Master of Architectural Engineering
Architecture
A course by
University of Canterbury
A practice-focused master's degree designed for students with engineering or architecture backgrounds, enabling them to gain advanced, work-ready skills in collaborative, sustainable building design and performance.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Ilam Campus, Christchurch
It will take a total of 1 year
Core skills this course teaches
Advanced knowledge in building design and performance
Develop and apply advanced concepts in whole-building design, sustainable construction, and integrated building performance.
Interdisciplinary professional collaboration
Work collaboratively with engineers, architects, contractors, and project managers to deliver high-quality building projects.
Specialisation in key architectural engineering disciplines
What You're Signing Up For
The Master of Architectural Engineering at the University of Canterbury is a unique program designed for professionals with degrees in engineering or architecture who want advanced skills in building design and performance. The program emphasises interdisciplinary collaboration, sustainable and high-performance building solutions, and digital methods for all phases of the building lifecycle. Available full-time or part-time, students can specialise in Integrated Building Design, Structural Engineering, or Building Services and Energy Engineering. Completion prepares graduates for collaborative leadership roles in the global building industry.
Course Content
- Whole Building Behaviour and Performance
- Collaborative Building Design Studio
- Sustainable Building Design and Practice
- Building Modelling and Integrated Design
- Structural Design Practice
- Structural Assessment and Retrofit
- Building Energy Systems Design Practice
- HVAC Design Practice
- Integrated Building Design Project
- Advanced technical courses toward endorsement
What you need to know first
Bachelor’s degree with First or Second Class Honours in a building design-related subject or equivalent
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Construction
Building and Design
Engineering
Architecture
Future employment opportunities might be
Building design professional
Contractor