Civil Engineering with a Year Abroad Meng (Hon)

Civil engineering is about shaping the built and natural environments in which we live. It is a broad discipline that improves many aspects of our everyday lives, from the provision of safe drinking water to the development of earthquake-resistant structures, while also protecting our natural environment.<br/><br/>Civil engineers will play a crucial role in tackling climate change and leading sustainable development.<br/><br/>Exploring topics such as geotechnics, energy systems and professional engineering practice, this course will provide you with a strong foundation in engineering science and technology. You will then have the option to tailor your studies to suit your interests through a range of specialist modules, or continue with a broad programme.<br/><br/>In your final year, youll complete an integrated year abroad at one of our partner universities and challenge yourself in a different academic and cultural environment.<br/><br/>Throughout this course, youll integrate theory and practice and apply the knowledge you have gained in class to the real world. You will participate in a number of field trips, including practical land surveying and a geology field course, and Constructionarium, where youll work in teams to construct scaled-down versions of well-known buildings, bridges, dams and other civil engineering projects.<br/><br/>You will also benefit from our departments strong industry links and teaching and research facilities, which include a range of testing rigs, extensive computing provision, tension and compression machines, and wave generators and tanks.<br/><br/>At the end of this course, youll have fully met the educational requirements for professional registration and taken the first step to becoming a Chartered Engineer.<br/><br/>**Professional accreditation**<br/><br/>This degree is accredited on behalf of the Engineering Council by the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM), comprising:<br/><br/><br/>- Institution of Civil Engineers<br/><br/><br/>- Institution of Structural Engineers<br/><br/><br/>- Institute of Highway Engineers<br/><br/><br/>- Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation<br/><br/><br/>- Permanent Way Institution<br/><br/><br/>With this integrated Master’s degree, you’ll fully meet the educational requirements for professional registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng).<br/><br/>With a professionally accredited degree, you’ll be able to demonstrate to employers that you have achieved an industry-recognised standard of competency. Professional accreditation also provides international recognition of your qualifications, which you can use to launch a career abroad.<br/><br/>Becoming a Chartered Engineer can further enhance your career prospects and earning potential. It demonstrates your competencies and commitment to lifelong learning – providing you with recognition in your field and greater influence and opportunities.