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MSc Environmental Design of Buildings

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This programme enables students to develop the knowledge and ability needed to design healthy, comfortable environments in and around buildings that place a minimal strain on global resources.

The programme prepares students to facilitate environmental design as part of their role on a building design team and highlights the need to adapt to changing demands as sustainability policies are increasingly supported by the public and by governments worldwide.

We offer local and distance learning options on this programme.

How to apply

For more information on course content, structure, fees and how to apply, please visit our MSc Environmental Design of Buildings course information page. Please note that this course is not suitable for those wishing to study Landscape Architecture.

Course team

Course Director

Dr Vicki Stevenson

Dr Vicki Stevenson

Reader, Course Director for MSc Environmental Design of Buildings, Director of Postgraduate Research

Email
stevensonv@cardiff.ac.uk
Telephone
+44 (0)29 2087 0927

Lecturers

Professor Ian Knight

Professor Ian Knight

Professor

Email
knight@cardiff.ac.uk
Telephone
+44 (0)29 2087 5496
Sarah O'Dwyer

Sarah O'Dwyer

MSc Lecturer

Email
odwyers@cardiff.ac.uk
Telephone
+44 (0)29 2087 4000
Dr Eleni Ampatzi

Dr Eleni Ampatzi

Senior Lecturer

Email
ampatzie@cardiff.ac.uk
Telephone
+44 (0)29 2087 4603

Admissions support

Architecture Admissions

I learnt a lot about environmental design and building services. As a student with an architectural background, I developed engineering skills including building performance simulation, lighting analysis and calculating the heating/cooling load of the building as well as sustainable thinking and environmental awareness, hence I have become a more eco-friendly designer. I also improved my report writing, presentation and communication skills, and self-confidence, not only for the course but beyond.

Selin Demirci
EDB Local, 2018-19
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