University of Lancashire
Preston
PR1 2HE
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Civil Engineering (with Foundation Year)
- BEng (Hon)
- 4 Years
- Full-time
- 21/09/2026
- Undergraduate
- Preston Campus
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 offers an optional 48-week sandwich placement in industry for full-time students between Year 2 and Year 3.
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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 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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You'll benefit from speakers from the Institution of Civil Engineering and related institutions - and from workshops delivered by regional and national contributors.
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
As a civil engineer you’ll become a part of a dynamic, fast-growing industry with the potential to develop your career across the globe.
Modules
Please visit The University of Central Lancashire’s website for the latest information about our modules.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Preston Campus
Study options
- BEng (Hon) • Full-time • 4 Years
Start dates
- 21/09/2026
Apply by
14 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:
- 7M36
- Institution code:
- C30
- Campus name:
- Preston Campus
- Campus Code:
- U
- Points of Entry:
- Foundation
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
University of 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
14 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:
- 7M36
- Institution code:
- C30
- Campus name:
- Preston Campus
- Campus Code:
- U
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 64 points
A level
64 UCAS points at A2
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MPP
Access to HE Diploma
64 UCAS points
Scottish Higher
64 UCAS points
AS - Not accepted
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MM
Scottish Advanced Higher
64 UCAS points
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
64 UCAS points at Higher Level subjects
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.
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - MPP
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma - MM
T Level - P
P (D or E)
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
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Widening participation is at the core of our mission. We believe in helping people to seize every opportunity to flourish in education and work, for life. We offer reduced entry tariffs for students from areas of relative disadvantage, with lower rates of participation in higher education, as well as those who have spent time in the care system. Simply include your care leaver status and postcode on your UCAS application and we will automatically make you a contextual offer if you are eligible.
Historical entry grades data BETA
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535 | 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
Please note fees for the foundation year will be £9,535, and then £9,535 per year for the remainder of the course.
*subject only to annual increase in line with UK Retail Price Index inflation rate
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