Course summary

Our accredited degree in Architecture and Environmental Engineering, with focus on sustainable, high performing buildings. Graduates have a wide choice of career options including architecture, environmental services engineering, or sustainability consultancy. Why study architecture and environmental engineering? Our innovative five-year Architecture and Environmental Engineering course combines creative design with scientific problem-solving, preparing you to tackle the challenges of today's built environment. Blending architecture with environmental engineering gives you a broad perspective and skillset. You'll explore topics from architectural history and social value to climate resilience and building performance - light, sound, air quality, and thermal comfort - developing the tools to design sustainable, impactful spaces for diverse communities. You'll also gain experience with the latest technologies and design methods to shape the future of architecture and engineering. Why UWE Bristol? Study in one of the UK's most vibrant cities, where pioneering architecture and a dynamic professional community will fuel your real-world learning activities. You'll get hands on in labs dedicated to building physics and materials analysis within our sustainably designed architecture studios and modern School of Engineering. Benefit from strong employer links and career support through internships, part-time work, and graduate job guidance. Our courses are professionally accredited across the built environment, giving you a competitive edge. As an Architecture and Environmental Engineering student, you'll also have a chance to play a key role in the Architecture Society and Built Environment Society. Learn from students from other years and disciplines as you pursue meaningful student-led initiatives. You'll also showcase your work to industry professionals at our final year Degree Show, offering potential employment opportunities after graduation. Where can it take me? As an Architecture and Environmental Engineering graduate, you'll have the flexibility to choose from a broad range of career options. Accredited by Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE), you'll have access to careers covered by these industry body and RIBA Part 1 (Royal Institute of British Architects). You'll also develop transferable skills that open doors to alternative careers in design, sustainability, energy, water, and project management. Many pursue further study, including our Master of Architecture, MSc Façade Engineering or MSc Building Information Modelling courses.