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Master of Sustainable Building Design
- Southampton, United Kingdom
- 1 year
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
A certificate teaching architects to reduce buildings' environmental impact through energy efficiency and life cycle thinking.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1.5 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Demonstrate applied knowledge and practical skills in Sustainable Building Design. Apply concepts related to four courses from six: net zero building design in guided assignments and practical contexts. Communicate work appropriately and complete subject-relevant projects or assessments.
Career outcomes
- Architect
- Architecture consultant
Curriculum
- Four courses from six: Net Zero Building Design
- Life Cycle Assessment and Design
- Building Energy Modeling
- Passive House and Beyond
- Building Dynamics
- And Topics in Sustainable Urbanism
- 12 credits.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Honours degree at 2:2 or higher (or recognised equivalent); see the course page for subject-specific requirements
- Honours degree at 2:2 or higher (any discipline for most courses) or extensive industry experience
Accepted academic background
Bachelor's degree: British honours degree 2:2 or recognised equivalent
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 80
- Duolingo 115
- IELTS Academic 6.5
Other requirements
- Portfolio required
- Interview required
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Previous Qualification Certificate
- Passport Copy
- Language Proficiency Results (where applicable)
How to apply
- Review the chosen program's academic and language requirements. Prepare academic transcripts
- qualification documents and any course-specific supporting materials. Submit the admission application and pay the application fee if required. Follow the institution's instructions for accepting an offer and meeting any enrollment conditions.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £18,350 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | _ |
| Deposit | £9,175 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | Southampton City Centre |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Technology and Maritime Industries |
| Department | _ |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1.5 years |
| Scholarship note | University scholarships and bursaries are offered subject to course level, student status and award criteria. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1 year.
Tuition is £18,350 GBP per year. The deposit is £9,175 GBP. The estimated living cost is £10,683 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 80, Duolingo 115, IELTS Academic 6.5. A portfolio is required. An interview is required.