The ProQual Level 5 Award in Fire Engineering Design is an Ofqual-regulated, UK-accredited qualification designed for professionals seeking foundational yet comprehensive competence in fire engineering design principles. This award provides targeted, practical training in performance-based fire safety design, fire dynamics, and full compliance with UK building regulations for residential, commercial, industrial, and high-risk premises. Learners develop essential skills to apply fire engineering concepts confidently, evaluate active and passive fire protection systems, assess means of escape, analyse structural fire resistance, and contribute effectively to fire safety design submissions under the supervision of senior fire engineers.

The course provides detailed coverage of key UK legal frameworks and technical standards. These include the Building Safety Act 2022, which introduces enhanced duties for higher-risk buildings, Building Safety Regulator requirements, and competence requirements for designers. The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 is covered in depth, focusing on Responsible Person duties, fire risk assessment integration with design, and general fire precautions. 

Approved Document B (Volume 1 and 2) is examined for means of escape, internal and external fire spread, and access and facilities for fire-fighting. BS 9999 provides the code of practice for fire safety in the design, management and use of buildings, while BS 9991 addresses fire safety specifically for residential buildings. The Eurocodes (EN 1991-1-2 and EN 1993-1-2) are also covered, focusing on structural fire engineering and thermal and mechanical actions on structures.

Training includes fire dynamics, structural fire engineering, means of escape design, active and passive fire protection systems, smoke control, external fire spread, fire-fighting access, human behaviour in fire, and preparation of fire engineering design submissions. Assessment is entirely assignment-based with no formal examinations, and the course is delivered through flexible online learning.

To enrol in the ProQual Level 5 Award in Fire Engineering Design:

• Minimum age: 18 years
• No formal entry barriers for mature learners with practical experience; a pre‑course skills check may be used
• Prior knowledge or experience in fire safety, engineering, architecture, construction, or related fields is recommended
• A Level 3 or Level 4 qualification in fire safety, engineering, or a relevant discipline is beneficial but not mandatory
• Ability to read technical drawings, understand fire‑engineering reports, and work with building plans

To achieve the qualification candidates must complete 8 Mandatory units.