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University of Bath: Modern Building Design
| Institution | University of Bath View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Architecture and Civil Engineering |
| Web | https://www.bath.ac.uk |
| pgtadmissions@bath.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44 1225 38 5115 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
Develop the knowledge of building design practice, methodologies and processes sought after by engineering and architectural design firms and contractors.
Our master's introduces you to the challenges of managing building design processes and practices in industry. Using multidisciplinary approaches, you’ll learn how to balance conflicting design needs in projects such as sustainability and well-being standards. And you’ll learn how to integrate regulatory requirements with low-carbon certification and basic building physics. During the course, you'll also explore the relationship between Building Information Modelling (BIM) and collaborative integrated design management.
Using dynamic digital modelling tools, you'll apply your knowledge to optimise low-carbon building envelope solutions. You'll put theory into practice working on live project briefs with students from different construction-related disciplines. This challenges you to solve design problems in real time while gaining an insight into multidisciplinary collaboration.
Combining your research dissertation with a three-month placement allows you to embed what you’ve learnt in a professional context. It also gives you the chance to deliver solutions to real industry problems posed by your company.
Learn from experts in the field You’ll learn from academics who research sustainable and low-carbon development, building physics and the environment. Their expertise and international collaborations feed into teaching and contribute to your learning experience.
Use specialist facilities You'll receive training in key BIM-enabled software and will have access to extensive online software training resources.
Start your future here We developed our course with professional industry partners in architecture and civil engineering. This ensures that your studies reflect everyday practice in the construction sector. When you graduate, your knowledge of low-carbon and energy efficient design will help you start a career in engineering and design consultancies worldwide. Our graduates work at companies including Arup, Mott MacDonald, National Rail and Aecom.
Some of our best performing students continue their studies with us through our PhD programme.
MSc
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You should have a first or strong second-class Bachelor's honours degree or international equivalent. To apply for this course, you should have an undergraduate degree in architecture, architectural engineering, building engineering, civil engineering or environmental engineering. We may make an offer based on a lower grade if you can provide evidence of your suitability for the degree. If your first language is not English but within the last 2 years you completed your degree in the UK you may be exempt from our English language requirements. English language requirements If you need to improve your English language skills before starting your studies, you may be able to take a pre-sessional course to reach the required level. |
| Location | University of Bath Claverton Down Bath Banes Bath BA2 7AY |
About the University of Bath
At Bath we are known for excellence in teaching and research; our welcoming community; and for providing students with outstanding preparation for the workplace. We are:
- Top 10 in all national league tables
- Ranked 5th for career prospects after 15 months in the Guardian University Guide 2024.
- Among the top 10% of universities worldwide, according to the QS World University Rankings 2025 at 150th.
Our academic programmes are designed to provide both rigorous intellectual challenge and real-world relevance, giving you the opportunity to study with researchers who are leaders in their field.
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