University
University of CanterburyMaster of Architectural Engineering
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Master's Degree
Duration
4 years
Next start date
Expected Feb 2027
Campus
Main Campus
Summary
The Master of Architectural Engineering degree is a practice-focused programme for students with engineering or architecture backgrounds to gain professional, work-ready building design skills. There is also a part-time option available for those working in the industry and wanting to upskill.
You can receive your master’s degree in the following endorsements:
- Integrated Building Design
- Structural Engineering (August start only)
- Building Services and Energy Engineering (start date to be confirmed)
Architectural engineering master’s graduates will meet the growing need within the building industry for design professionals with advanced knowledge and skills in their discipline.
Why study a Master of Architectural Engineering at UC?- The first master’s degree of its kind in Aotearoa New Zealand where engineers and architects study together and learn from each other.
- Ideal for professionals working in the industry wanting to upskill or change career direction, with flexible part-time and distance learning options.
- You will learn to collaborate effectively with other designers, investors, contractors, and project managers, through knowledge of whole-building design and performance, integrated design of sustainable buildings, and digital methods for planning, designing, constructing, and operating buildings
- UC has world-class engineering facilities including a futuristic augmented reality lab, the only high-voltage lab in Aotearoa New Zealand, and a new structural engineering lab.
- Integrated Building Design
- Structural Engineering (August start only)
- Building Services and Energy Engineering (start date to be confirmed)
- ENAE601 Whole Building Behaviour and Performance
- ENAE602 Collaborative Building Design Studio
- ENAE605 Sustainable Building Design and Practice
- ENAE606 Building Modelling and Integrated Design
- ENAE603 Structural Design Practice
- ENAE604 Structural Assessment and Retrofit
- ENAE607 Building Energy Systems Design Practice
- ENAE608 HVAC Design Practice
- ENAE620 Integrated Building Design Project
- Three courses towards your endorsement from Schedule C (Group 2)
Entry criteria
To enter the Master of Architectural Engineering at UC you will need to have achieved a bachelor's degree with First or Second Class Honours in a subject related to building design, or equivalent; or a postgraduate diploma in an equivalent subject.
Those with a Postgraduate Certificate in Architectural Engineering with a B Grade Point Average or better can also apply for admission to the Master of Architectural Engineering.
It is strongly advised to have at least one year of professional practice experience before applying. You will be approved entry based on the standard of your previous studies and work experience.
- For the Structural Engineering endorsement (August start only), you will need to have completed a Bachelor of Engineering with Honours (First or Second Class) in Civil Engineering, or equivalent.
- For the Building Services and Energy Engineering endorsement (start date to be confirmed), you will need to have completed a Bachelor of Engineering with Honours (First or Second Class) in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent.
Those who do not meet the minimum requirements may be considered for entry to the Postgraduate Certificate in Architectural Engineering.
If English is not your first language, you are also required to meet UC's Postgraduate language requirements. See how to provide your English language evidence to UC. If you need help meeting these requirements, or would like to practise your English skills before studying, UC offers English for Academic Purposes (EAP) language programmes.
For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Master of Architectural Engineering or use the admission requirements checker.
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