Program Overview

Introduction to Architectural Engineering

The building industry has a growing need for design professionals with advanced knowledge and skills in their discipline and the ability to collaborate effectively with other designers, investors, contractors, and project managers, through knowledge of whole-building design and performance, integrated design of sustainable buildings, and digital methods for planning, designing, constructing, and operating buildings.

Program Overview

This Master's is a practice-focused degree for students with engineering or architecture backgrounds to gain professional, work-ready building design skills. There is also a part-time option available for those working in the industry and wanting to upskill. Students can receive their master's in the following endorsements:

• Integrated Building Design
• Structural Engineering
• Building Services and Energy Engineering

Courses

An Architectural Engineering course is typically 6-8 weeks long with attendance at the University required only during workshops (typically 2-4 days in total for each course). The Master of Architectural Engineering or the Postgraduate Certificate in Architectural Engineering provide a full list of required courses.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of UC's Architectural Engineering degrees will be filling a growing and competitive market need for engineers and architects, with the unique combination of technical and collaborative design skills. Building design professionals with modern design knowledge of sustainable, high-performance buildings, and digital design and construction, are especially sought by employers internationally. The knowledge from these degrees will make graduates well-suited for careers as:

• Contractors
• Project managers
• Building design professionals
• Technical leadership and multi-disciplinary team leadership positions

Qualifications

Available qualifications include:

• Postgraduate Certificate in Architectural Engineering
• Master of Architectural Engineering

Related Subjects

Related areas of study include:

• Engineering: Learning how to use physical science and mathematics to solve complex problems.
• Civil Engineering: Planning and building key infrastructure like buildings, roads, water supply, and transport.