MSc Building Services Engineering in London United Kingdom | London South Bank University

London South Bank University | London United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 16,900
(c. USD22,581.27)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

Stunning architectural designs. Robust frameworks. But what more do structures truly require? Imagine inhabiting a space devoid of heating, cooling, electricity, lighting, plumbing, or drainage. Picture working in a high-rise without elevators. Consider functioning without telecommunication systems, IT infrastructure, or internet access. These essential systems—and many others—are the creations of building services engineers, who transform vacant structures into functional spaces for human use.

From a project's inception, building services engineers collaborate with architects and design teams to optimize a building's dimensions, layout, and configuration. They also develop strategies for energy-efficient designs that ensure long-term sustainability. Given that buildings contribute significantly to carbon emissions, this work plays a vital role in minimizing environmental impact and combating climate change.

Among all professions in the construction sector today, building services engineers wield the most extensive influence, touching nearly every facet of architectural design.

This program offers comprehensive training in building services and energy engineering technologies, focusing especially on the relationship between constructed and natural environments, contemporary industry practices, and the evaluation of emerging technologies.

Our faculty includes seasoned professionals, many holding Chartered Engineer status, recognized for their industry expertise. Their practical knowledge and experience prepare students to excel in their future careers. Explore our staff profiles to discover their teaching approaches, research focuses, and specialized academic fields.

Full-time program duration: 12 months starting September


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Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

The course is designed for students with undergraduate degrees in mechanical, electrical or chemical engineering, or other relevant engineering disciplines, and who seek to develop specialised skills in building services engineering to enter this industry.

A BEng (Hons) degree in an appropriate discipline. Normally upper second class would be considered a minimum, but lower class may be acceptable depending on experience.
Cognate degrees in appropriate disciplines (e.g. physics, chemistry or mathematics) will be accepted provided the candidate demonstrates some knowledge of building services engineering.
Other qualifications may be accepted depending on age and experience. This category would normally be reserved for mature candidates who have had several years experience in the building services industry.
English language qualifications for international students
IELTS - 6.5 (with no component below 5.5)
TOEFL iBT - Overall score - 90 (Reading - 18, Listening - 17, Writing - 17, Speaking 20)

Tuition GBP 16,900

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