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Course Overview
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L27 -
City Campus -
Part-Time -
7 Years -
16 Sep 2024
What is building services engineering (BSE)?
Building services engineering, also called engineering services, helps clients develop greener products and technology to solve problems in indoor environments. Engineering services play an integral part in the comfort and sustainability of modern-day living and working.
As part of this course, you'll:
- Build expertise as you analyse mechanical and electrical engineering systems within buildings
- Understand the techniques behind low-carbon design and renewable energy systems
- Refine your skills using industry- standard design and energy analysis software applications
- Identify the complex needs of diverse clients and unfamiliar environments
- Understand the role building services engineering plays in providing efficient and cost-effective solutions to the climate crisis
- Understand the life cycle and performance of buildings and their impact on the wider environment
- Learn project management techniques for the built environment.Be able to promote low-carbon solutions and sustainability
- Turn client briefs and concept designs into reality
Boost your prospects
Completing this course will enhance your employability prospects with companies around the world. You’ll gain relevant experience in the industry and will be able to apply for associate membership of CIBSE and attain Incorporated Engineer Status.
Hands-on experience
You could study this course with the option to undertake a placement in industry. This will enable you to gain appropriate work experience and the opportunity to work towards becoming a Chartered Engineer.
Networking opportunities
You’ll be part of an exciting, industry-driven study environment, with access to talks from industry leaders and guest lecturers. These will be hosted by Leeds Beckett University for CIBSE and are excellent professional development sessions. The talks will give you the opportunity to network, along with access to employers and the chance to learn from experts in the field.
Industry links
In your final year, you’ll complete a major project. Your assessment panel for this project will contain industry professionals. They’ll give you valuable, professional feedback on your work.
Why study Building Services Engineering at Leeds Beckett University...
- Fantastic placements and sandwich year opportunities
- Industry standard specialist facilities and local and regional site visits
- Opportunity to network with industry professionals
- Industry experienced expert teaching team
- Start on your path to becoming professionally accredited
Building Services Engineering at Leeds Beckett Course Director Mike White and student Lewis talk through the Building Services Engineering courses at Leeds Beckett. Hear about the course content, opportunities on offer and what studying the courses can lead to.
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
128
points required
We have welcomed students from over 140 countries to study at Leeds Beckett University. If you are interested in studying with us you can find all the information you need about entry requirements and how to apply on our country specific pages.
Entry requirements
128
points required
UCAS Tariff Points: 128 points required.
(Minimum (Minimum Grades BB in two A Levels or equivalent, must include Mathematics and a Science subject. If you are studying Biology, Chemistry or Physics to meet this requirement you must also achieve a `Pass' in the practical assessment, where that practical assessment is separated (from 2017)).).
GCSEs
GCSE English Language and Maths at Grade 4 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 and Adult Numeracy are accepted in place of GCSEs.Access to HE Diploma
Pass overall with a minimum of 128 UCAS tariff points to include 15 merits in science and 15 merits in maths.T Levels
Pass overall with a minimum of 128 UCAS tariff points, including a C or above on the core in a relevant subject.Scottish Awards
128 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 5 Highers of which at least 2 must be grade B or above to include at least 80 points from maths and science subjects.Irish Leaving Certificate
128 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 5 subjects at higher level of which at least 3 must be grade H3 or above to include at least 80 points from maths and science subjects.International baccalaureate
128 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 3 Highers of which at least 2 must be grade H5 or above to include at least 80 points from maths and science subjects.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.
We have welcomed students from over 140 countries to study at Leeds Beckett University. If you are interested in studying with us you can find all the information you need about entry requirements and how to apply on our country specific pages.
International baccalaureate
128 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 3 Highers of which at least 2 must be grade H5 or above to include at least 80 points from maths and science subjects.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.
Teaching & Learning
What you'll learn
Gain an understanding of the design phases of a modern building services engineering project. This module will advance your ability to critically analyse and evaluate the process involved with the environmental criteria into a building services scenario/strategy. You'll acquire the knowledge and skills needed for the design of complex mechanical and electrical services. You'll also learn to develop design solutions, informed by the construction and functional requirements of the building.
Discover the advanced mathematical techniques and analytical processes essential in providing solutions to building services engineering problems. You'll begin to appreciate Matrix algebra and its application to engineering situations. You'll understand and apply advanced calculus techniques and learn to use advanced geometry and statistical analysis to solve engineering-related problems.
Develop an understanding of the underpinning scientific principles and techniques used in a wide range of building services applications. You'll explore core fundamental principles and formulae of fluid mechanics, heat transfer, acoustics, lighting and associated systems.
Immerse yourself in the analysis and application of fluid mechanics and heat transfer related to building services design and implementation. You'll examine thermodynamic laws and process cycles relevant to the systems and equipment used in building services engineering.
Explore the scientific and engineering principles related to electrical and electronics systems used in the control and optimisation of building services systems and installations. This module will help you develop the knowledge and skills needed for the design of complex electrical and electronics systems. You'll begin to understand the processes involved in providing energy efficient and sustainable power supply and distribution systems for BSE systems. You'll also learn to apply analytical and mathematical techniques in solving BSE problems.
Build your expertise in the design, installation, operation and maintenance of heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) equipment and systems. You'll focus on sustainability and the use of renewable energy systems. This module will provide the opportunity for independent learning, to research areas of HVAC systems. This research will develop your ability to analyse evidence and transform your knowledge into innovative design.
What you'll learn
Apply advanced analysis and mathematical techniques to specified engineering problems. You'll learn to communicate solutions to an engineering problem using the correct mathematical terminology and format and effectively communicate the results.
Examine electrical power and lighting applications. You'll cover distribution, principles, legislation and technical aspects for commerce and industry from a local and global perspective. This module will enhance your ability to employ industry related software in the implementation of electrical systems and lighting design. As a result, you'll be able to produce an electrical power distribution systems design for a complex building.
Study the design and implementation of air conditioning, refrigeration and cooling systems for complex commercial and industrial buildings. You'll learn to analyse data and develop effective low and zero carbon, and sustainable design methodologies. During this module, you'll also have the opportunity to use industry standard software applications in the production of air-conditioning and refrigeration design.
Study building and energy management systems, and controls, with the goal of providing energy efficient and sustainable low and zero carbon buildings and systems. You'll evaluate the data from a given BMS system and learn to provide strategies for optimisation of performance from an energy efficiency and utilisation perspective. This module will also provide the opportunity to research the construction, manufacture and performance of BMS hardware and how these are used in an effective BMS system.
Develop your design skills relating to the evaluation and implementation of a realistic building services project. You'll learn to work effectively as part of a team and develop your ability to evaluate a client’s design brief. You'll learn to create an efficient project plan with an emphasis on time, cost and quality. This module will create the opportunity to strengthen your presentation skills and communicate your design practice to an audience.
Discover the concepts, philosophies, technologies and software applications supporting the processes and mechanisms employed in digital and collaborative working systems within the construction, built environment and allied industries. You'll gain an understanding of how various software applications and technologies are employed in the production of a built asset, using a holistic building information model/management. You'll look at initial conception, design, costing, scheduling, error checking of model, construction, operation in use, through to demolition/recycling and encapsulated data analytics.
What you'll learn
Build your knowledge of low and near zero building and the systems designed to monitor and evaluate these buildings. This module will focus on the impact these systems have on the carbon reduction agenda, energy efficiency and building performance. You'll enhance your problem-solving abilities regarding energy systems and network analysis. You'll also develop a case study approach to the evaluation of building services systems design, installation and maintenance.
Facilities management is the total management of all services and built environment infrastructure that supports the core business of an organisation. This module will provide you with an understanding of the strategic and day to day management of occupational property. You'll learn how to ensure that buildings and services are managed and operated efficiently and effectively.
Use the research skills you've gained throughout your course to prepare a reasoned and structured dissertation. This will include carrying out a sustained piece of research that examines current issues related to the built environment. Your dissertation will demonstrate your data collection, critical analysis and presentation skills.
This module will give you hands-on experience of the design and implementation of building energy management systems. You'll build your knowledge of the design, construction, installation and maintenance of structured cabling and network systems. You'll also gain an understanding of the impact of intelligent buildings on energy efficiency, financial implications and facilities management from a global perspective.
Gain an in-depth knowledge of the science that underpins building performance and the related methodologies used in the modelling and analysis of building fabric. You'll begin to understand how the external environment affects the performance of a building and its associated systems. Additionally, you'll learn to analyse the performance of building systems and components using fundamental building engineering physics knowledge and appropriate modelling techniques.
What you'll learn
Review current trends in building services systems design. You'll study design approaches, sustainability considerations, electrical systems and lighting design. This module will enhance your problem-solving abilities regarding energy systems and network analysis. Furthermore, you'll develop a case study approach to the evaluation of building services design.
Produce a major piece of work to a brief based on a simulated industrial scenario and within agreed time scales. You'll demonstrate sound engineering and management judgement and work both individually and in groups. Your design outputs will consider key conceptual design options and you'll develop solutions regarding construction budgets and merits of material choices. Your work could then be used to support your application for graduate positions. Where possible, you may be able to base an element of your work on a live project in collaboration with industry.
Enhance your research skills and ability to critically appraise information as you complete an in-depth study of a topic relevant to your course. Your research may be technical in nature or based on commercial aspects of industry, including planning.
Explore building information modelling for engineers and how it's applied to mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) systems. You'll review BIM packages and apply them to case study examples. You'll also study the capabilities for enhanced collaboration between engineering and architecture teams.
Option modules may include
Deepen your understanding of building and system performance in relation to carbon reduction and achieving long term sustainability. You'll study the design of the building fabric, the operation of the building and its usage. You'll then build a framework in which the functionality of buildings is considered as an integrated part of the sustainable built environment.
Humanitarian engineering using key engineering theory, principles and design skills to implement solutions that promote the wellbeing of communities facing humanitarian challenges. These challenges can be caused by human conflict, climatic catastrophes, or technical disasters. This module will give you an understanding of the key humanitarian engineering issues, principles and design methods practised in this specialised sector. You'll study the fundamental technologies often used in emergency response situations. As part of your assessment, you'll then carry out coursework based on a typical humanitarian engineering case study.
This module covers a broad range of management and procedural considerations applicable to the development and delivery of projects. It will follow terminology as set out by chartered body, the Association for Project Management (APM). You'll gain a detailed understanding of the legal and commercial frameworks in which projects are identified, developed, delivered, and operated. As your studies progress, you'll develop confidence in decision-making and learn apply a range of people skills in the management of projects.
Review and appraise approaches to building energy management systems and smart controls. You'll enhance your group-working and interpersonal skills as you engage in real-life projects and tackle engineering design challenges. You’ll develop a framework to analyse intelligent buildings from an energy conservation perspective. Furthermore, you'll learn to critically analyse the performance of alternative networks and systems and ultimately provide recommendation on use and optimisation.
This course offers the opportunity to take a ‘sandwich’ year – a year of paid employment in industry which will build your skills and experience. This is usually taken between the second and third year of your degree, typically making your course four years in total.
Students who choose the sandwich route find it helps with both their studies and getting a job after graduation. It can build your confidence, contacts, and of course your CV. Leeds Beckett advertise lots of placement opportunities and provide support in helping you find the right placement for you.
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 480.
*The fee you pay may differ based on the number of credit points you study.
Part-time rates for international students are not automatically displayed as there are specific visa requirements which generally limit students to study in the UK on a full-time basis. Should you wish to query your visa status you can contact Tier4 Compliance@leedsbeckett.ac.uk. If you are able to study on a part-time basis please contact fees@leedsbeckett.ac.uk for further information on course fees.
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 480.
*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:
- 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.
Part-time rates for international students are not automatically displayed as there are specific visa requirements which generally limit students to study in the UK on a full-time basis. Should you wish to query your visa status you can contact Tier4 Compliance@leedsbeckett.ac.uk. If you are able to study on a part-time basis please contact fees@leedsbeckett.ac.uk for further information on course fees.
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:
- 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
There is huge demand both nationally and internationally for master’s-qualified building services engineers. Corporate social responsibility with respect to decarbonisation and climate change is now important to companies across numerous industries so you’ll be well-placed to work with a wide range of clients.
You’ll have the expertise to enter careers in design, consultancy and contracting within the building services industry, as well as roles within local government and health authorities. Qualification in this field will also enable you to apply for positions abroad, particularly in the fields of low and zero-carbon design and renewables. Job opportunities could include:
- Mechanical and electrical design engineer
- Building management and controls engineer
- Environmental and public health engineer
- Building information modelling manager
- Building services project manager
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I get five or six queries a week from companies asking if I can recommend anyone for building services engineering jobs - the industry is booming right now, particularly in the Yorkshire area. Organisations are struggling to fill roles and we can give you the skills to impress employers.
Mike White
Course Director
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Mike White
Course Director / School Of Built Environment, Engineering And Computing
Mike is the Course Director for Undergraduate and Post Graduate programmes in Building Services Engineering. Mike qualified with a BEng (Hons) Mechatronics in 2001 and an MEng Electronics and Telecommunications in 2003. Mike joined Leeds Beckett as a Senior Lecturer in 2013.
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