BENG ARCHITECTURAL ENGINEERING
The BEng Architectural Engineering programme is designed to produce professional and compound talents with strong problem-solving skills and a comprehensive understanding of the multidisciplinary aspects of building.
September 2025
Full time
Three or four years
Available
Suzhou
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Design School
XJTLU undergraduate students earn two degrees: an XJTLU degree recognised by the Chinese Ministry of Education and a globally respected University of Liverpool degree.
Knowledge and skills
Upon graduation from the BEng Architectural Engineering, you will have:
- a sound knowledge of architectural studies, building services engineering, construction project management and cost estimation, building information modelling, fa?ade engineering, and the core areas of civil engineering including structures, hydraulics, geotechnics and materials
- problem-solving skills with the ability to apply a range of qualitative and quantitative techniques in resolving architectural engineering problems
- practical knowledge of the key aspects of civil engineering and architectural design practices
- completed a building design and construction project that combines professional elements of both civil engineering and architecture
- a good understanding of the principles of project management, including allocating project resources effectively and how to apply modern construction practices to real-world situations.
This programme provides comprehensive knowledge related to building structural and architectural design, building information modeling, fa?ade engineering, civil engineering, and construction management. It grants students more career opportunities while preparing them become lifelong learners and globally competitive citizens.
Dr Lei Fan
Programme director
Modules
*Programme modules listed are illustrative only and subject to change. XJTLU students are advised to log in to the e-Bridge Portal to view the effectuated module structure.
Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University offers a wide range of courses in the first year, including English for academic purposes (EAP), mathematics and physics, and humanities and social sciences. Click to learn more.
Core Modules
Humanities and Architecture
Integrated Design of Small Buildings
Architectural Technology and Innovation
Fluid Mechanics and Thermodynamics
Solids and Structures
Introduction to Materials
Engineering Skills
Surveying for Architectural Engineers
Introduction to Engineering Sustainability
Differential Equations for Engineers
Core Modules
Building Typology in Integrated Architectural Design
Construction Methods
Civil Engineering Project Management
Engineering Structures
Reinforced Concrete and Steelwork
Structural Behaviour
Construction Materials
Basic Soil Mechanics
Numerical Methods
Architectural Engineering Project
Building Services Engineering
Core Modules
Capstone Design 2
Final Year Project
Construction Management
Construction Cost Estimation and Cost Control
Building Information Modelling
Steel structures
Facade Engineering
Geotechnical Engineering for Architectural Engineers
Optional Modules
Architectural Technology
Structural Dynamics
Finite Element Method
This program gives us an opportunity to venture into both architecture and civil engineering fields. The extensive knowledge and skills set that we gain make us more competent in our career path.
Ying Lo
Student, BEng Architectural Engineering
Careers
Graduates from this programme are well prepared for their future career in the areas of building survey and design, structural engineering, BIM, building facade design, project management, real estate development, construction and consulting, etc. The programme also provides a sound basis for further study or a research career in architecture, civil and structural engineering, construction management and engineering or related fields. Most of our graduates go on to study at the world's top universities in countries such as the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and the Netherlands.
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Overview
The BEng Architectural Engineering programme is designed to produce professional and compound talents with strong problem-solving skills and a comprehensive understanding of the multidisciplinary aspects of building.
The principles and precision of civil, engineering and the creativity of architecture are combined to give you a well-rounded education with excellent career prospects.
The programme prepares you for working with sound professional judgement in multidisciplinary teams through the study of a range of modules in both the Department of Civil Engineering and the Department of Architecture.
Upon graduation you will have fully satisfying the educational base for an Incorporated Engineer (IEng) in the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM) in the United Kingdom, and partially satisfying the educational base for a Chartered Engineer (CEng).
Why should I study Architectural Engineering at XJTLU?
Accreditation
BEng (Hons) Accredited CEng (Partial)
This degree is accredited as:
1. fully satisfying the educational base for an Incorporated Engineer (IEng).
2. partially satisfying the educational base for a Chartered Engineer (CEng). A programme of accredited Further Learning will be required to complete the educational base for CEng.
See?www.jbm.org.uk?for further information and details of Further Learning programmes for CEng.