12Jan
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Course summary
A Brighton Civil with Environmental Engineering MEng degree prepares you to design, plan and deliver infrastructure that supports communities while protecting the environment – from flood defenses and water treatment systems to sustainable transport and renewable energy projects. At Brighton you’ll become part of a welcoming, supportive community that helps you grow, no matter what your background. This integrated masters course combines advanced civil engineering knowledge with environmental expertise, giving you the confidence, technical skills and leadership tools to succeed at the highest level. Brighton graduates go on to work in civil and environmental engineering consultancies, construction firms, water companies and local or national government or progress to Chartered Engineer status and senior leadership roles. Top reasons to choose this course
- Accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM) – professional recognition for your degree.
- Fully meets the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng) – the MEng route provides the academic foundation for chartered status.
- Final year at masters level – develop leadership, project management and research skills through a major individual project and specialist modules.
- Excellent career prospects – Brighton civil engineering courses rank 2nd in the UK for student satisfaction and 12th for graduate prospects (Complete University Guide).
- Dual expertise – combine advanced civil engineering technical skills with construction management knowledge to give you a competitive edge.
- Industrial Advisory Board support – benefit from expert advice, networking opportunities and one-to-one meetings with professionals to help you plan your career and secure placements.
- Industry-focused learning – fieldwork, site visits and guest lectures from professionals.
- Specialist facilities – including concrete, hydraulics, soils and dynamics labs, plus a wave tank room.
- Learn Building Information Modelling (BIM) – gain a professional advantage with digital design skills.
- Placement opportunities – choose an optional paid placement year with employers such as Balfour Beatty, Mott MacDonald and South East Water.
Modules
Year 1 You’ll build a strong foundation in civil engineering principles and learn skills in surveying, structural analysis, material science, soil mechanics and engineering geology, supported by practical labs and fieldwork. Maths and statistics for engineering problem-solving are introduced, and you will explore professional practice, health and safety and environmental considerations. You’ll also take part in a group project linked to the Engineering for People Design Challenge. Core modules Land and Construction Surveying Structural and Stress Analysis Construction Materials Engineering Geology and Soil Mechanics Mathematics for Civil Engineering Civil Engineering Practice Year 2 You’ll deepen your understanding of structural behaviour, concrete technology, soil mechanics and hydraulics and develop advanced analytical and numerical modelling skills. Practical lab work and computational techniques help you apply theory to real engineering challenges. You can also explore environmental themes such as pollution control, climate change and sustainable resource management, alongside digital skills in GIS and remote sensing. You will grow your technical expertise and environmental awareness. Core modules Structural Analysis Concrete Technology and Design of Reinforced Concrete Structures Geotechnical Engineering 1 Hydraulics Computational Mathematics Options* Earth Surface Processes Environmental Pollution GIS and Remote Sensing Principles and Practice Optional Placement Year If you choose a salaried placement after year 2, you will gain hands-on experience in the civil engineering industry and apply your academic knowledge to real-world projects, develop technical and professional skills and build industry contacts. The placement enhances your employability and confidence to give you a competitive edge when starting your career. Year 3 You will focus on advanced design and environmental engineering and tailor your studies through specialist options. You’ll deepen your understanding of structural and geotechnical design, environmental assessment and integrated approaches to complex projects. Practical experience is central; you’ll work on multidisciplinary group projects and design-and-build tasks, testing your solutions in the lab. Option modules allow you to explore areas such as hydraulic systems, digital design technologies, water quality and climate resilience. Core modules Design of Steel Structures Integrated Approach to Design of Structures Geotechnical Engineering 2 Environmental Impact Assessment Options* Applied Hydraulics Advanced GIS and Remote Sensing Building Information Modelling Dynamics of Structures Sustainable Construction The Frozen Planet Water, Sanitation and Health Current Topics in Aquatic Environments Final year You’ll complete a major individual research project and develop advanced expertise in civil and environmental engineering. You’ll focus on project management and can specialise in areas like coastal and aquatic systems, water quality and recycling technologies, sustainable construction, environmental assessment and management and advanced geotechnical and structural design. This year equips you with high-level technical, analytical and leadership skills, preparing you for professional practice and progression toward Chartered Engineer status. Core modules MEng Individual Project Options* Wave Mechanics and Structural Loading Bridge Loads and Analysis Hydrology and Pollutant Transport Sustainable Construction Key Concepts in Environmental Assessment and Management Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering Dynamics of Structures with Earthquake Engineering Applications Random Vibration of Structures Transport Modelling for Civil Engineering Applications Applications in GIS Water Quality Assessment and Management Water Recycling Technology *Option modules are indicative and may change, depending on timetabling and staff availability.
How to apply
14Jan
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
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 120 - 136 points
A level - BBB - AAB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM - DDD
Access to HE Diploma - M: 24 credits
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 27 points
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H2, H2, H2, H3, H3
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5. in each element, or equivalent English Language qualification. |
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Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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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 | £17250 | Year 1 |
| International | £17250 | 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
The fees listed in the table above are for full-time UK undergraduate students in academic year 2025-26. You will pay further fees in each year of your course. Fees may increase each year. UK undergraduate and certain postgraduate fees are regulated by the UK government. The annual fee increase will not exceed the UK government's maximum regulated tuition fee limit set for the relevant academic year. Many of our courses include the option of a salaried placement year. Tuition fees for a placement year are charged at a lower rate of £1850. The international tuition fees listed above are for full-time courses during the academic year 2025-26. Further tuition fees are payable in each year of study. Non-regulated tuition fees, which usually apply to international students and UK postgraduate students* are subject to an annual increase of a maximum of 5% or the Consumer Prices Index (CPI), whichever is higher.
*Some designated postgraduate courses are regulated by the UK government – the annual fee increase for eligible UK / Home students on these designated courses will not exceed the UK government’s regulated tuition fee limit set for the relevant academic year.
Provider information
University of Brighton
Mithras House
Lewes Road
Brighton
BN2 4AT