Program Overview
The Building Energy Design at Aalborg University is a MSc programme in Arts & Design over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of arts & design. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Building Energy Design programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across China and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 12,402 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Aalborg, China
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Building Energy Design programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Building energy consumption and indoor environmental quality
- Introduction to problem-based learning
- Heat and moisture transport in building indoor environmental analysis and measurement
- Building energy modelling
- Building ventilation, heating and cooling
- Building heating and cooling systems
- Control and analysis of building energy systems
- Building commissioning, operation and environmental impact
- Environmental assessment methods and tools
- Life Cycle Cost Analysis and cost optimisation
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission to the Master\xc2\x92s programme in Building Energy Design requires a
- Bachelor of Architectural Technology and Construction Management
- Bachelor of Technology Management and Marine Engineering
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering; Structural and Civil Engineering
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering; Indoor Environmental and Energy Engineering
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering; Water and Environment
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering; Transportation Engineering
Students with another Bachelor\'s degree, upon application to the Board of Studies, will be admitted after a specific academic assessment if the applicant is deemed to have comparable educational prerequisites. The University can stipulate requirements concerning conducting additional exams prior to the start of study.
Please make sure you send your application form and further documentation via post to the International Office by the required deadline.
Furthermore please note the official language requirements for international students applying to Aalborg University are:
- IELTS (academic test): 6.5
- TOEFL (paper-based): 560
- TOEFL (internet-based): 88
- Cambridge First Certificate with the grade B
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 12,402 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: EUR 12,402 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Aalborg University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Aalborg University
Aalborg University
Aalborg, Denmark
Aalborg University (AAU) is a major public research university in Denmark known for its innovative teaching approach, strong engineering education, and international environment. Offers a wide...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-10-17
- Start Date 2018-02-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months