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Solve the structural engineering problems of tomorrows world. Ranked in the UK top 20 and 3rd in Scotland for overall satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2021.
This degree offers a thorough grounding in the major branches of Civil Engineering but with a focus on aspects most relevant to Structural Engineering. The aims of the programme are similar to those for Civil Engineering but with a stronger emphasis on the analysis, skills and knowledge appropriate to Structural Engineering design. In addition, this degree aims to cultivate skills for the creative development...
Solve the structural engineering problems of tomorrows world. Ranked in the UK top 20 and 3rd in Scotland for overall satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2021.<br/><br/>This degree offers a thorough grounding in the major branches of Civil Engineering but with a focus on aspects most relevant to Structural Engineering. The aims of the programme are similar to those for Civil Engineering but with a stronger emphasis on the analysis, skills and knowledge appropriate to Structural Engineering design. In addition, this degree aims to cultivate skills for the creative development of designs for construction projects. An unrivalled range of specialist options is available in Year 5 and students complete a professional design project.<br/><br/>We are ranked in the UK top 20 and 3rd in Scotland for overall satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2021. All Structural Engineering degrees are supported by the Civil Engineering Industry Advisory Committee, which includes representatives from major multi-national employers offering advice, guidance and work placement opportunities.<br/><br/>In Year 1, you have the opportunity to visit a range of construction sites and experience guest lectures from professional engineers.<br/><br/>In Year 2, you have the opportunity to participate in Constructionarium, which provides hands-on construction working alongside professional engineers and tradesmen to construct scaled down versions of bridges, buildings, dams and civil engineering projects from all around the world.<br/><br/>There is flexibility to transfer between Civil Engineering and Structural Engineering degrees in Years 1, 2 and 3.<br/><br/>In Year 4, students undertake a week long collaborative design project working with students from across the built environment disciplines or can apply to study at a partner institution in Europe or North America.<br/><br/>In Year 5, students have the opportunity to participate in a field trip to Barcelona, looking at the design of some of the worlds’ most iconic structures.<br/><br/>Students on this programme also have the opportunity to apply for an Inter-Campus transfer to Dubai or Malaysia. <br/><br/>Accredited by the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE), Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation (CIHT) and Institute of Highway Engineers (IHE) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
Heriot-Watt is ranked 256th in the world and 32nd in the UK (QS World University Rankings 2025). They have been producing future-ready graduates for over 200 years and are placed 1st in Scotland and 4th in the UK for graduate employability (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2023).
The university’s Edinburgh campus is situated on 380 acres of parkland, located just outside of the city centre, with great travel links to the rest of Scotland and the UK. Plus, you’ll get a £1,500 no-strings-attached bursary that you can spend on travelling home or whatever you like.
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Heriot-Watt is ranked 256th in the world and 32nd in the UK (QS World University Rankings 2025). They have been producing future-ready graduates for over 200 years and are placed 1st in Scotland and 4th in the UK for graduate employability (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2023).<br/> <br/>The university’s Edinburgh campus is situated on 380 acres of parkland, located just outside of the city centre, with great travel links to the rest of Scotland and the UK. Plus, you’ll get a £1,500 no-strings-attached bursary that you can spend on travelling home or whatever you like.<br/> <br/>Register today for your Heriot-Watt Priority Pass to make sure you are first in line when Clearing opens, or to chat with their friendly team.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
5 Years
Start Date
09/09/2024
Campus
Edinburgh Campus
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
H241
Institution Code
H24
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherInternational Baccalaureate Diploma Programme30 with Mathematics at Higher Level 5 for entry to Year 1. For entry to Year 2: 35 points with Mathematics at Higher Level 6. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DMM in relevant engineering course for entry to Year 1. For entry to Year 2: DDM in a relevant engineering course. GCSE/National 4/National 5It is also a requirement of every applicant to have English and Mathematics at a minimum of National 5 Grade C or GCSE Grade C or 4 (or equivalent) Scottish Advanced HigherScottish HNCPass HNC in a relevant subject with B in graded unit and at least SCQF level 7 mathematics for entry to Year 1. For Year 2 entry: HNC in a relevant subject with A in graded unit with at least SCQF level 7 mathematics. Scottish HNDPass For Year 2 entry: HND in a relevant subject with BB in graded units with at least SCQF level 7 mathematics. For Year 3 entry: HND in a relevant subject with AB in graded units with at least SCQF level 7 mathematics A levelB,B,C A,B,B including Mathematics at B for entry to Year 1. For entry to Year 2: ABB including Mathematics. T LevelWe will consider T Levels as suitable for entry to our degree programmes, however, certain subject requirements may be required for entry to specific programmes. Where this is not evident as part of the T Level studies, we may ask for additional qualifications. |
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