MEng (Hons) (International) Architectural Engineering in Cardiff United Kingdom | Cardiff University

Constructing buildings is a multifaceted process demanding expertise from various fields. This program combines engineering accuracy with architectural innovation, placing special emphasis on environmental considerations.

Our MEng Architectural Engineering program is designed to give you comprehensive knowledge of civil engineering, particularly structural engineering, while fostering an understanding of architecture and building systems.

You'll gain strong theoretical foundations complemented by hands-on experience through labs, research projects, field visits, and design workshops - all preparing you for a rewarding career in civil engineering. You can choose elective modules with architectural focuses.

A unique feature of this MEng Architectural Engineering (International) program is the opportunity to spend a semester studying engineering in English at an overseas partner institution. Previous students have studied in locations including Hong Kong, North America, Australia, and New Zealand.

The four-year MEng program enables you to deepen your architectural engineering expertise during the final two years. You'll gain advanced design and management skills, along with techniques for overseeing multidisciplinary engineering projects.

Alternative architectural engineering programs include:

A BEng program providing fundamental architectural engineering knowledge
The option for an industrial placement year with relevant four-year BEng or five-year MEng programs.
Career opportunities - Our alumni primarily work in civil and structural engineering for major firms, holding positions like graduate civil/structural engineer or building design engineer. In 2016/17, 96% of our available graduates secured employment or further study within six months. Graduates typically join prominent companies such as Arup, Atkins, Capita Symonds, and Ramboll across the UK and internationally. Some work in architectural and building services practices, while others pursue advanced degrees (MSc/PhD) at UK institutions. Alumni have also joined national and multinational corporations in diverse sectors including finance, media, and marketing - with employers like Deloitte, PwC, and Virgin.