BEng (Hons) Architectural Engineering in Edinburgh United Kingdom | Heriot-Watt University

The BEng (Hons) Architectural Engineering program encompasses diverse engineering fields such as mechanics, construction, energy systems, thermal efficiency, water management, acoustics, and human factors. You'll develop industry-relevant expertise to create sustainable, energy-efficient buildings that enhance occupant wellbeing while addressing future climate challenges. As you progress, the curriculum emphasizes hands-on interdisciplinary design and management training, fostering your growth as a professional Architectural Engineer. This career-oriented degree equips you with specialized knowledge for engineering system design, specification, and management in buildings, prioritizing sustainability and energy conservation. Your education will benefit from the insights of our research-focused faculty, including architectural and structural engineers, construction experts, and industry professionals. The program features guest lectures from industry leaders to expand your professional connections. In the REF 2021 assessment, 96% of Heriot-Watt's engineering research was rated as world-class, placing us first in Scotland and third in the UK for engineering research through our collaboration with the University of Edinburgh. Our Architectural Engineering degree draws from cutting-edge research conducted by Heriot-Watt's Institute of Sustainable Built Environment (ISBE), part of the School of Energy, Geoscience, Infrastructure and Society (EGIS). EGIS ranks among the UK's premier institutions for interdisciplinary research and education addressing crucial economic and societal challenges. ISBE researchers lead impactful studies in sustainability, digital transformation, and built environment design, ensuring this undergraduate program maintains its innovative, industry-aligned approach.