BSc Architectural Engineering
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Civil Engineering, combining architectural design with building engineering principles. Core topics include Control Systems, Research Methods, Legal Analysis, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. The programme includes an optional 48-week industry placement and leads to professional accreditation from both CIOB and CABE. A student-led dissertation project in the final year allows in-depth investigation of a construction-related topic.
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Entry requirements
A level: 104 points from a minimum of two A levels. BTEC: DMM. If you hold a BTEC qualification it is vital that you provide our Admissions team with details of the exact modules you have studied as part of the BTEC. Without this information, we may be unable to process your application quickly and you could experience significant delays in the progress of your application to study with us. Please explicitly state the full list of modules within your qualification at the time of application. Access to HE Diploma: Pass an Access to HE Diploma (preferably Art and Design or combined) with at least 33 credits at Merit and/or Distinction. T level: Merit in any subject. International Baccalaureate: 26 points. Other qualifications: Other combinations and non-A level qualifications also considered.
What students say
Based on about 6 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 68%
- Learning opportunities: 76%
- Assessment and feedback: 80%
- Academic support: 80%
- Organisation and management: 60%
- Learning resources: 73%
- Student voice: 70%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 80%
- Left higher education: 5%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 15%
What graduates do next
Based on about 7 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 70%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 20%
- Business and Financial Project Management Professionals: 15%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 15%
- Administrative occupations: 5%
- Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 75%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 80%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 55%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 140 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 4%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 4%
- West Midlands: 6%
- East of England: 6%
- London: 12%
- South East: 17%
- South West: 46%
- Wales: 3%
- Scotland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 85%
- Baccalaureate: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), having been judged to meet the CIOB Education Framework. Prospective members holding these qualifications have full academic exemption and may enter CIOB membership without the requirement for an Individual Assessment.
- Accredited by the Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Industry Placement
- Principles of Economics and Management
- Built Environment Project 1
- Fundamentals of Construction
- Building Physics
- Architectural Design
- Digital Built Environment
- Stage 1 Placement Preparation
- Low Energy Building Design
- Property Development and Refurbishment
- Building Services Engineering
- Stage 2 Placement Preparation
- Construction Technology
- Common Challenge: Built Environment
- Contract Procedures
- Sustainable and Safe Construction
- Building and Property Law
- Built Environment Project 3
- Research Methods in the Built Environment
- Building System Control
- Dissertation Project
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Architectural Engineering at University of Plymouth earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £29,500 after 3 years, £35,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £31,000 and £41,000. The £35,000 median after five years is £1,500 less than the UK median for Civil engineering.
What do graduates of BSc Architectural Engineering at University of Plymouth do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Architectural Engineering at University of Plymouth?
68% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Architectural Engineering at University of Plymouth?
The typical offer is 26 points in the IB. The average entrant had 111 UCAS points.
Is BSc Architectural Engineering at University of Plymouth accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), having been judged to meet the CIOB Education Framework. Prospective members holding these qualifications have full academic exemption and may enter CIOB membership without the requirement for an Individual Assessment. Accredited by the Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE).
Does BSc Architectural Engineering at University of Plymouth include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Architectural Engineering at University of Plymouth?
80% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.