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Architectural Environment Engineering including an Industrial Year BEng

University Park Campus, Nottingham, UK

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Qualification	Entry Requirements	Start Date	UCAS code	Duration	Fees
BEng Hons	AAB-ABB	September 2026	K24B	4 years full-time	£9,535*

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Qualification	Entry Requirements	Start Date	UCAS code	Duration	Fees
BEng Hons	AAB-ABB	September 2026	K24B	4 years full-time	£9,535*

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Qualification:
Bachelor of Engineering with Honours

Bachelor of Engineering with Honours
Start date:
September 2026

September 2026
IB score

30 points overall or 655 in 3 HL certificates or 32 points overall or 665 in 3 HL certificates depending on subjects taken

IB requirements

For 30 points/655 one of HL5 in Mathematics Analysis and Approaches, HL5 in Mathematics Applications and Interpretation or SL6 in Mathematics Analysis and Approaches and HL5 in one of chemistry, physics, biology, computer science, economics, environmental systems and societies, geography, geology, or design technology. For 32 points/665 one of HL5 in Mathematics Analysis and Approaches, HL5 in Mathematics Applications and Interpretation or SL6 in Mathematics Analysis and Approaches.

IELTS

6.0 (no less than 5.5 in any element)

English language requirements

As well as IELTS (listed above), we also accept other English language qualifications. This includes TOEFL iBT, Pearson PTE, GCSE, IB and O level English. Check our English language policies and equivalencies for further details.

For presessional English or one-year foundation courses, you must take IELTS for UKVI to meet visa regulations.

If you need support to meet the required level, you may be able to attend a Presessional English for Academic Purposes (PEAP) course. Our Centre for English Language Education is accredited by the British Council for the teaching of English in the UK.

If you successfully complete your presessional course to the required level, you can then progress to your degree course. This means that you won't need to retake IELTS or equivalent.

High school qualifications

High school qualifications
Check our country-specific information for guidance on qualifications from your country

A level

AAB-ABB

Required subjects

A-level MathsA level or Higher Level (IB) maths is essential. Other preferred subjects (for an offer of ABB) are physics, chemistry, biology, design and technology, geography, geology, computing, economics or further maths. Otherwise offer is AAB.

GCSE 4 (C) in Maths and one of Physics 4 (C) or Combined Science 44 (CC) GCSE English 4 (C).

Excluded subjects

General studies, thinking skills, global perspectives and research, critical thinking.

Additional entry requirements

All candidates are considered on an individual basis and we accept a broad range of qualifications. The entrance requirements below apply to 2026 entry.

Please note: Applicants whose backgrounds or personal circumstances have impacted their academic performance may receive a reduced offer. Please see our contextual admissions policy for more information.

Non-UK entry requirements
Alternative qualifications

We recognise that applicants have a wealth of different experiences and follow a variety of pathways into higher education.

Consequently, we treat all applicants with alternative qualifications (besides A-levels and the International Baccalaureate) on an individual basis and we gladly accept students with a whole range of less conventional qualifications including:
- Access to HE Diploma
- Advanced Diploma
- BTEC Nationals
The entry requirements for alternative qualifications can be quite specific; for example, you may need to take certain modules and achieve a specified grade in those modules. Please contact us to discuss the transferability of your qualification. Please also see the alternative qualifications page for more information.

RQF BTEC Nationals

For those considered for year one entry, our typical offer is as follows:

RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma in Engineering – DDD including Distinction in units:
- Engineering Principles,
- Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems and
- Further Engineering Maths
RQF Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Engineering and A Levels – DD + B in A Level Maths

RQF Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in any subject and A Levels – DD + A in A Level Maths

RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate in Engineering and A Levels – D + BB to include A Level Maths

RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate in any subject and A Levels – D + AB to include A in A Level Maths

Access to HE Diploma

Access to HE Diploma 24 Level 3 credits at Distinction (to include a minimum of 15 Level 3 credits at Distinction in Mathematics) and 21 Level 3 credits at Merit.

Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)

If you have already achieved your EPQ at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject. If you are still studying for your EPQ you will receive the standard course offer, and also an alternate offer with a condition of one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject if you achieve an A grade in your EPQ. If you qualify for a contextual offer, your EPQ will be taken into consideration and the appropriate adjustment will be made to your offer. Please note that if you qualify for an enhanced contextual offer, your EPQ will not be taken into consideration as we are unable to make any further adjustments to your offer.

Visa restrictions

International students must have valid UK immigration permissions for any courses or study period where teaching takes place in the UK. Student route visas can be issued for eligible students studying full-time courses. The University of Nottingham does not sponsor a student visa for students studying part-time courses. The Standard Visitor visa route is not appropriate in all cases. Please contact the university’s Visa and Immigration team if you need advice about your visa options.

Mature students

At the University of Nottingham, we have a valuable community of mature students and we appreciate their contribution to the wider student population. You can find lots of useful information on the mature students webpage.
Work experience

NA
A level

AAB-ABB

Required subjects

A-level MathsA level or Higher Level (IB) maths is essential. Other preferred subjects (for an offer of ABB) are physics, chemistry, biology, design and technology, geography, geology, computing, economics or further maths. Otherwise offer is AAB.

GCSE 4 (C) in Maths and one of Physics 4 (C) or Combined Science 44 (CC) GCSE English 4 (C).

Excluded subjects

General studies, thinking skills, global perspectives and research, critical thinking.

IB score

30 points overall or 655 in 3 HL certificates or 32 points overall or 665 in 3 HL certificates depending on subjects taken

IB requirements

For 30 points/655 one of HL5 in Mathematics Analysis and Approaches, HL5 in Mathematics Applications and Interpretation or SL6 in Mathematics Analysis and Approaches and HL5 in one of chemistry, physics, biology, computer science, economics, environmental systems and societies, geography, geology, or design technology. For 32 points/665 one of HL5 in Mathematics Analysis and Approaches, HL5 in Mathematics Applications and Interpretation or SL6 in Mathematics Analysis and Approaches.

Additional entry requirements

All candidates are considered on an individual basis and we accept a broad range of qualifications. The entrance requirements below apply to 2026 entry.

Please note: Applicants whose backgrounds or personal circumstances have impacted their academic performance may receive a reduced offer. Please see our contextual admissions policy for more information.

UK entry requirements
Alternative qualifications

We recognise that applicants have a wealth of different experiences and follow a variety of pathways into higher education.

Consequently, we treat all applicants with alternative qualifications (besides A-levels and the International Baccalaureate) on an individual basis and we gladly accept students with a whole range of less conventional qualifications including:
- Access to HE Diploma
- Advanced Diploma
- BTEC Nationals
The entry requirements for alternative qualifications can be quite specific; for example, you may need to take certain modules and achieve a specified grade in those modules. Please contact us to discuss the transferability of your qualification. Please also see the alternative qualifications page for more information.

RQF BTEC Nationals

For those considered for year one entry, our typical offer is as follows:

RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma in Engineering – DDD including Distinction in units:
- Engineering Principles,
- Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems and
- Further Engineering Maths
RQF Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Engineering and A Levels – DD + B in A Level Maths

RQF Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in any subject and A Levels – DD + A in A Level Maths

RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate in Engineering and A Levels – D + BB to include A Level Maths

RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate in any subject and A Levels – D + AB to include A in A Level Maths

Access to HE Diploma

Access to HE Diploma 24 Level 3 credits at Distinction (to include a minimum of 15 Level 3 credits at Distinction in Mathematics) and 21 Level 3 credits at Merit.

Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)

If you have already achieved your EPQ at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject. If you are still studying for your EPQ you will receive the standard course offer, and also an alternate offer with a condition of one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject if you achieve an A grade in your EPQ. If you qualify for a contextual offer, your EPQ will be taken into consideration and the appropriate adjustment will be made to your offer. Please note that if you qualify for an enhanced contextual offer, your EPQ will not be taken into consideration as we are unable to make any further adjustments to your offer.

Contextual offers

We make contextual offers to students who may have experienced barriers that have restricted progress at school or college. Our standard contextual offer is usually one grade lower than the advertised entry requirements, and our enhanced contextual offer is usually two grades lower than the advertised entry requirements. To qualify for a contextual offer, you must have Home/UK fee status and meet specific criteria – check if you’re eligible.

Foundation progression options

An Engineering and Physical Sciences foundation year is available for those who are not taking the required subjects.Mature students

At the University of Nottingham, we have a valuable community of mature students and we appreciate their contribution to the wider student population. You can find lots of useful information on the mature students webpage.
Work experience

NA
UCAS Code:
K24B

K24B
Study abroad

On this course, you can apply to study abroad at one of our partner institutions or at University of Nottingham China.

If you are successful in applying to study abroad, you will get the opportunity to broaden your horizons and enhance your CV by experiencing another culture. Apply in the first year for exchange in either the autumn or spring semester of second year.

Please note:

In order to study abroad you will need to achieve the relevant academic requirements as set by the university and meet the selection criteria of both the university and the partner institution. The partner institution is under no obligation to accept you even if you do meet the relevant criteria.

Year in industry

On this course you may be able to spend a year working in industry where you could gain first-hand experience of the exciting challenges that are faced by engineers and refine the skills you have built so far in the course. While it is the student’s responsibility to find and secure a year in industry host, the Faculty of Engineering placements team will support you throughout this process.

Please note:

In order to undertake an integrated year in industry, you will have to achieve the relevant academic requirements as set by the University and meet any requirements specified by the industry host. There is no guarantee that you will be able to undertake an integrated year in industry as part of your course. If you are studying a course with an integrated year in industry and you do not secure an integrated year in industry opportunity, you will be required to transfer to the version of the course without an integrated year in industry. This will be reflected in the title of your degree when you graduate.

Additional information

Please be aware that study abroad, compulsory year abroad, optional placements/internships and integrated year in industry opportunities may change at any time for a number of reasons, including curriculum developments, changes to arrangements with partner universities or placement/industry hosts, travel restrictions or other circumstances outside of the university’s control. Every effort will be made to update this information as quickly as possible should a change occur.

Study abroad

On this course, you can apply to study abroad at one of our partner institutions or at University of Nottingham China.

If you are successful in applying to study abroad, you will get the opportunity to broaden your horizons and enhance your CV by experiencing another culture. Apply in the first year for exchange in either the autumn or spring semester of second year.

Please note:

In order to study abroad you will need to achieve the relevant academic requirements as set by the university and meet the selection criteria of both the university and the partner institution. The partner institution is under no obligation to accept you even if you do meet the relevant criteria.

Year in industry

On this course you may be able to spend a year working in industry where you could gain first-hand experience of the exciting challenges that are faced by engineers and refine the skills you have built so far in the course. While it is the student’s responsibility to find and secure a year in industry host, the Faculty of Engineering placements team will support you throughout this process.

Please note:

In order to undertake an integrated year in industry, you will have to achieve the relevant academic requirements as set by the University and meet any requirements specified by the industry host. There is no guarantee that you will be able to undertake an integrated year in industry as part of your course. If you are studying a course with an integrated year in industry and you do not secure an integrated year in industry opportunity, you will be required to transfer to the version of the course without an integrated year in industry. This will be reflected in the title of your degree when you graduate.

Additional information

Please be aware that study abroad, compulsory year abroad, optional placements/internships and integrated year in industry opportunities may change at any time for a number of reasons, including curriculum developments, changes to arrangements with partner universities or placement/industry hosts, travel restrictions or other circumstances outside of the university’s control. Every effort will be made to update this information as quickly as possible should a change occur.
*For full details including fees for part-time students and reduced fees during your time studying abroad or on placement (where applicable), see our fees page.

If you are a student from the EU, EEA or Switzerland, you may be asked to complete a fee status questionnaire and your answers will be assessed using guidance issued by the UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA).

Additional costs

All students will need at least one device to approve security access requests via Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). We also recommend students have a suitable laptop to work both on and off-campus. For more information, please check the equipment advice.

As a student on this course, you should factor some additional costs into your budget, alongside your tuition fees and living expenses. You should be able to access most of the books you’ll need through our libraries, and the department covers the travel cost of compulsory field trips and personal protective equipment. Please allow around £50 to cover the cost of printing over the three years.

Please note that these figures are approximate and subject to change.

Scholarships and bursaries

The University of Nottingham offers a wide range of bursaries and scholarships. These funds can provide you with an additional source of non-repayable financial help. For up to date information regarding tuition fees, visit our fees and finance pages.

Faculty-specific funding

In addition to the above, students applying to the Faculty of Engineering may be eligible for faculty-specific or industry scholarships.

International students

We offer a range of international undergraduate scholarships for high-achieving international scholars who can put their Nottingham degree to great use in their careers.

Tuition fees 2026/27 (UK undergraduate students)

This is the UK undergraduate tuition fee for the academic year 25/26. It may increase for the academic year 26/27 and we will update our information once we have received confirmation of the fee from the UK Government.

*For full details including fees for part-time students and reduced fees during your time studying abroad or on placement (where applicable), see our fees page.

If you are a student from the EU, EEA or Switzerland, you may be asked to complete a fee status questionnaire and your answers will be assessed using guidance issued by the UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA).

Additional costs

All students will need at least one device to approve security access requests via Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). We also recommend students have a suitable laptop to work both on and off-campus. For more information, please check the equipment advice.

As a student on this course, you should factor some additional costs into your budget, alongside your tuition fees and living expenses. You should be able to access most of the books you’ll need through our libraries, and the department covers the travel cost of compulsory field trips and personal protective equipment. Please allow around £50 to cover the cost of printing over the three years.

Please note that these figures are approximate and subject to change.

Scholarships and bursaries

The University of Nottingham offers a wide range of bursaries and scholarships. These funds can provide you with an additional source of non-repayable financial help. For up to date information regarding tuition fees, visit our fees and finance pages.

Faculty-specific funding

In addition to the above, students applying to the Faculty of Engineering may be eligible for faculty-specific or industry scholarships.

Home students*

Over one third of our UK students receive our means-tested core bursary, worth up to £1,000 a year. Full details can be found on our financial support pages.

* A 'home' student is one who meets certain UK residence criteria. These are the same criteria as apply to eligibility for home funding from Student Finance.

Course overview

Studying Architectural Environment Engineering gives you the skills and knowledge to directly reduce the carbon footprint of our built environment. You will have the expertise to shape the design of smart and sustainable buildings.

On this course you’ll also spend a year gaining industrial experience which will enhance your career prospects and build your professional skills.

Course Overview

Course overview

On this course you'll also spend a year gaining industrial experience which will enhance your career prospects and build your professional skills.

Architectural Environment Engineers work with architects and other professionals to bring buildings to life. You'll learn about renewable energy generation, smart controls, thermal comfort (heating, cooling and ventilation), the acoustics of spaces and lighting design.

Buildings are the world's greatest energy users and because of this, our course has a strong focus on sustainability. You'll become an engineer that can make a difference.

You will have access to excellent facilities including dedicated design spaces, workshops and research labs equipped with the latest renewable energy technologies.

This degree has three taught years meaning that you will only need to complete an additional year of further study if you want to become a chartered engineer. For some students, especially international students, the preferred route is to do our BEng course and then stay on to complete an MSc degree. Take a look at the course page for our four-year MEng in Architectural Environment Engineering course.

Why choose this course?

1st in the UK for Building (The Complete University Guide 2024) and 2nd in the UK for Building (The Times Good University Guide 2024)
Become a highly qualified engineer with advanced knowledge on how to design sustainable, low carbon buildings
Extensive career options from building services engineers, sustainability consultants to building performance and public health engineers
Study at a world top 10 most sustainable urban university, according to the UI Greenmetric ranking 2023
Our school of architecture has been voted a top 3 school by Architects' Journal 2020

Important information

This online prospectus has been drafted in advance of the academic year to which it applies. Every effort has been made to ensure that the information is accurate at the time of publishing, but changes (for example to course content) are likely to occur given the interval between publishing and commencement of the course. It is therefore very important to check this website for any updates before you apply for the course where there has been an interval between you reading this website and applying.

Indicative modules

Year one

Year two

Year three

Year four

Mandatory

Year 1

Architectural Engineering Design 1

Mandatory

Year 1

Performance of Construction Materials

Mandatory

Year 1

Fluid Mechanics and the Built Environment 1

Mandatory

Year 1

Engineering Mathematics

Mandatory

Year 1

Environmental Science for Architects 1

Mandatory

Year 1

Architectural Engineering Design 2

Mandatory

Year 1

Thermofluids 1

Mandatory

Year 1

Electricity and the Built Environment

Mandatory

Year 2

Thermofluids 2

Mandatory

Year 2

Acoustics and Lighting

Mandatory

Year 2

Architectural Engineering Design 3

Mandatory

Year 2

Differential Equations and Calculus for Engineers

Mandatory

Year 2

Control Systems of Built Environment

Mandatory

Year 2

Project Management and Development

Mandatory

Year 2

Fluid Mechanics and the Built Environment 2

Mandatory

Year 2

Environmental Performance Modelling

Mandatory

Year 2

Smart Energy and the Built Environment

Mandatory

Year 3

Year in industry

Mandatory

Year 4

Architectural Engineering Design 5

Mandatory

Year 4

Computational Fluid Dynamics for the Built Environment

Mandatory

Year 4

Energy and Waste

Mandatory

Year 4

Heat Transfer and Cooling Technology

Mandatory

Year 4

Research Project

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 Thursday 6 March 2025. Due to timetabling availability, there may be restrictions on some module combinations.

Architectural Engineering Design 1

Architectural Engineering Design 5 Computational Fluid Dynamics for the Built Environment Energy and Waste Heat Transfer and Cooling Technology Research Project

In this module you will get the opportunity to create work as part of a ‘consultancy’ team with other students to produce a group report. The project will utilise, extend and develop the fundamental knowledge and skills that you have gained throughout the previous semesters. The initial task is to analyse a current building and, based upon an assessment of the current climate and thermal comfort condition, you will propose a method to take the building towards net zero energy demand. You’ll need to research the relevant standards and apply manual calculations and computer simulation.

The second stage will build upon the initial analysis to develop a building services solution for the building. You’ll produce a professional report documenting a plan for HVAC design. With your team, you’ll investigate appropriate systems and provide reasoning behind the solution you have chosen. You’ll make applicable engineering calculations throughout the design process. We’ll support and encourage you to research the actual plant, consider the physical sizing and detail how this plant would be accommodated in the actual building. Controls will also be considered and the impact that these have upon energy demand. Your team will attend a weekly tutorial session to discuss your work with an individual member of staff where you will receive support, direction and knowledge for fulfilling a successful project.

This module will introduce you to the techniques and procedures employed in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD). It focuses particularly on the development of hands-on experience in the numerical modelling of fluid flows for the built environment. CFD, once the domain of academics, postdoctoral researchers or trained specialists, is becoming progressively more accessible to graduate engineers for research and development as well as design-orientated tasks in the built environment. You’ll learn about the necessary operations that are involved in setting up a fluid problem, solving the numerical problem, and managing some graphical representation of the results. This module is delivered through two hours of lectures and a one-hour workshop each week.

The aim of this module is to give you an understanding of the importance of traditional fossil fuels and biomass fuels to the current and future energy supplies, the environmental impacts of energy consumption, the benefits and types of combined heat and power, and waste treatment and disposal. You will have a two hour lecture per week.

This module will provide you with knowledge of heat transfer and refrigeration technology to inform the analysis and design of heating and cooling systems for building and industrial applications.

You will develop an understanding of heat transfer and refrigeration, relating the underpinning principles and theories to the equipment used in buildings to maintain comfort conditions in buildings. The content is divided into three parts:

Principles and technology of heat transfer
Principles and technology of refrigeration systems
Air conditioning systems and distribution.

The project is a year-long module. Preparatory work (literature review and familiarisation with laboratory/field safety protocols etc.) occurs in autumn, with the bulk of the practical work in spring.

You will choose the topic of your project from a list of suggestions relevant to your degree subject and will finalise this after consultation with your supervisor. The project involves an extensive piece of detailed research. Reading and collating earlier research by other scientists working in the area is an essential component. You will use your literature review to write a research grant proposal, which outlines the hypotheses to be tested, the proposed experimental design and the research costs associated with the project. The practical component involves collection of data from a laboratory or field investigation and appropriate analysis. Your findings will be interpreted in the context of previous work, and written up in a clear and concise final report in the form of a research paper.

Your Campus - University Park

University Park Campus covers 300 acres, with green spaces, wildlife, period buildings and modern facilities. It is one of the UK's most beautiful and sustainable campuses, winning a national Green Flag award every year since 2003.

Undergraduate students enjoying Highfields Park and lake

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 and electrical/control systems.

Our graduates work for a range of companies including global engineering and construction firms such as Arup and Laing O’Rourke to smaller national and regional consultancies such as Long & Partners.

Average starting salary and career progression

90.7% of undergraduates from the Department of Architecture and Built Environment secured graduate level employment or further study within 15 months of graduation. The average annual starting salary for these graduates was £24,061.

*HESA Graduate Outcomes (2017- 2021 cohorts). The Graduate Outcomes % is calculated using The Guardian University Guide methodology. The average annual salary is based on graduates working full-time within the UK.

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).

My placement year at AECOM gave me an opportunity to work on projects improving mechanical services inside buildings which were being refurbished or on new builds. I gained hands-on skills and valuable workplace experience, enhancing my CV for future employment.

Entry requirements
AAB

UCAS code
H20A

Duration
4 years full-time

Start date
Sep 2026

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