Leeds Beckett University - City Campus,
Woodhouse Lane,
LS1 3HE
Course Overview
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L27 -
City Campus -
Part-Time -
18 Months -
16 Sep 2024
Study the development of innovative technological and engineering solutions in meeting carbon reduction and energy efficiency. You’ll look at how to apply these within the constraints of project contracts, time and costs.
You’ll work closely with local industry experts. This includes the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers, as well as a host of local and national companies.
All your studies will have substantial input from the Leeds Sustainability Institute. They have a strong reputation for producing ground-breaking research in low carbon buildings. You’ll also work alongside fellow students on a design and project brief. This will be for an extension development to our university's city centre Rose Bowl building.
As part of this project, you’ll be involved in practical engineering and strategic design solutions. These will be for the heating, ventilating, air conditioning, lighting and electrical services installations for the proposed building.
Why study Building Services Engineering at Leeds Beckett University...
- Industry standard specialist facilities and local/regional site visits
- Opportunity to network with industry professionals
- Industry experienced expert teaching team
- Guest lectures delivered by industry professionals
- Part-time study available
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Everything you need to know
Discover all there is to know about the course, from entry requirements and fees to exploring the school you’ll be joining - we’ve got it covered.
Entry requirements
Applicants should have a HND, Foundation degree or equivalent award in the cognate subject of Building Services Engineering.
We have now welcomed students from over 140 countries across the globe. If you are interested in studying with us you can find your country and get all the information you'll need about entry requirements and how to apply.
Entry requirements
Applicants should have a HND, Foundation degree or equivalent award in the cognate subject of Building Services Engineering.
GCSEs
GCSE English Language or above (Grade C for GCSEs taken before 2017) or equivalent. Key Skills Level 2, Functional Skills Level 2 and the Certificate in Adult Literacy are accepted in place of GCSEs.International baccalaureate
IELTS
IELTS 6.0 with no skills below 5.5, or an equivalent qualification. The University provides excellent support for any applicant who may be required to undertake additional English language courses.
Our commitment to help every student succeed
Leeds Beckett University is committed to ensuring that every student with the potential to succeed at our University is able to do so regardless of their background. For this reason we operate a contextual admissions policy, which means we take into account a range of additional factors when we assess a student's application. Applicants who meet at least one of our contextual admissions criteria will be offered a place with lower (predicted or achieved) UCAS Tariff Points than our published tariff. Details of the contextual offer scheme for 2024 entry will be published in due course.Mature Applicants
Our university welcomes applications from mature applicants who demonstrate academic potential. All students will be considered through the contextual admissions policy described above. If you do not meet the requirements through the contextual admissions policy, we may still be able to make you an offer if you have recent relevant work experience through our 'Recognition of Prior Learning' policy. Please ensure that you list both your qualifications and any relevant work experience in your application so that we can consider you under both schemes where applicable. All applicants should meet our standard entry requirements of GCSE grade C in English language and, where specified, Maths. Alternative qualifications such as functional skills are accepted in lieu of GCSEs for most courses.We have now welcomed students from over 140 countries across the globe. If you are interested in studying with us you can find your country and get all the information you'll need about entry requirements and how to apply.
Applicants should have a HND, Foundation degree or equivalent award in the cognate subject of Building Services Engineering.
International baccalaureate
IELTS
IELTS 6.0 with no skills below 5.5, or an equivalent qualification. The University provides excellent support for any applicant who may be required to undertake additional English language courses.
Additional entry requirements:
Verify your qualifications
If you are an international student, we can help you to compare and verify your qualifications. Please contact our International Office on +44 (0)113 812 1111 09.00 to 17.00 Mon-Thurs / 09.00 to 16.30 Fri GMT or email internationaloffice@leedsbeckett.ac.uk.Need to improve your English Language skills?
Don't worry if you don't have the level of English required for your chosen course. We offer a wide range of courses which have been designed to help you to improve your qualifications and English language ability, most of which are accredited by the British Council. Check your English and find out more about our English courses.More questions?
No matter what your questions, we are here to answer them, visit our International website to get more information and find out about our online open days.Independent study is a crucial part of learning at university and you will be required to undertake many hours of self-directed research and reading, and preparation and writing of assessments. Your course is delivered through a number of modules, which will help you to plan your time and establish a study routine. Outside of your lectures, workshops and tutorials, a range of support is available to assist with your independent study. Our subject-specific librarians will be on hand to direct you to the specialist learning and study-skill resources. You’ll also be assigned an academic advisor to give you tailored feedback and support.
Our silver status in the latest Teaching Excellence Framework, reflects our commitment to deliver high-quality teaching, learning and outcomes for our students.
Teaching & Learning
Build on your existing knowledge base and enhance your career development potential with five modules, including a major design project that will allow you to demonstrate your independent study skills.
What you'll learn
Develop your knowledge of building science, energy production and thermal performance. You'll begin to understand the impact of global warming, the carbon reduction agenda and its impact upon energy production, building design and performance.
Study the basics of financial decision-making. You'll begin to understand and analyse financial indicators and the commercial context in which organisations operate. This knowledge will foster a commercial awareness and enable you to make informed financial decisions.
Enhance your supporting knowledge of building services systems and develop an independent critical and analytical approach to systems design. You'll extend your problem-solving abilities in relation to energy systems and network analysis. You'll also develop a case study approach to the evaluation of building services systems design, installation and maintenance. This module will boost your analytical and critical thinking skills. You'll then be able to apply these skills to the production of viable and energy efficient BSE systems.
Boost your underpinning knowledge of building services control systems, energy efficiency and utilisation methods and thermal performance. You'll gain an understanding of the impact of intelligent buildings on energy efficiency, financial implications and facilities management from a global perspective.
What you'll learn
Enhance your knowledge of building services engineering. You'll develop a low energy strategy for a building and design appropriate building services systems. Your design will be supported by a detailed technical study of your proposed low energy solution.
Fees & Funding hellooo
Studying part-time gives you the flexibility to learn at your own pace. Because of this, the part-time tuition fees are calculated using credit points.*
The tuition fee for students entering in 2024/25 is £77.08 per credit.
The total number of credit points for this course is 120.
*The fee you pay may differ based on the number of credit points you study.
Fees for this course are not yet confirmed.
Fees & Funding
Studying part-time gives you the flexibility to learn at your own pace. Because of this, the part-time tuition fees are calculated using credit points.*
The tuition fee for students entering in 2024/25 is £77.08 per credit.
The total number of credit points for this course is 120.
*The fee you pay may differ based on the number of credit points you study.
Additional course costs
Tuition Fees
Your tuition fees cover the cost of registration, tuition, academic supervision, assessments and examinations.
The following are also included in the cost of your course:
- 24/7 Library and student IT support
- Free wifi via eduroam
- Skills workshops and resources
- Library membership, giving access to more than 500,000 printed, multimedia and digital resources
- Access to software, including five free copies of Microsoft Office 365 to install on your PC,laptop and MAC, and access to free high-end software via the Leeds Beckett remote app
- Loan of high-end media equipment to support your studies
Access to course resources, equipment and facilities, including:
- Student membership of accrediting body CIBSE
- Some protective equipment for working in the construction materials laboratory and for site visits
In many cases, costs associated with your course will be included in your course fee. However, in some cases there are ‘essential’ additional costs (those that you will be required to meet in addition to your course fee), and/or ‘optional’ additional costs (costs that are not required, but that you might choose to pay). We have included those essential or optional additional costs that relate to your course, below.
Essential Costs
- Protective footwear for site visits and working in the construction materials laboratory.
Optional Costs
- Field trips/site visits; costs are dependent on details and location, but you will need to pay local transport costs for local trips and sustenance if required
- Additional software to support your studies
Other study-related expenses to consider: materials that you will need to complete your course such as books (whilst the library provides access to readings recommended for your modules, you may wish to purchase your own copies of some books); you can also make suggestions for books to be added to Library stock; placement costs (these may include travel expenses and living costs); student visas (international students only); printing, photocopying and stationery (you may need to pay for multiple copies of your dissertation or final project to be printed and bound); events associated with your course such as field trips; study abroad opportunities (travel costs and accommodation, visas and immunisations). Other costs could include academic conferences (travel costs) and professional-body membership (where applicable). The costs you will need to cover for graduation will include gown hire and guest tickets, and optional extras such as professional photography.
As well as your mobile phone, you will also need access to a desktop computer and/or laptop to complete assignments and access university online services such as MyBeckett, your virtual learning environment. You can book and borrow AV equipment through the media equipment service accessed online via the student hub and located in the library at each campus. Equipment includes: 360 Cameras, iPads, GoPros, MacBooks, portable data projectors, portable projection screens, flipchart stands, remote presenters, digital cameras and camcorders, SLR cameras, speakers, microphones, headphones, headsets, tripods, digital audio recorders and PC/laptops (a laptop loans service is provided on campus in the library on both campuses). Student laptops are also available from the laptop lockers located in the libraries.
This list is not exhaustive, costs are approximate and will vary depending on the choices you make during your course. Any rental, travel or living costs are also in addition to your course fees. If you choose to study via distance learning, you may not be able to access all of the facilities listed if you are not able to visit us on campus.
Fees for this course are not yet confirmed.
Additional course costs
Tuition Fees
Your tuition fees cover the cost of registration, tuition, academic supervision, assessments and examinations.
The following are also included in the cost of your course:
- 24/7 Library and student IT support
- Free wifi via eduroam
- Skills workshops and resources
- Library membership, giving access to more than 500,000 printed, multimedia and digital resources
- Access to software, including five free copies of Microsoft Office 365 to install on your PC,laptop and MAC, and access to free high-end software via the Leeds Beckett remote app
- Loan of high-end media equipment to support your studies
In many cases, costs associated with your course will be included in your course fee. However, in some cases there are ‘essential’ additional costs (those that you will be required to meet in addition to your course fee), and/or ‘optional’ additional costs (costs that are not required, but that you might choose to pay). We have included those essential or optional additional costs that relate to your course, below.
Access to course resources, equipment and facilities, including:
- Student membership of accrediting body CIBSE
- Some protective equipment for working in the construction materials laboratory and for site visits
Essential Costs
- Protective footwear for site visits and working in the construction materials laboratory.
Optional Costs
- Field trips/site visits; costs are dependent on details and location, but you will need to pay local transport costs for local trips and sustenance if required
- Additional software to support your studies
Other study-related expenses to consider: materials that you will need to complete your course such as books (whilst the library provides access to readings recommended for your modules, you may wish to purchase your own copies of some books); you can also make suggestions for books to be added to Library stock; placement costs (these may include travel expenses and living costs); student visas (international students only); printing, photocopying and stationery (you may need to pay for multiple copies of your dissertation or final project to be printed and bound); events associated with your course such as field trips; study abroad opportunities (travel costs and accommodation, visas and immunisations). Other costs could include academic conferences (travel costs) and professional-body membership (where applicable). The costs you will need to cover for graduation will include gown hire and guest tickets, and optional extras such as professional photography.
As well as your mobile phone, you will also need access to a desktop computer and/or laptop to complete assignments and access university online services such as MyBeckett, your virtual learning environment. You can book and borrow AV equipment through the media equipment service accessed online via the student hub and located in the library at each campus. Equipment includes: 360 Cameras, iPads, GoPros, MacBooks, portable data projectors, portable projection screens, flipchart stands, remote presenters, digital cameras and camcorders, SLR cameras, speakers, microphones, headphones, headsets, tripods, digital audio recorders and PC/laptops (a laptop loans service is provided on campus in the library on both campuses). Student laptops are also available from the laptop lockers located in the libraries.
This list is not exhaustive, costs are approximate and will vary depending on the choices you make during your course. Any rental, travel or living costs are also in addition to your course fees. If you choose to study via distance learning, you may not be able to access all of the facilities listed if you are not able to visit us on campus.
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Career Prospects
We are committed to your long term career goals and providing you with the skills to manage projects and work alongside design and management teams. Your study of advanced engineering system design and the integration of intelligent controls will present fantastic opportunities in the commercial sector. By developing as an engineer with these skills you will increase your employability.
- Building Services Engineer
- Mechanical Engineer
- Electrical Consultant
- Engineering Consultant
Scholarships and bursaries
We are committed to ensuring that the opportunity to experience an education here at Leeds Beckett University is open to all. If you're thinking of joining us to study for your undergraduate degree, you may be eligible for a scholarship or bursary.
Bursaries are usually awarded depending on household income, whilst scholarships are available for a number of areas, and are based on sporting or academic excellence. For more information visit our scholarships and bursaries page.