We are in the process of finalising our postgraduate taught courses for 2026/27 entry. In the meantime, you can view our 2025/26 courses.
Our four-year MEng Architectural Engineering course equips you with the design and engineering skills to develop sustainable solutions to problems in the built environment.
We're one of the UK's top-ranking universities for teaching and research in the built environment:
With a focus on sustainable energy and environmental engineering, an architectural engineering degree from Reading provides you with in-demand knowledge and skills for a career in a fast-growing sector.
Sustainability is an important theme in our programmes, from the use of materials to environmental management and assessment. You’ll study integrated approaches to the design, management and operation of efficient buildings in an urban context.
Our MEng Architectural Engineering programme offers a grounding in the fundamental principles of architectural engineering, including:
In choosing the four-year MEng programme, you will develop a thorough understanding of renewable energy technologies, urban microclimates and energy management. This will provide you with a holistic approach to designing a sustainable built environment for the future.
We are currently engaging with the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE) and Energy Institute (EI) to work towards accreditation of the programme.
Your studies will be supported by access to dedicated facilities, which include:
The School of the Built Environment is highly regarded for its research and education. 100% of our research is of international standing (Research Excellence Framework 2021, combining 4*, 3* and 2* submissions – Architecture, Built Environment and Planning), and 100% of our research impact has been classed ‘outstanding’ or ‘very considerable’ (REF 2021, combining 4* and 3* submissions – Architecture, Built Environment and Planning). We are also ranked 3rd in the UK for Building in the Complete University Guide, 2024.
Our research expertise spans: building and urban environmental quality; urban green infrastructure; indoor environmental quality; energy system behaviours as related to energy demands at the scale of buildings, power network operation, future energy technology portfolios, demand side management, and the relationship of urban climate-energy-environmental systems.
We lead the Flexibility Theme of the new £15 million national Energy Demand Centre, as part of a £53 million UK government investment in six research hubs and centres aiming to help the UK meet its net zero target by 2050.
You'll learn with a multidisciplinary team of experts who teach the very best of current practice, drawing on their research excellence and extensive experience working with industry. 98% of our students said teaching staff are good at explaining things (National Student Survey 2024, 97.75% of responders from the School of Construction Management and Engineering).
Our close relationships with industry and professional institutions will give you the opportunity to build a network of contacts during your studies, enabling you to develop strong foundations for a sustainable career. Many of our modules include guest lectures from industry professionals.
To enhance your studies, we offer you the opportunity to experience real working environments throughout your degree course.
Field trips to construction sites, practitioner offices, manufacturing facilities and large-scale urban developments allow you to see construction operations first-hand.
You can gain a greater understanding of corporate and professional offices, have the chance to see new and cutting-edge practices implemented in relevant settings, and gain insights into innovative methods.
In the past we have visited the BRE Innovation Park, the National Self Build & Renovation Centre and the Weald & Downland Living Museum, as well as several manufacturing facilities which focus on prefabricated building projects.
You will have the opportunity to engage with real project work and industry during your studies, through the Construction Live Project.
This project, run over two weeks including a one week residential at the Constructionarium in Norfolk, involves students planning and building scaled down versions of buildings, bridges and other constructions from around the world, adhering to industry and budgetary regulations.
Our MEng Architectural Engineering course offers the opportunity to undertake a paid industrial placement year, or a summer placement. Our dedicated placement officer will provide tailored advice and support in finding the ideal placement for you. Placements can be located anywhere in the UK and sometimes overseas.
You may also choose to study abroad for a year, giving you the chance to boost your employability while gaining fantastic life experience.
The experience and knowledge gained during an industrial placement, or in studying abroad, will help you make the most of your final year of study. You’ll also gain valuable background knowledge for your future career.
“I’d recommend a placement, whether that’s a summer placement or a year placement, because this will expose you to the industry and help you to understand whether this is the right career path for you.” – Ayub Mohamed, recent graduate from the School of Construction Management and Engineering.
As part of the cohort joining the MEng Architectural Engineering course in 2026, you will have the opportunity to secure an annual £1,000 scholarship for each of the four years of the undergraduate degree (subject to conditions).
