Sustainable Architecture and Healthy Buildings
University of DerbyDerby (Markeaton Street), United Kingdom
Course overview
• This course is accredited by the CIAT and the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) and the University of Derby 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
Key highlights
- Accredited by CIAT and the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB)
- Delivered at one of only four CIAT Centres of Excellence in the UK
- Practical experience through live sustainable design projects
- Focus on design and technology for energy efficiency in buildings
- Specialist guest lectures, seminars and workshops
- Taught by research and practice active staff with industry links
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — …to have an architectural or other built environment undergraduate degree (2:2), or a professional qualification of equal standing, or significant practical or professional experience that would support your application.
Scholarships
10% Alumni Discount
All other alumni will receive a 10% discount.
Up to 10% of fees25% Alumni Discount
The 25% alumni discount is available if you graduated in the academic years 2023/24 or 2024/25 and are fully enrolled on a postgraduate programme by July 2026.
Biomedical Science Excellence Scholarship
Two awards of £1,000 are available, and will be awarded as a tuition fee reduction in the second semester. Each recipient will also be allocated up to £500 to use to attend a conference.
Up to £1,000
Careers this course leads to
- Sustainability consultant
- Architectural technologist
- Energy efficiency consultant
- Sustainable design manager
- Building performance analyst
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,720 for the full course* | International: £17,500 for the full course
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Derby, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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