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- Sustainable Architecture and Healthy Buildings MSc
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Qualification
MSc - Master of Science
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Location
Markeaton Street Campus
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
SEP
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Duration
1 year
Course summary
The most important aspect of any building design is the people inside. This innovative MSc programme explores not only the theories and principles of sustainable architecture but also crucial issues relating to human health in buildings.
Course description
- Study a CIAT accredited course at a university which is one of only four CIAT Centres of Excellence in the UK
- Draw on our extensive industrial links and the expertise of our research and practice active highly experienced staff
- Add a new dimension to your knowledge of design and technology relating to energy efficiency in buildings
- Gain vital practical experience through live sustainable design projects
- Be inspired by specialist guest lectures, seminars and workshops
- Learn from influential academics who are conducting important research into sustainable design
Our MSc is a contemporary sustainable architecture course offering an innovative blend of the established scientific theories and design principles relating to healthy buildings and environments.
This course is made up of three stages – Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma, and MSc.
How you will learn
This programme explores, at postgraduate level, the theory and practice of sustainable urban and building design and its potential impact on the health of users.
It includes live projects, field trips, site work, physical model experimentation, guest lectures and specialist workshops so that your learning experience is as close to real-world practices as academically possible.
A variety of assessment methods is used, including a combination of coursework and live project work, assignments, exhibitions, degree show, peer group reviews, graphic and oral presentations, and portfolios.
Careers
As a graduate of this course, you will discover a wide range of career opportunities including senior sustainable design roles in architectural practice, consultancy or design management.
Alternatively, you could secure positions in environmental design assessment, central and local government, housing associations, retail enterprises and manufacturing companies. You could also consider further study towards a PhD and/or an academic career.
Career opportunities open to graduates include:
- Sustainability Consultant Architect
- Project Coordinator
- Project Manager
- Sustainable Energy Consultant
- BREEAM Consultant
Modules
Tuition fees
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£ 14,900per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
University information
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University League Table
100th
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Campus address
University of Derby, Kedleston Road, Derby, Derby, DE22 1GB, England
Subject rankings
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Subject ranking
38th out of 54 10
31st out of 37 7
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Entry standards
/ Max 210119 57%44th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10086.0 86%18th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 53.89 78%33rd
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Entry standards
/ Max 168110 70%31st
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10078.0 78%25th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 54.08 82%6th
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