Do you want to protect coastal communities from the threat of flooding? Are you interested in how engineers think about the sustainability of our coastlines and the consequences of climate change? Would you like to design large structures that withstand the strength of storms and the sea? Our Coastal Engineers graduate with the skills and knowledge of a Civil Engineer combined with specialist skills for designing and creating infrastructure that functions in the coastal environment.
This professionally accredited course allows you the flexibility to change to other civil en...
Do you want to protect coastal communities from the threat of flooding? Are you interested in how engineers think about the sustainability of our coastlines and the consequences of climate change? Would you like to design large structures that withstand the strength of storms and the sea? Our Coastal Engineers graduate with the skills and knowledge of a Civil Engineer combined with specialist skills for designing and creating infrastructure that functions in the coastal environment.<br/><br/>This professionally accredited course allows you the flexibility to change to other civil engineering programmes. We offer a mentoring scheme that puts you in touch with our professional network of alumni. You can also enhance your professional competence by choosing to take a year in industry. You will receive support and inspiration from enthusiastic academic staff from the day you arrive through to your joining our exciting profession as a graduate Plymouth Engineer.<br/><br/><br/>- In the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU), also known as the Shanghai Ranking we are eighth out of 50, and the highest ranked UK university, for Marine/Ocean Engineering.<br/><br/><br/>- Distinguish yourself professionally with an accredited degree. Our BEng (Hons) is accredited by the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE), Institute of Highway Engineers (IHE), The Chartered Institution of Highways & Transportation and the Permanent Way Institution on behalf of the Engineering Council, for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer (IEng) and partly meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng). Youll qualify for membership of the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) and Institution of Structural Engineers.<br/><br/><br/>- Benefit from our £19 million Marine Building, where you’ll find facilities for teaching water and coastal engineering. You’ll be taught modules in coastal engineering and water management, preparing you to specialise in design or flood risk management.<br/><br/><br/>- Students in engineering, science and the arts will have access to a range of specialist equipment and innovative laboratories in our new engineering and design facility.<br/><br/><br/>- Lay strong foundations for a successful career using our extensive industry links to secure a paid, one-year work placement. Gain the confidence, real-world know-how and vital industry experience employers are looking for.<br/><br/><br/>- Learn a host of design skills from problem solving to sustainable development, as well as enhancing the critical thinking that plays a key role in the work of a civil engineer.<br/><br/><br/>- Work with the latest industry-standard software, in our high specification laboratories. You’ll develop a strong understanding of fundamental principles, while honing your skills at the same time.<br/><br/><br/>- Learn from professionally qualified experts with relevant experience from the civil engineering industry, and researchers with national and international reputations. <br/><br/><br/>- Increase your employability by taking an extra-curricular Health and Safety Executive (HSE), recognised diving qualification (subject to availability).<br/><br/><br/>- Progress onto MEng (Hons) Civil and Coastal Engineering at the end of the second year, subject to achieving the required level of academic performance on the BEng (Hons).<br/><br/><br/>- Develop your professional skills including communication, self-management, team working and leadership so you’re ready to hit the ground running in your future career.<br/><br/><br/>- Learn in a progressive environment, the University of Plymouth is a recipient of the Athena Bronze award, in recognition of advancing the careers of women scientists and engineers. <br/><br/><br/>- You will receive support and inspiration from enthusiastic academic staff from the day you arrive through to your joining our exciting profession as a graduate Plymouth Engineer. <br/>
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Sandwich
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
15/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Application deadline
Provider Details
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Course Code
H255
Institution Code
P60
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 4
A level112 to 128 points from a minimum 2 A Levels to include Grade C at A Level Maths plus applicants must also be studying a second relevant subject: ICT, Applied Science, Biology, Chemistry, Computing, Product Design, Electronics, Engineering, Environmental Science, Geography, Geology, Further Maths, Use of Maths, Statistics, Music Technology, Physics, Technology and Design. UCAS Tariff112 128 from a minimum of 2 A Levels to include Grade C at A Level Maths plus applicants must be studying a second relevant subject: ICT, Applied Science, Biology, Chemistry, Computing, Product Design, Electronics, Engineering, Environmental Science, Geography, Geology, Further Maths, Use of Maths, Statistics, Music Technology, Physics, Technology and Design. Scottish HigherConsidered in combination with Advanced Highers Access to HE DiplomaEngineering/Maths related Access: Pass Access with 45 credits at Level 3 to include 21 in Maths with Distinction plus a further 12 credits in a second relevant subject at Merit or above International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme28 32 to include 4 at Higher Level Maths and studying a second relevant subject. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDD From 18 unit Engineering Extended Diploma: To include Distinction in Units: Unit 4: Mathematics for Engineering Technicians Unit 28: Further Mathematics for Engineering Technicians. OR From the new National Extended Diploma: To include Distinction in Units: Unit 1: Engineering Principles Unit 7: Calculus to solve Engineering Problems Unit 8: Further Engineering Mathematics. Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H2,H2,H3,H3,H3 112 to 128 UCAS points to include H3 in Maths and a second relevant science subject at Higher Level. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Considered in a related subject in combination with A Level Maths Scottish Advanced Higher112 to 128 points to include D at Advanced Highers Maths plus a second relevant science subject at Advanced Highers Extended ProjectAccepted in combination Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)accepted in combination Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)Considered in combination Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)Considered in combination Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Considered in combination AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies (Core Maths)Considered in combination alongside A Level Maths and second relevant subject OCR Certificate in Quantitative Reasoning (MEI) (Core Maths)Considered in combination alongside A Level Maths and second relevant subject OCR Certificate in Quantitative Problem Solving (MEI) (Core Maths)Considered in combination alongside A Level Maths and second relevant subject Pearson Edexcel Certificate in Mathematics in Context (Core Maths)Considered in combination alongside A Level Maths and second relevant subject WJEC Eduqas Certificate in Mathematics for Work and Life (Core Maths)Considered in combination alongside A Level Maths and second relevant subject City & Guilds Certificate in Using and Applying Mathematics (Core Maths)Considered in combination alongside A Level Maths and second relevant subject T LevelFor up to date details, please contact the institution directly. |
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