Civil Engineering, BSc Hons

Civil engineering is one of the major international construction professions and provides students with opportunities to work for a wide range of employers and participate in many different types of work. This accredited programme, which is oriented towards a career as an incorporated engineer, has a stronger focus on applied civil engineering technology and design, and includes a higher proportion of group and individual project work than our BEng Hons programmes. The programme also develops technical, engineering and managerial skills, as on the BEng Hons programmes, but with assessment structures that recognise the particular focus of the programme.

Atkins, one of the UK's leading international engineering consultancies, and the Rochester Bridge Trust work closely with our two Professors of Civil Engineering to ensure that our students are taught the skills required to work in today's industry. The programme includes lectures and studio work, on an individual and group basis, together with laboratory investigations and a number of site visits. These offer students an insight into the work and fascinating challenges they will meet after graduation.

UCAS code

H202 M BSc/CE

School

Engineering

Location

Medway Campus

Attendance

3 years full-time
4 years sandwich
4 years part-time (2 years full-time equivalent)

Entry requirements

Applicants should have:

180 UCAS points FROM

EITHER A-levels, including mathematics and a physical science subject

OR a National Diploma in engineering at MMP

OR equivalent qualifications.

PLUS at least three GCSEs at grade C or above (including English, mathematics and science) or equivalent qualifications.

• A foundation year is available for students who do not meet the standard criteria for entry to this degree.

Assessment

Students are assessed through examinations, assignments and project work.

Professional recognition

This programme has been accredited by nominated professional bodies for registration as an incorporated engineer.

Career options

Graduates can find employment in contracting organisations, national and local government, including organisations such as the UK Environment Agency and the Highways Agency, consulting engineering companies, private infrastructure and utility companies or educational institutions.

Year 1

Mathematics (30 credits)
Hydraulics 1(15 credits)
Structures 1 (15 credits)
Communications, Social and Legal Studies (15 credits)
Civil Engineering Technology and Design (30 credits)
Principles of Management for Civil Engineers (15 credits)

Year 2

Hydraulics 2 (15 credits)
Structures 2 (15 credits)
Project Management and Technology (15 credits)
Design and Materials (30 credits)
Geotechnics and Geology (30 credits)
One option from: Computer-Aided Design 1; Computer-Aided Design 2 (15 credits)

Optional Sandwich Year (Work Placement)

Final Year

Individual Project (30 credits)
Project Management and Appraisal (15 credits)
Hydraulics 3 (15 credits)
Structures 3(15 credits)
Geotechnics (15 credits)
One option from: Water and Environment Management; Design of Concrete Structures; Bridge Design and Assessment (15 credits)
One option from: Group Design; Computer-Aided Design 2 (15 credits)

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