BSc (Hons) Building Engineering
Length of course: 3 year full-time;5 year part-time
UCAS code: K242
Location: Marylebone Campus
Professional recognition
The course is fully accredited by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) and the Association of Building Engineers (ABE).
This course is designed to give students a well-rounded but technologically-based education in many aspects of the built environment.
Course content
All construction courses share a common Credit Level 4. This provides a common knowledge base through which basic principles are inculcated. It also promotes the interdisciplinary nature of the modern construction industry. You will study construction technology, building services, environmental and materials science, design, surveying, law, and communication. At Credit Levels 5 and 6 you focus on subjects specific to your specialism, whilst still retaining some common themes amongst the Construction programme. Construction technology and management remain central to the programme but there is increased emphasis on specialisms such as finance, contract administration, structural design, and professional practice. Throughout the course the central issue of health and safety is addressed and the importance of sustainability is considered. You also have the option of spending a year in professional practice or industry on the full-time course.
Associated careers
The building engineer is concerned with all activities involved in the creation and maintenance of the built environment. The main emphasis of their role is the technology of building, though specialisms enable them to focus on building design or the managerial aspects of the production and maintenance processes. Many building engineers also specialise in fire safety engineering. Their expertise includes a detailed understanding of the statutory control of building work.
Upon graduation you could work in a wide range of different organisations, including local authorities, contractors, consultancies and commercial companies.
Entry requirements
Standard (see UG prospectus). In addition, a minimum of 280 UCAS tariff points is required. Equivalent qualifications may be considered.
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Inspire Scholarships
ConstructionSkills, the Sector Skills Council for construction, is giving prospective entrants to full-time construction-related degree courses the opportunity to apply for an Inspire Scholarship. The scholarship will provide financial support and a links to an employer for summer placements and mentoring. Full details on the scheme can be found by following the link for more information.
The closing date for applications is 30th April 2010.
Please note: the University of Westminster has no involvement in the allocation or administration of these scholarships.
Course Leader
Dr Masi Farjadmand
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