Architecture, Engineering or both at University of Sheffield?

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chezlondon

Hi Architeer.. Im very interested in this course, as I want something with a mix of the creative and technical. I just had a couple of questions.. Are there many mature students on the course as Im pushing on a bit for an undergrad? I wouldnt let it put me off, but interested none the less! Also how is the work load? My research suggests that either of these subjects alone can be very heavy, but to squeeze two accredited degrees into four years?!! I have done very well on my engineering foundation year, but dont want to bite off more than I can chew! Cheers and thanks for the post...

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I'm a mature student myself (23 now, 22 when I started) and I do know a few other mature students ranging from 23 to 38, but obviously you will be in the minority. I personally don't think it's a problem/issue at all, and the other students I know would all agree, so you're definitely right to not let it put you off!
The work load is heavy, but well worth it for the qualification at the end. First year, while quite busy in general university terms for a first year, is not that bad and probably quite similar to your foundation year. Second year is much heavier, lectures/tutorials 9 til 5 most days and other work to do, so expect 35-40 hour weeks, but it's very much up to you how much work you do. It's definitely a great mix of creative and technical, and a very enjoyable course, so if you're willing to work hard, I definitely recommend it.
Any other questions, please ask.

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Yoana

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Hi Yoana
The course is really enjoyable, but hard work so dedication is key. The department is well organised and there are lots of workshops and a variety of activities to help you with your studies - it's not just about designing buildings all the time, it's about moulding the way you think and design in general.
If you have any more specific questions, i'd be happy to help answer them.

yes I would imagine it would be hard work, but I am ready for that..to be honest I wasnt sure if i relle wanted to do architecture, but the more I research it the more Im getting into it..i was just wondering wheather theres a lot of maths and technical stuff coz im not great at all that I like maths its just that I prefer art&design is the course more design based?? and also hows life in sheffield in general? how did u decide to go to sheffield university?
Thank you so much agan :smile:

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Yoana

yes I would imagine it would be hard work, but I am ready for that..to be honest I wasnt sure if i relle wanted to do architecture, but the more I research it the more Im getting into it..i was just wondering wheather theres a lot of maths and technical stuff coz im not great at all that I like maths its just that I prefer art&design is the course more design based?? and also hows life in sheffield in general? how did u decide to go to sheffield university?
Thank you so much agan :smile:

Sorry for the delay in my reply, the last few weeks of term are always really busy.

The architecture course doesn't involve that much technical/maths stuff, it's majoritively art and design based, although obviously you do have to learn about structures and building technology (more principles than actually calculations/maths).

Sheffield's a great city and very compact, so everything you could need or want is within easy reach.

Personally, I choose Sheffield University because it has the only dual accredited degree for structural engineering and architecture, but obviously for you the choice would be different as lots of universities offer an architecture course.

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how come the school of architecture never reply e-mail and answer the phone.. I am so worrying..
I sent a result to them by e-mail (wed) still no reply.. don't know who should I send to.... do u know what it the Admissions department e-mail pls?

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nathaniel wheatley

chezlondon

Hi Architeer.. Im very interested in this course, as I want something with a mix of the creative and technical. I just had a couple of questions.. Are there many mature students on the course as Im pushing on a bit for an undergrad? I wouldnt let it put me off, but interested none the less! Also how is the work load? My research suggests that either of these subjects alone can be very heavy, but to squeeze two accredited degrees into four years?!! I have done very well on my engineering foundation year, but dont want to bite off more than I can chew! Cheers and thanks for the post...

hi chezlondo, I will be doing a foundation year and was wondering if you can tell me about the course? It is hard? are there a lot of lectures? Are lectures close to endcliffe village?

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namgad

I have been accepted to do Msc (Eng) in Data communications at the department of Electronics and Electrical engineering starting Sep. 2010. Any advice regarding the course , the department and the lectures would be appreciated.

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namgad

I have been accepted to do Msc (Eng) in Data communications at the department of Electronics and Electrical engineering starting Sep. 2010. Any advice regarding the course , the department and the lectures would be appreciated.

Sorry, i can't really help you with any info, as the department of Electronics and Electrical engineering is separate to the civil and structural engineering department. I do know that many of their facilities were brand new last year, as I've had a few tutorials in their computer rooms, but I'm afraid that's about it. Sorry I can't be more helpful.

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cwynter

do we get reading weeks ?

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laser

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Computer Science (within the Engineering faculty) had reading weeks, but they weren't the same depending on which modules it was. And one of my modules had the last week as a reading week, just so they could finish early. Plus, they didn't actually set anything to read.

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cwynter

do we get reading weeks ?

yes, as a civil and structural engineering student, you will get 1 reading week per semester, usually around week 7 in 1st semester and it varies for 2nd semester depending on when the holidays are (ie. when Easter is).

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Sam250

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Hey Architeer. I'm glad someone here is doing the course I'm interested in. I guess my main concern is about workload. I can handle a heavy workload but you hear horror stories of architecture students who can't even take Christmas day off because they're working so hard to get a project finished. That, or anything like it, is the last think I want: I have several other interests that I don't want to let die when I go to university. How much free time do you have, generally?

Just out of interest, what was it that drew you to the duel-accredited degree rather then one of the pure options?

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cwynter

Original post by Sam250

Hey Architeer. I'm glad someone here is doing the course I'm interested in. I guess my main concern is about workload. I can handle a heavy workload but you hear horror stories of architecture students who can't even take Christmas day off because they're working so hard to get a project finished. That, or anything like it, is the last think I want: I have several other interests that I don't want to let die when I go to university. How much free time do you have, generally?

Just out of interest, what was it that drew you to the duel-accredited degree rather then one of the pure options?

Hey there, I'm in my first year of the Civil and structural engineering course,so far the workload that we are getting isn't too bad. In fact I managed to meet all the deadlines and go out at least twice a week in the last 3 months, at uni you will need to be very organise and try to do it as soon as you can to avoid last minute panic. You get quite a lot of free time during the first year, probably 15-20 hours of lectures/labs/tutorials per week. Quite a good deal.
I did alevel art and have to say that there was much more workload then what i'm getting from uni. You'll be fine. :smile:

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Original post by Sam250

Hey Architeer. I'm glad someone here is doing the course I'm interested in. I guess my main concern is about workload. I can handle a heavy workload but you hear horror stories of architecture students who can't even take Christmas day off because they're working so hard to get a project finished. That, or anything like it, is the last think I want: I have several other interests that I don't want to let die when I go to university. How much free time do you have, generally?

Just out of interest, what was it that drew you to the duel-accredited degree rather then one of the pure options?

Hi Sam

Choosing the dual-accredited degree was basically for the simple reason that I was interested in both and wanted to leave my options open after graduation.

I can honestly say I have never worked Christmas day and nor has anyone else I know! However, yes the workload is very heavy, but balance is important so I'm sure you could find time for other interests. It really is up to you how much time and effort you put in - obviously the more the better, but not to the point where you're not doing other things, otherwise your enthusiasm would decrease and therefore so would the quality of your work.

First year is relaxed so definitely use that to your advantage, but be prepared for the workload to increase much more in later years. I'm in the third year (out of four) now and spare time during term time is a lot less than it used to be. Several friends of mine that play sport, for example, are finding it hard to still do so with training and matches being quite demanding. Most find they now just play for fun occasionally rather than training several times a week, or at least restrict themselves to just one sport. I think at least for 4th year (and possibly 3rd year) you have to be prepared to put a lot of things "on hold", but then it's only one year (or two years) of your life and you'll be glad you did by graduation (hopefully)!

Any other questions, feel free to ask.

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Chocolate or

Hello is Architecture and structural engineering accredited for RIBA part 1??? if so, Do people go on studying to get part 2 and 3? What difference between it and architecture(K100)?

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