Sustainable Architecture and Healthy Buildings

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.

• 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.

CIAT Accredited course; a springboard to Chartership

This course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologies (CIAT), a dynamic, forward-thinking and inclusive global membership qualifying body for Architectural Technology.     

CIAT is a membership organisation representing 10,000 members, including those practising and studying within the discipline and profession, who wish to be professionally recognised.  

CIAT Accreditation implies that the programme has been assessed in terms of content, structure, resources and has met the Institute's requirements.   

Whilst enrolled on this course, you will benefit from free student membership with CIAT where you'll be able to access their recourses to further enhance your professional development and enrich your studies.  Upon graduation, you'll be eligible to apply for Associate Membership (ACIAT) and you will be entitled to exemptions against the educational standards of the MCIAT Professional Assessment when progressing to become a Chartered Architectural Technologist, MCIAT. 

• Students must have completed a subject relevant Bachelors degree with an overall score of 'Good' or above (2.25 GPA) from a recognised university in Jordan
• For postgraduate research degrees, PhD applicants are expected to have a masters as well as a bachelors degree in the relevant subject areas. Most importantly applicants must submit a research proposal.

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

Employers our graduates have gone on to work for include:

• Persimmon Homes
• Morrison Design Ltd
• CPMG Architects
• Leeds Beckett University
• Waterman Group
• Acorn Associates
• Kawneer
• Atkins and Voll Groll Consulting Engineers
• Anderson Green
• GHD