BEng (Hons) Architectural Design Engineering
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Course overview
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Starts: Sep 2026
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Duration: 3 years
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Mode: Full time
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UCAS code: K410
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Fees: UK: £9,790 (2026/27) / International: £17,500 (2026/27)
Course is subject to validation.
Shape tomorrow's cities.
The BEng Architectural Design Engineering course combines creativity, technical skills, and industry experience to prepare students for the challenges of modern cities. It equips learners to design innovative, high-performance structures that shape contemporary urban environments.
What will you gain from this course?
- A solid foundation in architectural design, with studio and practice-based learning at its core.
- Applied understanding of structures, materials, and environmental systems.
- The ability to engage with complex briefs: transport hubs, sport venues, infrastructure buildings.
- Skills in digital modelling, performance analysis, and technical communication.
- Preparation for progression to multiple careers in the built environment (including readiness to qualify as an architect through further study).
- Unique exposure to a collaborative and interdisciplinary teamwork through shared modules with architecture and built environment courses.
What makes this course truly unique?
Integrated Learning: Combines design, structure, and building performance in a collaborative, practice-based curriculum.
Industry Engagement: Work on live briefs from industry and community, addressing the needs of evolving cities like London.
Physical & Digital Tools: Use model-making, Revit (BIM), and IES (thermal modelling) to enhance industry readiness.
Collaborative Learning: Attend lectures and seminars focused on designing public spaces, new buildings, and retrofitting existing ones.
Design-Led Focus: Studios prioritize infrastructure briefs while teaching engineering principles.
Progression to Part 2 Architecture: Keep the architectural path open while gaining engineering credibility for professional registration.
Interdisciplinary Learning: Shared modules with Architecture, Interiors, and Urban Landscape.
Built Environment Impact: Tackle real-world projects on transport, public spaces, sports, and cultural venues in London.
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Learning and teaching methods
The BEng Architectural Design Engineering course at Ravensbourne University London centers on industry collaboration and real-world projects, with strong input from industry advisory groups.
Key Learning Methods:
- Industry-Connected, Project-Based Learning: Embedded in real-world projects with industry collaboration.
- Interdisciplinary Learning: Supports coherence across modules and a creative, inclusive student experience.
- Signature Pedagogies:
- Creative, collaborative, and authentic learning
- Digital, regenerative, and purpose-driven education
- Inclusive and embodied teaching practices
- Digital & Technological Innovation: Emphasis on emerging tech like AI, VR, and AR, with access to collaboration labs and Centre of Excellence in Emerging Technologies.
- Inclusive Practice: Focus on mental health, neurodiversity, and cultural competence, fostering a sense of belonging.
- Collaborative Learning: Student voice shapes learning through mentoring, tutorials, and cross-disciplinary projects.
- Sustainability Focus: Prepare students to address climate and social justice challenges, with opportunities to engage in UN Sustainable Development Goals and other climate initiatives.
The specifics
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