Nottingham

Introduction
The Master of Science (MSc) in Sustainable Building Design is a multi-disciplinary programme of postgraduate study tailored for green professionals of the built environment. The curriculum of this programme is specially designed to emphasise the successful integration of design & technology, and to build capability in the application of sustainable design globally. This includes passive 'green' design, renewable energy, solar technology, high impact energy efficient systems, computer simulations and total building performance. Students will acquire competencies in conducting macro & micro analysis and simulations for projects located anywhere geographically.

Programme Structure
There will be 8 modules totalling 180 credits.

Module	Title	Credits
1	Principles of Environmental Design	15
2	Environmental Design Strategies	15
3	Tall Buildings, Urban Design, Climate and the Environment	15
4	Architecture Climate & the Environment	30
5	Renewable Energy Design	15
6	Energy Efficient Technologies	15
7	Energy Efficient Design	15
8	Dissertation	60

15-credit modules comprise a 1-week intensive period

Wednesday & Thursday evening sessions of 3 hours each
One Friday session from 9.00am – 5.00pm
One Saturday session from 9.00am – 5.00pm
A two-hour video conference tutorial will be held 2 weeks after the intensive period

30-credit modules comprise two 1-week intensive period

Two Wednesday sessions of three hours each
Two Thursday sessions from 9.00am – 5.00pm
Two Friday sessions from 9.00am – 5.00pm
Two Saturday sessions from 9.00am – 5.00pm
Two sessions of 2-hour video conferences will be held on weekday evenings, two and four weeks after the second intensive period

In addition to the above intensive study periods, participants are expected to do pre and post self study and assignments.

Dissertation

Introductory briefing sessions will be held at BCA Academy
Participants will be supervised by the faculty through email/video conferencing as appropriate
The dissertation will be approximately 20,000 words

Award
The degree of MSc in Sustainable Building Design will be awarded by The University of Notthingham to participants who have achieved at least a passing mark of 50% in all modules (including the Dissertation).

In the event that the student only achieves between 40% and 49% for each module, he/she may be considered for the award of a Post-Graduate Diploma in Sustainable Building Design.

Commencement
The lesson will begin in September 2012. The 2-year programme (including the Dissertation) can be completed at BCA Academy on a part-time basis.

Criteria

1.	A general degree from built environment related programme which may include Engineering, Architecture, Building Science, Property & Asset Management, Real Estate, Facilities Management, Building Management

2.	Relevant degree holder with no working experience can also apply. For non-degree holders whose qualifications are not obtained from an English conducted programme, they are required to submit one of the following English language qualification:
	TOEFL (paper version): 550 with at least 4.0 in TWE TOEFL Internet based (IBT): 213 with at least 4.0 in TWE IELTS 6.0 with at least Band 5 in all elements

3.	Application is subject to the university’s final approval.

Registration

1.	Registration can be done by using the application form.

2.	Mail application form to BCA Academy with the following supporting documents:
	academic degree and transcripts; coloured photo; English language qualification (if applicable) Two references' letters

3.	Registration closing date: 18 March 2012.

Payment
Please refer to application form for payment details.

Subsidy
75% subsidy* for Singapore Citizen and 60% subsidy* for Permanent Resident on course fee (excluding GST). Limited placement only. This subsidy is offered by BCA. With the subsidy, the net payable course fee is S$6018.75 (inclusive of GST) for Singapore Citizen and S$9630.00 (inlcusive of GST) for Permanent Resident. *Terms and Conditions apply.

Click here to download Subsidy Application Form.

Terms and Conditions -
The applicant must fulfill all the stated conditions:

1.	must be a Singaporean or Permanent Citizen

2.	must be working in a relevant job related to the course of study

3.	must complete the course leading to the award of the MSc in Sustainable Building Design

4.	must meet 75% class attendance

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