Civil Engineering (with Integrated Foundation Year)

Civil engineers design, build and maintain the essential infrastructure that surrounds us, from bridges and roads to water supply systems, helping communities to function smoothly and sustainably.

Our Civil Engineering MEng with integrated foundation year course will build your confidence and develop the skills and knowledge you need, including proficiency in maths, so you are fully ready to begin your degree.

After successfully completing the foundation year you can progress straight to the Civil Engineering MEng course, which will prepare you to start your career as a highly skilled professional with strong leadership skills and detailed scientific knowledge.

TOP REASONS TO CHOOSE THIS COURSE

• Foundation year that opens up opportunities in civil engineering if you don’t have the required qualifications, are changing career or returning to study.

• We are 12th in the UK for civil engineering courses — Guardian University League 2024.

• Progress to a degree accredited by Joint Board of Moderators.

• Our Industrial Advisory Board offer invaluable advice and networking opportunities.

• Exciting project work and opportunities to get involved in research.

• Fieldwork, site visits and guest lectures from professionals bring learning to life.

• Specialist facilities including concrete lab, dynamics lab, hydraulics lab, soils lab, and wave tank room.

• Option of a salaried placement year to build your experience and confidence.

• Learn Building Information Modelling (BIM) and gain a professional advantage.

• Shared first year with the option to transfer and specialise in Civil with Environmental Engineering or Civil Engineering with Construction Management.

Making sure that what you learn with us is relevant, up to date and what employers are looking for is our priority, so courses are reviewed and enhanced on an ongoing basis. When you have applied to us, you’ll be told about any new developments through Student View.