Architecture, Construction & Environment
Join the movement toward a sustainable, innovative world with our specialist degrees.
Shape a resilient, forward-thinking world with our cutting-edge programmes. Our BSc in Environment, Sustainability and Climate Change empowers you to tackle global challenges, influence climate policy, and deliver impactful environmental solutions. Meanwhile, the BEng in Energy and Environmental Engineering combines engineering expertise with environmental science, preparing you to design renewable energy systems and sustainable infrastructure.
Alongside these, our specialist programmes in BSc Architecture, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, and Civil Engineering equip you with the technical knowledge and practical experience to shape the built environment. With hands-on learning through labs/workshops, fieldwork, and industry projects, our degrees open doors to careers in consultancy, sustainability leadership, and construction professions.
Whether you want to lead the transition to a low-carbon future or design the spaces we live in, our programmes equip you with the knowledge and skills to succeed in a rapidly evolving world.
Why study Architecture, Construction & Environment at UWTSD?
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Architecture, Construction & Environment
Study at UWTSD and shape a sustainable future. Our degrees in Environment, Sustainability and Climate Change, Energy and Environmental Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, and Civil Engineering combine technical expertise, creativity, and practical experience to prepare you for careers in sustainability leadership, consultancy, and construction innovation.
Architecture Programmes
BSc / MArch Architecture - ARB-accredited degrees, we offer both undergraduate and postgraduate pathways in Architecture, enabling you to progress towards full professional qualification within one institution. Our degrees blend creativity with technical expertise, empowering you to design sustainable, functional, and inspiring spaces. Graduates are prepared for careers in architectural design, urban planning, and project development—creating environments that enhance and enrich modern living.
Construction programmes
Our BSc (Hons) Construction, BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying, and BSc (Hons) Civil Engineering degrees prepare you to shape the future of the built environment. You’ll develop the technical, managerial, and financial skills to lead sustainable projects, manage costs effectively, and design resilient infrastructure. With a strong focus on innovation and sustainability, graduates are well-equipped for careers across construction, engineering, and property sectors.
Environment Programmes
Drive positive change with our BSc (Hons) Environment, Sustainability and Climate Change and BEng (Hons) Energy and Environmental Engineering degrees. These programmes are designed for those passionate about creating a greener, more resilient future. You’ll explore global sustainability challenges, climate policy, and renewable energy solutions, gaining practical experience through labs, fieldwork, and industry projects. Graduates progress into roles in environmental consultancy, energy engineering, policy, and sustainability leadership—equipped to help lead the transition to a low-carbon world.
Spotlights
Architecture & Civil Engineering Facilities
Dedicated studio spaces are available in our purpose-built Innovation Quarter at the heart of Swansea’s up-and-coming SA1 community. Students can access dedicated PC workstations within the studio with software packages such as AutoCAD, Revit, Sketchup and Adobe CCS full suite with associated A1 plotters.
Students can access workshop facilities with various traditional and computer-aided model-making facilities, such as 3D printers and laser cutters. With support from *CWIC* you’ll have access to developing technologies such as drones and Virtual Reality equipment.
Environment, Energy and Sustainability Facilities
With state-of-the-art facilities, including environmental laboratories and resources for fieldwork, you’ll have access to hands-on learning experiences. Our beautiful surroundings, from the outstanding Gower peninsular to the breath-taking Bannau Brycheiniog, offer the perfect backdrop for learning and exploration.
Civil Engineering and Architecture Stories
Drews Dennehy's BSc Architecture Experience
Jon Langstone's BSc Construction Management Experience
Jacob Davies-Hannen's BSc Architecture Experience
Environment, Energy and Sustainability Stories
Environment, Energy, and Sustainability Student Stories
See how our Environment, Energy, and Sustainability students are tackling global challenges, from conservation to renewable energy. These stories showcase how our programmes empower students to make a positive difference for our planet and future generations.
Rebecca Macfarlane's UWTSD Experience.
Rowan Jack Moses's experience of UWTSD.
Milena Tomaszewska's BEng Energy and Environmental Engineering Experience
Ioan Jeffries's experience of UWTSD.
