BEng/MEng (Hons) Architectural Engineering

The award winning BEng/MEng Hons Architectural Engineering has been designed for innovative individuals with an interest how buildings work. The programme aims to meet the increasing demand for skilled graduates with the expertise and knowledge to deliver energy conscious and environmentally sustainable solutions for buildings. Pioneering research shapes our teaching. Throughout the course you will explore a number of themes including energy, building services, engineering principles, sustainability and management. Employability is embedded within the programme structure to ensure that what you study is relevant in a real-world context. The degree offers a route to professional status with excellent employment opportunities. Our graduates have been successful in a number of roles from design engineer to energy manager. Architectural Engineering at Ulster will equip you with the professional skills and knowledge for this thriving industry.
Full-Time - 4 year FT degree or 5 year with placement year

A level
BBC

or

BCC including Grade B in one of Maths or Physics.

A Level Essential:
- Twofrom Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Technology and Design, Environmental Technology, Environmental Science, Life and Health Sciences (Single or Double Award), Digital Technology, Construction or Engineering.

We will also accept Applied Science, Geography, ICT/IT or Design and Technology as long as these are presented with one of the main A Level subjects shown above.
Applied General Qualifications
RQF Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma

Award profile of DMM

Essential Subjects (you will need one of the following):

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended DiplomaBuilding Services Engineering (RQF) (603/1219/1)

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended DiplomaConstruction in the Built Environment (RQF) (603/0861/8)

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Engineering (RQF) (601/7588/6)

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Applied Science (RQF) (601/7437/7)

We will also accept smaller BTEC qualifications (i.e. Diploma or Extended Certificate / Introductory Diploma / Subsidiary Diploma) in combination with A Levels or other acceptable Level 3 qualifications.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Building Services Engineering (RQF) (603/1218/X)

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Construction & the Built Environment (RQF) (603/0864/3)

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Applied Science (RQF) (601/7435/3)

Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate in Construction & the Built Environment (RQF) (603/0862/X)

International Baccalaureate
Overall profile minimum of 25 points (12 at Higher Level) to include Higher Level Mathematics and one other Higher Level subject from Environmental Technology, Applied Science, Geography, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Construction or Engineering. Grade 4 in English Language is also required in the overall profile.

Access to Higher Education (HE)
Overall profile of 63% to include 63% in each of the Level 3 modules and to include 65% in NICATS Level 2 Maths for Year 1 entry. Access Course (120 credit Access Course) (NI Access Course) in a Science, Mathematics, Physics or Engineering subject area.

Overall profile of 15 credits at Distinction and 30 credits at Merit (60 credit Access Course) (GB Access Course) in a Science, Mathematics, Physics or Engineering subject area.

GCSE
For full-time study, you must satisfy the General Entrance Requirements for admission to a first degree course and hold a GCSE pass at Grade C/4 or above in English Language and Mathematics (or equivalent if appropriate).

If A Level or A/S Mathematics is not being offered, Grade B/6 in GCSE Mathematics is required.

Please note that for purposes of entry to this course the Level 2 Certificate in Essential Skills - Application of Number is NOT regarded as an acceptable alternative to GCSE Maths.

Level 2 Certificate in Essential Skills - Communication will be accepted as equivalent to GCSE English Language.

IELTS 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5., TOEFL iBT - 80 with a minimum L - 17 R - 18 S - 20 W - 17, PTE Academic - 55 (with min. of 51 in each part)