Civil Engineering Beng (Hon)

Civil engineers find creative ways to solve real-world problem by developing the physical infrastructure needed for society to exist – from bridges to houses, and from roads to hospitals and train stations. This course will develop your understanding of engineering principles, together with the ability to apply them to solve real-world practical problems.<br/><br/>Youll develop high-quality technical abilities alongside key people management skills. Through hands-on study youll develop an advanced mathematical understanding, which combined with theory, practical projects and work placement opportunities, will develop your skill set and professional networks. Youll gain an understanding of design, sustainability, health and safety and be ready to take on all of the challenges youll face as a professional Civil Engineer.<br/><br/>**Key Features**<br/><br/><br/>- **Industry-Standard Facilities** | Experience hands-on learning in our specialist facilities and workshops, including dedicated concrete, materials, hydraulics, geotechnical labs and structural testing equipment.<br/><br/><br/>- **Applied Projects** | Engage with our industry network through applied briefs set by major organisations. Students have previously worked with nmcn, Severn Trent Water and Nottingham City Council on project work.<br/><br/><br/>- **Professional Progression** | Take the first step in gaining Incorporated or Chartered status – this course is accredited as fully satisfying the educational base for an Incorporated Engineer (IEng) and partially satisfying the educational base for a Chartered Engineer (CEng).*<br/><br/><br/>- **Placement Year** | Gain vital skills and experience in the workplace by undertaking a one-year placement on our sandwich route. Previously, students have spent placements at companies such as VolkerFitzpatrick, BAM Nuttall and Buckingham Group Contracting Ltd.<br/><br/><br/>*A programme of accredited Further Learning, such as our MSc or MEng Civil Engineering courses will be required to complete the educational base for CEng. The JBM website provides further information and details of Further Learning programmes for CEng status.<br/><br/>**Key Statistics**<br/><br/><br/>- **Top 4 Ranking** | NTU is 4th for the number of year-long placement undergraduates studying Civil engineering (HESA, 2021/22)<br/><br/><br/>- **Top 2 Ranking** | NTU is the 2nd most sustainable university in the world (UI GreenMetric World University Rankings 2023)<br/><br/><br/>- **National Student Survey** | 100% of BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering full-time students are positive that their course has developed their knowledge and skills needed for the future (NSS, 2024)<br/><br/><br/>- **Outstanding Employability** | NTU are ranked 1st in the UK for employability (Uni Compare 2025)<br/>