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University of CantabriaThe Erasmus Mundus Joint Master in Sustainable Design, Construction and Management of the Built Environment (MBUILD) is jointly delivered by the University of Cantabria in Spain, the University of Porto in Portugal, and Technische Hochschule Mittelhessen in Germany. The programme focuses on sustainable building design, construction management, infrastructure development, and environmentally responsible solutions for the built environment.
Curriculum Structure:
Year 1: Students develop knowledge of sustainable design, construction management, fire protection, building performance, and digital construction technologies. Studies take place at partner universities according to the programme's mobility structure.
Year 2: Students explore sustainable construction materials, resilient built environments, circular economy, and emerging construction technologies. The programme concludes with a research-based master's dissertation.
Focus Areas: Sustainable Construction, Building Design, Construction Management, Building Information Modelling (BIM), Sustainable Materials, Circular Economy, Resilient Infrastructure.
Learning Outcomes: Graduates develop skills in sustainable building design, construction project management, environmental assessment, infrastructure planning, and the application of digital technologies to construction.
Professional Alignment (Accreditation): The programme is an Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s degree delivered by three European universities, combining interdisciplinary education in engineering, construction, and sustainability.
Reputation (Employability): Its international curriculum integrates engineering, sustainability, and construction management, preparing graduates to address environmental and technical challenges in the built environment.
At the University of Cantabria, MBUILD provides students with practical learning opportunities in sustainable construction, infrastructure development, and building management. The programme combines applied coursework, integrated projects, and research activities, allowing students to connect engineering principles with real-world construction challenges.
Key experiential learning opportunities include:
Construction Management Projects: Applying project planning and management principles to construction activities.
Integrated Design Projects: Developing sustainable solutions for buildings and the built environment.
Sustainable Materials and Techniques: Exploring environmentally responsible construction materials and methods.
Infrastructure and Circular Economy: Examining sustainable infrastructure solutions, resource efficiency, and circular construction practices.
Research and Dissertation: Conducting independent research into sustainable construction, building technologies, or built-environment management.
International Academic Mobility: Studying across partner universities in Spain, Portugal, and Germany to gain international academic exposure.
The MBUILD programme prepares graduates for professional opportunities in sustainable construction, building design, infrastructure development, and construction management. Its international and multidisciplinary approach supports careers across engineering consultancies, construction companies, sustainability organisations, and research institutions.
Potential progression pathways include:
Sustainable Construction: Developing environmentally responsible building methods and construction solutions.
Construction Project Management: Coordinating construction projects, resources, budgets, and schedules.
Building Performance and Sustainability: Assessing building efficiency and recommending sustainable design strategies.
BIM and Digital Construction: Supporting digital building models and construction coordination.
Infrastructure Development: Contributing to sustainable infrastructure planning and management.
Environmental Consultancy: Advising on sustainability and resource efficiency in the built environment.
Research and Further Study: Pursuing research in sustainable construction, building technologies, and infrastructure systems.
Campus Santander, Spain
Applicants must submit a Professional CV detailing any previous experience related to academic and/or professional activity in the Construction Industry.
Two recommendation/endorsement letters and reference contacts are required.
All information and uploaded documents must be in English; non-English documents require an official English translation.
This is an Erasmus Mundus Joint Master program requiring mandatory mobility between Portugal, Germany, and Spain. India: Requires an official university qualification equivalent to a Spanish bachelor's degree that qualifies the holder for admission to a master's degree in India (with a minimum duration of 3 years).China: Requires an official university qualification equivalent to a Spanish bachelor's degree that qualifies the holder for admission to a master's degree in China (with a minimum duration of 3 years).USA: Requires an official university qualification equivalent to a Spanish bachelor's degree that qualifies the holder for admission to a master's degree in the USA (with a minimum duration of 3 years).UK: Requires an official university qualification equivalent to a Spanish bachelor's degree that qualifies the holder for admission to a master's degree in the UK (with a minimum duration of 3 years).Sustainable Construction EngineerConstruction Project ManagerBuilding Performance ConsultantSustainability ConsultantBIM SpecialistInfrastructure Development EngineerEnvironmental ConsultantConstruction ManagerBuilding Design ConsultantSustainable Materials SpecialistResearch EngineerBuilt Environment Consultant
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