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UndergraduateCourse summary
This Civil Engineering HND is designed around the principal areas of: materials, structures, geotechnics, surveying, and construction management. These subjects are core to the civil engineering curriculum, as defined by the Joint Board of Moderators for accredited degree programmes. This course is ideal for anyone aiming to become a chartered engineer. Our teaching staff bring a wealth of experience from the construction industry. They have developed strong industry links as practitioners, members of professional bodies, and through industry collaborations and research projects in various civil engineering fields. We have close connections with the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB), Construction Wales Innovation Centre (CWIC), and the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB). These partnerships provide a rich source of knowledge and experience, enhancing your learning and boosting your employability prospects. Graduates of our programme often find opportunities not only as civil engineers but also in related fields such as building and site surveyors. The course covers specialised subjects, including transport infrastructure engineering and environmental engineering, offered as specific modules. Our teaching approach combines traditional lectures with project-based learning. This means you will work on real case studies and scenarios, participate in site visits, and engage in practical exercises such as surveying and laboratory testing. By studying at UWTSD, you will gain a comprehensive education in civil engineering, supported by experienced staff and strong industry connections. The skills and knowledge you acquire will prepare you for a successful career in the civil engineering field.
Modules
“The construction industry affects everyone, influencing productivity and wellbeing, creating the homes, hospitals, schools, workplaces, and infrastructure essential for a good quality of life,” Caroline Gumble, CIOB. At UWTSD, we emphasise hands-on learning and real-world application in our Civil Engineering course. Our approach combines academic knowledge with practical experience. The construction industry accounts for a significant percentage of the UK’s economic output and graduates in this field will have opportunities both in the UK and also overseas in a variety of rewarding careers. Year 1: In the first year, you will study the fundamentals of construction technology, structural mechanics, and engineering mathematics. Courses in digital technology CAD, BIM, and surveying will develop your technical skills. You will also cover construction materials, health, safety, and welfare, and skills for professional practice to ensure a well-rounded foundation. Fundamentals of Construction Technology (20 credits) Structural Mechanics (20 credits) Engineering Mathematics (20 credits) Construction Materials (10 credits) Digital Technology CAD (10 Credits) Skills for Professional Practice (10 Credits) Digital Surveying and Highway Design (10 Credits) Digital Technology BIM (10 Credits) Engineering and Construction Surveying (10 Credits) Year 2: The second year focuses on deeper knowledge with modules in geotechnical and foundation technology, structural analysis, and materials engineering. You will engage in a research project design, alongside flexible modules including water resources and environmental monitoring, contract administration, and project planning for construction. Materials Engineering (20 credits) Water Resources and Environmental Monitoring (20 credits) Research Project Design (20 credits ) Geotechnical and Foundation Technology (20 credits) Structural Analysis (20 credits) Contract Administration (10 credits) Optional Project Planning for Construction (20 credits) Retrofit Coordination and Management (20 credits)
Assessment method
Assessments used within these programmes are normally formative or summative. In the former assessment is designed to ensure students become aware of their strengths and weaknesses. Typically, such assessment will take the form of practical exercises where a more hands-on approach shows student’s ability on a range of activities. Traditional formal time-constrained assessment is by means of tests and examinations, normally of two-hour duration. Examinations are a traditional method of verifying that the work produced is the students’ own work. To help authenticate student coursework, some modules require that the student and lecturer negotiate the topic for assessment on an individual basis, allowing the lecturer to monitor progress. Some modules where the assessment is research-based require students to verbally/visually present the research results to the lecturer and peers, followed by a question and answer session. Such assessment strategies are in accord with the learning and teaching strategies employed by the team, that is, where the aim is to generate work that is mainly student-driven, individual, reflective and where appropriate, vocationally-orientated. Feedback to students will occur early in the study period and continue over the whole study session thereby allowing for greater value added to the student’s learning.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
29Jan
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
Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
If you are not from the UK and you do not already have residency here, you may need to apply for a visa. For courses of more than six months’ duration you will require a Student visa. International students who require a Student visa should apply for our full-time courses as these qualify for Student visa sponsorship. For full information read our visa application and guides. Please note students receiving US Federal Aid are only able to apply for in-person, on-campus programmes which will have no elements of online study.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 90 points
English language requirements
If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.0, with not less than 5.5 in each of the sub-tests. We also accept other English language tests.
Acceptable Evidence of English
https://www.uwtsd.ac.uk/apply/international-applications/english-language-requirements
Student Outcomes
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There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| EU | £15525 | Year 1 |
| International | £15525 | 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
It is possible to complete this programme of study without any additional costs.
Students may wish to purchase materials for modules, such as a major project but this is not a requirement and will have no bearing on the final grade.
Provider information
University of Wales Trinity Saint David
College Road
Carmarthen
SA31 3EP