orientated around the application of knowledge. Learning and teaching is more focused on using knowledge and applying it to create engineering solutions. The modules are

◦ Electrical Distribution Systems
◦ Mechanical Services Design
◦ Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer
◦ BIM
◦ Solar Thermal and Photovoltaic Technology
◦ Structures and Materials
◦ Biomass and Bio-energy

Year 3

The Industrial Placement Year is an integral part of the course. This year has been found to enhance the awareness of energy, environmental, building services and design, the need to attend to health and safety matters, and the essential need to consider the ‘prudent use of natural resources’, especially energy conservation and renewal. Benefits include access to working with other professionals in the design environment, teamwork in activities such as Design, Installation, and Survey are normally accrued in this year.

Year 4

This year brings several aspects of design-related studies together, notably in the context of good practice in sustainability engineering and with design in mind. The emphasis is on advanced design, innovative technologies, policy and legislation and management. The modules are

◦ Construction Management
◦ Design
◦ Energy Economics & Management
◦ Dissertation
◦ Green Buildings
◦ HVAC & Energy Systems

You will have the opportunity to develop your critical evaluation and independent thinking skills by participating in international collaborative research projects run by the Centre of Sustainable Technologies.

Expand+Graduate employers

Graduates from this course have gained employment with a wide range of organisations. Here are some examples:
◦AECOM
◦ARUP
◦Belfast City Council
◦Belfast Health and Social Care Trust
◦Harvey Gr...

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Graduates from this course have gained employment with a wide range of organisations. Here are some examples:
◦AECOM
◦ARUP
◦Belfast City Council
◦Belfast Health and Social Care Trust
◦Harvey Group
◦Semple and McKilop Consulting Engineer
◦White Young Green (WYG)

Job roles

Graduates from this course are employed in many different roles. Here are some examples:
◦Design Engineer
◦Energy Manager
◦Facility Manager
◦M & E Engineer
◦Project Engineer
◦R & D
◦Consultant

Career options

Embarking upon a career in Architectural Engineering can open a wide variety of career choices. You will be involved in the design of various building systems associated with industrial, commercial and residential buildings such as heating, ventilation and air conditioning, refrigeration, lighting, water service, drainage, plumbing, security and alarms, lifts, escalators, gas, electricity, and communication. You will work with architects, structural engineers, civil engineers and quantity surveyors in the design and construction of buildings. You will also have a growing role in the deployment of renewable energy systems and, sustainability and energy efficiency in buildings. You will be playing a key role in delivering the low carbon environment which will aid in combating climate change, fossil fuel depletion and reductions to fuel poverty.

The career development depends on the choice of specialisation and professional qualifications gained from appropriate professional body. Opportunities also exist to continue studies through the PhD research programmes in energy, infrastructure and sustainability issues.

You will be employed in the following areas:
◦General and specialist contracting, offering multi-discplinary or specific industrial services
◦Design consulting practices (including architectural practices)
◦Governmental and public authorities
◦Facilities Management
◦Energy advice and training bodies
◦Education
◦Self-employment

Work placement / study abroad

Industrial Placement is a compulsory part of the programmes and shall normally consist of a minimum of 48 weeks of full-time work experience undertaken in Year 3. Industrial placement, for full-time students only, is regarded as an important component of the programme of study. Such experience sets the context of the final year studies and greatly enhances employment prospects.

Successful completion of the placement year leads to award of Diploma in Professional Practice (DPP) or Diploma in Professional Practice (International) (DPP(I)).