Grow your skills. Shape your future.
From industry-accredited courses and priceless practical experience to the attitudes and attributes today's best employers expect to see, we will guide your growth into a confident, capable, industry-ready professional. We're here to teach, challenge, connect and inspire you - so give us your best and we'll guarantee ours.
Professional accreditation
Earn a degree that's recognised and respected by the industry's biggest names. Each of our undergraduate courses is professionally accredited, supporting your progression towards professional membership or chartered status, and helping you take confident steps into your chosen career with strong, credible foundations.
Professional development
Throughout your course, you'll have access to development opportunities that help you build confidence, broaden your skills and prepare you for the future of work. From AI and sustainability to interdisciplinary projects and external training, you'll shape a personalised development journey that evolves with you. With support from tutors and tools to track your progress, you'll be ready to plan your next steps - and take them with purpose.
Professional behaviours
From the moment you arrive, we'll treat you as a developing professional. That means building the habits, behaviours and attitudes to help you succeed - throughout your studies and across your career. These behaviours aren't just academic expectations; they're qualities that employers value, and the foundations of a strong professional identity.
Professional experience
Industry experience is central to your development and in ADBE, it's built into everything you do. From placements and internships to employer-led briefs, consultancy projects and site visits, you'll gain hands-on insight into how your subject works in the real world.
Hear from our students
John Harrison, BSc Construction Management, talks about how industry is integrated into his course
Phoebe Lawrence, BSc Real Estate, talks about her placement year
Kimberley Burgess, BEng Civil Engineering, talks about her Engineering Without Borders experience
Take your next step
Undergraduate study at the School of Architecture, Design and the Built Environment
Our undergraduate courses are designed to give you the right blend of skills, knowledge and hands-on experience for an incredible and rewarding career in the built environment industries.
Postgraduate study at the School of Architecture, Design and the Built Environment
Whether you're looking to progress from your current role, change industries, or simply explore the subject you're passionate about, we have a range of courses available to choose from.
Employability and careers
Employers look for more than a degree. Stand out from the crowd – our team are here to help you boost your CV and interview skills, and find work experience and jobs.