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Sustainable Architecture and Healthy Buildings at University of Derby - UCAS

University of Derby

Degree level: Postgraduate

Sustainable Architecture and Healthy Buildings (Taught)

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2024 - 20252025 - 2026
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Course summary

The most important aspect of any building design is the people inside. This innovative MSc programme explores not only the theories and principles of sustainable architecture but also crucial issues relating to human health in buildings.

  • This course is accredited by the CIAT and the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) and the University of Derby is one of only four CIAT Centres of Excellence in the UK
  • Draw on our extensive industrial links and the expertise of our research and practice active highly experienced staff
  • Add a new dimension to your knowledge of design and technology relating to energy efficiency in buildings
  • Gain vital practical experience through live sustainable design projects
  • Be inspired by specialist guest lectures, seminars and workshops
  • Learn from influential academics who are conducting important research into sustainable design
Our MSc is a contemporary sustainable architecture course offering an innovative blend of the established scientific theories and design principles relating to healthy buildings and environments. This course enables you to build on your existing knowledge and skills by raising your awareness of the environmental impact of design decisions. It also looks at how to undertake holistic sustainable design analysis integrated within the building information modelling environment. You will critically analyse current sustainable architecture and low energy design principles and technologies, government legislation, codes for sustainable design and other important professional, industrial and commerce drivers. You will also research issues that could adversely affect the health of building users, coming up with findings and solutions which are people-centred, proactive and preventive. Sustainability is not just about the environment so you will also consider it in a broader contextual framework, including socio-cultural, economic and governance factors as well as advances in scientific and technological research.

Modules

The MSc Sustainable Architecture and Healthy Building programme consists of a range of optional modules which will help you further develop your skills and knowledge in this area.

Assessment method

A variety of assessment methods is used, including a combination of coursework and live project work, assignments, exhibitions, degree show, peer group reviews, graphic and oral presentations, and portfolios.

How to apply

International applicants

You will normally be expected to have an architectural or other built environment undergraduate degree (2:2), or a professional qualification of equal standing, or significant practical or professional experience that would support your application. If English is not your first language, you will also need an IELTS score of 6.0 or the equivalent. Applicants from non-traditional backgrounds are welcome to apply and will be accepted subject to successful interview and relevant work experience.

Entry requirements

You will normally be expected to have an architectural or other built environment undergraduate degree (2:2), or a professional qualification of equal standing, or significant practical or professional experience that would support your application. If English is not your first language, you will also need an IELTS score of 6.0 or the equivalent. Applicants from non-traditional backgrounds are welcome to apply and will be accepted subject to successful interview and relevant work experience.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

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Sustainable Architecture and Healthy Buildings at University of Derby - UCAS