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The MSc Architecture and Sustainability course at De Montfort University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of sustainable architecture. The course covers various aspects of sustainable design, including energy efficiency, renewable energy systems, materials selection, and building performance modeling. Students will learn how to integrate sustainability into the design process and how to assess the environmental impact of buildings. The course also covers the legal and regulatory frameworks that govern sustainable architecture in the UK. This course is ideal for students who want to pursue a career in sustainable architecture or related fields.
The course is delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, workshops, and practical sessions. Students will have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including a dedicated sustainability laboratory and software tools for energy efficiency analysis. The course also includes a dissertation or project, which provides students with the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills in a real-world setting.
De Montfort University is a leader in sustainable architecture education. The university has a strong research focus and collaborates with industry partners to provide students with practical experience and exposure to cutting-edge technologies. The university's location in Leicester, UK provides easy access to a diverse range of architectural practices and projects, offering students the opportunity to gain real-world experience and build their professional network.
You should have the equivalent or above of a 2:2 UK bachelor’s honours degree in a relevant subject, such as; architecture, architectural engineering, architectural technology, civil engineering, building engineering/sciences, environmental sciences/studies or construction management.
20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.
Term one
Research MethodsEnhances your knowledge and understanding of the nature and scope of research focusing on systematic techniques required for critical analysis.
Principles and Methods Provides you with a holistic perspective of environmental sustainability and development. You will explore the interface between the three pillars of sustainability and investigate how they inform architectural design.
Design Research Lab 1Allows you to explore and critically evaluate complex issues within your research unit and to test them within design studies.
Term two
Building Performance Modelling Enables you to evaluate the environmental performance of buildings by exploring opportunities and methods used to test the building project delivered in the concurrent module.
Design Research Lab 2 Further develops the knowledge, skills and research themes from Design Research Lab 1. It helps you explore in more detail and depth, the boundaries of your strategic proposal.
Term three
Major Project: Dissertation Gives you the opportunity to apply your research skills in order to present a detailed independent study on a topic of your choice.
If English is not your first language, an IELTS score of 6.0 (including a minimum of 5.5 in each component) or equivalent is normally required.
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