
Civil Engineering Beng (Hon)
Course Overview - Civil Engineering Beng (Hon)
Do you dream of building a suspension bridge or designing earthquake-proof buildings that save lives? Civil engineers imagine, design and create structures and the technical approaches necessary for realising large-scale projects that provide shelter, clean water, sanitation, transportation, energy security and safety from natural hazards. Our engineering students are taught by enthusiastic academic staff who use live site visits and laboratory work to reinforce your academic learning.
• Start your professional career from day one with a course accredited by the Instit...
Do you dream of building a suspension bridge or designing earthquake-proof buildings that save lives? Civil engineers imagine, design and create structures and the technical approaches necessary for realising large-scale projects that provide shelter, clean water, sanitation, transportation, energy security and safety from natural hazards. Our engineering students are taught by enthusiastic academic staff who use live site visits and laboratory work to reinforce your academic learning.<br/><br/><br/>• Start your professional career from day one with a course 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. Our BEng (Hons) is accredited by our professional institutions 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 graduate membership of the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) and Institution of Structural Engineers.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Immerse yourself in the real world of civil engineering through site visits, field trips and visiting lectures from leading Chartered Civil Engineers working on major projects.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Benefit from our £19 million Marine Building, which offers you opportunities to learn water engineering and coastal engineering. We offer major options in structural engineering and water management to equip you to specialise in design and flood risk management.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Explore our new engineering and design facility, which will benefit students in engineering, science and the arts alike. This new building houses a range of specialist equipment and innovative laboratories built to enhance your learning and experience here in Plymouth.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Learn from our teaching staff of professionally qualified experts with relevant experience from the civil engineering industry and researchers with national and international reputations. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Get ahead in your career by spending an optional placement year working as a paid student engineer, a great opportunity to further your knowledge and make important industry contacts.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Learn a host of design skills from problem solving to sustainable development, as well as developing the critical thinking that plays a key role in the work of a civil engineer, including interpreting and analysing data.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Develop your professional skills including communication, self-management, team working and leadership, all vital in pursuing a rewarding career.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Increase your employability by taking an extra-curricular HSE-recognised diving qualification (subject to availability).<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Study core subjects include engineering surveying, geotechnics, hydraulics, management, materials, and structural analysis.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Join our extensive network of Chartered Civil Engineer graduates from the University of Plymouth who now work at all levels in the industry both nationally and internationally.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Progress onto the MEng (Hons) Civil Engineering at the end of the second year, subject to achieving the required level of academic performance on the BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Our academic staff are keen to support and educate you with the skills and knowledge highly sought after by employers of our Plymouth Civil Engineering graduates.<br/><br/>
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
H200
Institution Code
P60
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
112
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 Higher
Considered in combination with Advanced Highers
Access to HE Diploma
Access to HE Diploma in Engineering / Maths related subject. Pass Access to HE Diploma with 33 Level 3 credits at Merit or Distinction, including 12 Level 3 credits at Distinction in Maths and 12 Level 3 credits at Merit in a second relevant subject
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
28
32
to include 4 in Higher Level Maths and be studying a second relevant subject. GCSE English and Maths accepted within.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDD
To include Distinction in Units: Unit 4: Mathematics for Engineering Technicians Unit 28: Further Mathematics for Engineering Technicians. OR From BTEC RQF National Extended Diploma, 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)
112 to 128 UCAS points to include H4 in Maths plus all applicants must be studying 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 Higher
112 to 128 points to include C in Advanced Higher Maths plus applicants must also be studying a second relevant Advanced Higher science subject.
Extended Project
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
A level
112 to 128 UCAS 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.
T Level
For up to date details, please contact the institution directly.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
C
This would be accepted in combination of other level 3 qualifications
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
C
This would be accepted in combination of other level 3 qualifications
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