Modules

Year 1 You’ll build a strong foundation in civil engineering principles and their role in business, society and sustainability 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, alongside an understanding of 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, applying your learning to real-world scenarios. 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 will apply your knowledge to more complex civil engineering and construction management tasks and deepen your understanding of structural analysis, soil and fluid mechanics and reinforced concrete design, while learning advanced construction methods and technologies. Specialist modules in construction project management and computational mechanics introduce you to planning techniques, lifecycle management and numerical modelling, giving you the skills to analyse and simulate engineering problems. Group projects and practical sessions ensure you apply theory to real-world scenarios. Core modules Construction Methods and Technology Construction Project Management Structural Analysis Concrete Technology and Design of Reinforced Concrete Structures Fluid and Soil Mechanics Computational Mechanics Optional Placement Year By choosing a salaried placement after your second year 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. This enhances your employability and confidence, giving you a competitive edge when starting your career. Year 3 You will focus on advanced design and construction management, tailoring your studies through specialist options. Core modules cover steel structure design, construction management, project planning and analysis, and an integrated approach to structural design, combining technical and managerial expertise. You’ll work on multidisciplinary projects, including a group design challenge and the design and building of a small-scale structure. Option modules allow you to specialise, tailoring your learning with your career goals. Core modules Design of Steel Structures Integrated Approach to Design of Structures Project Planning and Analysis Construction Management Options* Dynamics of Structures Building Information Modelling Building Pathology and Life Care Applied Hydraulics Sustainable Construction Final year You’ll undertake a major individual research project and develop advanced expertise in project and construction management. Core modules focus on Project Management for Construction, equipping you with strategic planning and leadership skills, and the MEng Individual Project, where you’ll demonstrate independent research and critical analysis. You’ll also tailor your learning through option modules allowing you to specialise in cutting-edge areas of civil engineering and construction management while preparing for Chartered Engineer status. Core modules MEng Individual Project Project Management for Construction Options* Bridge Loads and Analysis Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering Dynamics of Structures with Earthquake Engineering Applications Project Risk and Financial Analysis Sustainable Construction Wave Mechanics and Structural Loading Random Vibration of Structures Repair and Strengthening of Existing Reinforced Concrete Structures Transport Modelling for Civil Engineering Applications *Option modules are indicative and may change, depending on timetabling and staff availability.