Civil and Environmental Engineering (with Foundation Year) - BEng(Hons)

University of the West of England, Bristol

Bachelor's degree

In Bristol

£ 9,250 + VAT

The best Engineering courses

See all

See all

Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Bristol

  • Start date

    Different dates available

Why BEng(Hons) Civil and Environmental Engineering?
Civil Engineers are creative problem solvers that tackle some of the biggest challenges the world faces. From the world's tallest buildings to resilient water supplies in developing countries, civil engineers work on the design, construction and maintenance of roads, bridges, buildings, flood defences and infrastructure. This puts them in a prime position to shape the world around us, protect and enhance our environment through the sustainable use of resources.
Why study our course?
You will study the broad spectrum of civil and environmental engineering ranging from structures to materials soil mechanics and hydraulics to risk management. This is taught through classroom sessions, laboratory practicals and field trips. Alongside this, you will develop vital professional skills in management; creative skills in design and practical skills in surveying, geographical information systems (GIS) and computer-aided design (CAD).
The department research themes in transport, flooding, bridges and sustainability enhances our teaching on the course. The degree is accredited, meaning with the relevant work experience, it forms your first step on the path to beoming an Incorporated Engineer. Or by completing a programme of accredited further learning you can work towards becoming a Chartered Engineer.
Real world experience
You will apply what you've learnt through a series of projects based on real world scenarios. Our partner employers provide placement opportunities as well as advice on CV-writing, interview techniques and industry issues. You will also get an inside track on the profession through site visits and professional briefings with industry leading organisations across the UK.
Where it can take you
Careers are varied with opportunities in the UK and overseas in areas such as structural design, water, power, road or railway infrastructure engineering, business planning and cost forecasting.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Bristol (Avon)
See map
Coldharbour Lane, BS16 1QY

Start date

Different dates availableEnrolment now open

About this course

Professional accreditation
We are currently seeking accreditation from:
Institution of Civil Engineers
The Institution of Structural Engineers
The Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation
Institute of Highway Engineers
Placements
Students who do a work placement are more likely to graduate with a better degree and get higher quality work on graduation. So as well as helping hone your professional skills, industry knowledge and network, a placement will make you highly employable on graduation.
Placements are available with our partner employers as well as organisations...

Questions & Answers

Add your question

Our advisors and other users will be able to reply to you

Who would you like to address this question to?

Fill in your details to get a reply

We will only publish your name and question

Reviews

Subjects

  • Engineering
  • Design
  • Environmental Engineering
  • Project
  • Teaching
  • Mechanics
  • Materials
  • Industry
  • Accredited
  • Learning Teaching
  • Bridges
  • Structural Design
  • Computer Aided Design
  • Information Systems
  • CAD
  • IT risk
  • Systems
  • Risk
  • Geographical Information Systems
  • Surveying
  • GIS
  • Risk Management

Course programme

Content

This course covers a broad spectrum of civil and environmental engineering including structures, materials and hydraulics, as well as hydrology and project management. These subjects are developed throughout the course and you will have the opportunity to specialise in your final year. Projects are used throughout the year to help develop your design skills and integrate subject knowledge.

Year 0 (Foundation Year)

You will study the following modules:

  • Engineering Experimentation
  • Foundation Group Project
  • Foundation Mechanics
  • Foundation Maths, Algebra and Calculus
  • Introduction to Mechatronics

You will study the Foundation Year alongside students from our other Engineering and Maths courses, and so you may be able to transfer to a course in one of these areas at the end of the Foundation Year.

The normal expectation is that you must pass all Year 0 modules before progressing to Year 1.

Year 1

You will study the following compulsory modules:

  • Mathematics and Engineering Principles
  • Surveying, Geographical Information Systems (GIS), Drawing and Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
  • Environmental Engineering Field Study
  • Engineering and Environmental Materials
  • Engineering Hydrology
  • Civil Engineering Technology and Design

Year 2

You will study the following compulsory modules:

  • Structural Design and Soil Mechanics
  • Project Management, Health and Safety Risk Management
  • Application of Mathematics for Civil and Environmental Engineering
  • Hydraulics and Engineering Applications

Plus one of the following optional modules:

  • Understanding Coastal Dynamics
  • Engineering Geology
  • Traffic Engineering Design

Optional Placement Year

Final Year

  • Final Year Project
  • Structural Analysis and Geotechnics
  • Design Project
  • Advanced Structural Modelling

You will select optional modules from the list below according to credit requirements:

  • Environmental Assessment
  • Coastal Management
  • Optional Placement
  • Traffic Safety and Management
  • Advanced Geographical Expedition
  • Strategic Issues in Engineering

The University continually enhances our offer by responding to feedback from our students and other stakeholders, ensuring the curriculum is kept up to date and our graduates are equipped with the knowledge and skills they need for the real world. This may result in changes to the course. If changes to your course are approved we will inform you.

Learning and Teaching

The structure of the course provides a balance between theory, practice and design. Project modules are designed to allow students to develop skills and apply knowledge through problem-based and work-based learning.

The teaching staff provide a friendly, enabling environment for learning. They are actively engaged in research or professional practice, ensuring you learn directly from the latest academic and business developments.

For more details see our full glossary of learning and teaching terms.

Assessment

Assessment is achieved through a balance of coursework and examinations. Examinations are held in either January or May/June. Coursework will include a variety of essays, reports, presentations, teamwork exercises and progress tests.

You are encouraged to do 'formative work' to prepare for assessments: this does not count towards your marks but the feedback you receive will help you to improve your performance. Support is available for students who have difficulties with numeracy, IT, literacy and study skills.

For more details see our full glossary of assessment terms.

See related categories

Civil and Environmental Engineering (with Foundation Year) - BEng(Hons)

£ 9,250 + VAT

The best Engineering courses

See all

See all