Civil Engineering with a Foundation Year - BEng (Hons)
Bachelor's degree
In Birmingham
Description
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Type
Bachelor's degree
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Location
Birmingham
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Duration
4 Years
Much of your learning activity will be hands-on, with access to our strong industry links. You’ll also be provided with the latest CAD software, meaning you’ll be well equipped to make an impact in an important industry.
The Foundation Year course option enables you to study for our BEng (Hons) degree over an extended full-time duration of four years by including a Foundation Certificate (year one of four) in your studies. The Foundation Certificate provides a broad study programme that underpins the follow-on degree. In order to progress to the next year of the degree, it is necessary to achieve a pass in all modules of the Foundation Certificate.
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About this course
Civil engineers build power stations, bridges and motorways; our course will prepare you to work on these projects. You will focus on hydraulics, examining how water flows and drives turbines, and your studies will be enhanced through site visits, field trips and guest lectures.
On this course you will develop the key transferable skills that modern employers require, such as problem solving, project planning, presentation and communication. Our strong links to industry enable you to apply your learning to problem-based scenarios, ensuring your intellectual and practical competencies are fully developed.
You’ll experience a unique simulated workplace and work towards a successful career as a chartered civil engineer.
OpportUNIty: Student Jobs on Campus ensures that our students are given a first opportunity to fill many part-time temporary positions within the University. This allows you to work while you study with us, fitting the job around your course commitments. By taking part in the scheme, you will gain valuable experiences and employability skills, enhancing your prospects in the job market.
GCSE English language and mathematics at grade C/4 or above/li
Equivalent level 2 qualifications can be accepted.
Must have been achieved at the point of enrolment
See level 3 entry under Irish Leaving Certificate for full details
English language and mathematics at grade C or above
Must have been achieved at the point of enrolment
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Subjects
- Industry
- Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Successfully
- Mathematical
- Hydraulics
- Drainage
- Individual
- Advanced
- Analysis
Course programme
In order to complete this course a student must successfully complete all the following CORE modules (totalling 120 credits).
- Mathematics for Engineers 1
- Mathematics for Engineers 2
- Practical Skills 1
- Practical Skills 2
- Engineering Science 1
- Engineering Science 2
In order to complete this course a student must successfully complete all the following CORE modules (totalling 120 credits).
- Engineering Principles 1
- Engineering Principles 2
- Mathematical Modelling 1
- Mathematical Modelling 2
- Engineering Practice20 credits
- Integrated Engineering Project
In order to complete this course a student must successfully complete all the following CORE modules (totalling 120 credits).
- Structures I
- Soil Mechanics
- Numerical Analysis
- Civil Engineering Materials
- Civil Engineering Applications
- Integrated Digital Design for Complex Structures
In order to complete this course a student must successfully complete all the following CORE modules (totalling 120 credits).
- Hydraulics and Drainage
- Geotechnical Engineering
- Structures II
- Advanced Analysis and Design Methods
- Individual Honours Project
Additional information
Study mode: Full Time (4 years), Sandwich (5 years)
International students
Award: BEng (Hons) Starting: Sep 2021
Mode - Full Time
Duration - 4 years
Fees - £13,200 per year
Civil Engineering with a Foundation Year - BEng (Hons)