University of Central Lancashire - Postgraduate Open Evening
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Course summary
Course Overview
Our Civil Engineering course is founded on strong industry links in a region that boasts a wide range of cutting-edge engineering and technology.
Why study with us
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This course will equip you with the principles and concepts of engineering, underpinned by a sound knowledge and understanding of scientific principles.
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Work in the broad area of civil engineering or specialise either as a structural engineer, environmental engineer or geotechnical engineer.
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Work on live projects with our industry partners and advance your project management skills. This will be a huge asset as you progress into more senior roles during your career.
What you’ll do
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Step out on regular field trips to see best practice projects and get hands-on experience of live projects.
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The Engineering Innovation Centre enables you to work on real-world projects with commercial partners in state-of-the-art facilities.
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Take the opportunity to become a research intern, working with the University’s research staff during your summer vacation.
Accreditations
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This course has been accredited by the CIOB, the globally recognised professional body for construction and leadership. Accreditation can lead to high level career opportunities in large organisations and private practice.
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This course is accredited by the JBM. They work alongside universities and industry to ensure that formal educational programmes and workplace programmes are in place to develop professional engineers who will contribute to sustainable, economic growth and ethical standards worldwide.
Future Careers
Successful graduates will be valued by society as the new digital pioneers of civil engineering, using modern methods of solving societal problems.
Modules
Please visit The University of Central Lancashire’s website for the latest information about our modules.
Apply by
29 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- 7P46
- Institution code:
- C30
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- U
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1, 2, 3
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
University of Central Lancashire has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
Apply by
29 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- 7P46
- Institution code:
- C30
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- U
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available.
Course optionsEntry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 104 points
Maths required.
A level
104 UCAS points including grade C in Maths
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM
The following modules are required;
Engineering BTEC: Merit in Mathematics for Engineering Technicians.
Applied Science BTEC: Merit in Using Mathematical Tools in Science and Unit 7 Mathematical Calculations OR Unit 8 Using Stats in Science.
Const and Built Env BTEC: Merit in Mathematics in Construction and the Built Environment and Structural Mechanics in Construction and Civil Engineering, or Merit in Mathematics in Construction and the Built Environment and Further Mathematics in Construction and the Built Environment
Access to HE Diploma
104 UCAS points including 15 level 3 credits in Maths
Scottish Higher
104 UCAS points including Maths
AS - Not accepted
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Pass IB Diploma including 104 UCAS points from Higher Level subjects, including HL5 Maths
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
104 UCAS points including Maths
GCSE/National 4/National 5
5 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above including Maths and English or equivalent. Equivalent qualifications are Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English or Level 3 Key Skills in Maths and Communication.
T Level - M
including Maths
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | with no component score less than 5.5 (To have been taken within two years of the course commencement date) |
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
Our contextual admissions policy applies to all UK students applying to study an undergraduate course at our Preston, Burnley or Westlakes campuses. Simply include your care leaver status and postcode on your UCAS application and we will do the rest. If you are eligible for a lower offer we will do this automatically.
Historical entry grades data
This section shows the range of grades students were previously accepted with - learn more. It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
- Data from:
- This course and 18 other engineering courses
- Date range:
- 2022-2024
Grades held by accepted students
- AAB
- Highest grades
- DDD
- Lowest grades
Offer rate for UK school & college leavers
Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
*subject only to annual increase in line with UK Retail Price Index inflation rate
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Phone:01772 892400
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