Program Overview

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Overview of the Civil Engineering MEng Program

The Civil Engineering MEng program at Brunel University London is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in civil engineering, preparing them for a rewarding and challenging career in the field. The program aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to design, construct, and maintain features of the natural and built environment.

Key Information

• Course code: H2P0 (H2P1 with placement)
• Start date: September
• Placement available: Yes
• Mode of study: 4 years full-time, 5 years full-time with placement
• Fees: Ł9,535 (UK), Ł21,795 (International) for the 2026/27 academic year

Course Content

The program is structured to provide a broad-based first year, studying a range of engineering disciplines. In the second year, the focus shifts to core civil engineering subjects such as material science, structural analysis, hydraulics, and surveying. The third year offers the option to specialize in environmental engineering or flood and coastal engineering, while the fourth (master's) year delves deeper into advanced design, materials, and project management.

Year 1 Modules

• Engineering Mathematics and Programming I
• Engineering Mathematics and Programming II
• Engineering Practice
• Engineering Systems and Energy I
• Engineering Systems and Energy II
• Engineering Mechanics - Statics
• Engineering Mechanics and Materials

Year 2 Modules

• Construction Material and Sustainability
• Civil Engineering Toolbox and Surveying
• Design Project
• Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulics
• Reinforced Concrete Design
• Soil Mechanics
• Structural Analysis
• Engineering Mechanics and Materials II

Year 3 Modules

• Design of Steel and Timber Structures
• Geotechnical Engineering
• Integrated Design Project
• Project Planning, Procurement and Risk
• Resilient Infrastructure and Transport
• Final Year Individual Project
• Computational Structural Analysis

Year 4 Modules

• Advanced Construction Materials and Building Retrofitting
• Advanced Construction Materials and Structural Retrofitting
• Civil Engineering with Artificial Intelligence
• Geo-environmental Engineering
• Project Management
• Structural Dynamics and Seismic Design
• Year-long Group Project

Careers and Your Future

Graduates from the Civil Engineering MEng program will be capable of addressing the needs of society and business, deploying appropriate engineering methods and technologies, and working effectively in multidisciplinary teams. The program is accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM), meeting the educational base required for an Incorporated Engineer (IEng) and partially meeting the requirements for a Chartered Engineer (CEng).

Entry Requirements

UK Entry Requirements

• A minimum of five GCSEs, including Mathematics grade C or 4 and English Language grade C or 4.
• A-level: Standard offer ABB, including Mathematics and one of the following subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Geology, Environmental Science, Environment Studies, Computer Science, Electronics, or Design and Technology.
• BTEC National Extended Diploma: Standard offer DDD in Engineering, Electronic and Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering.
• International Baccalaureate Diploma: 31 points, including 5 in Higher Level Mathematics and 5 in one of the following subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, Geography, or Design Technology.

EU and International Entry Requirements

• English language requirements: IELTS 6.0 (min 5.5 in all areas), Pearson 59 (59 in all sub-scores), BrunELT 58% (min 55% in all areas), TOEFL 77 (min R18, L17, S20, W17).
• Country-specific requirements apply; please check the university's admissions pages for more information.

Fees and Funding

• UK: Ł9,535 full-time, Ł1,385 placement year.
• International: Ł21,795 full-time, Ł1,385 placement year.
• Scholarships and discounts available for eligible students.

Teaching and Learning

The program uses a combination of lectures, tutorials, seminars, laboratory classes, and project work. Assessments include individual and group assignments, exams, and a final year dissertation project. The university offers support services, including the Student Support and Welfare Team, to help students throughout their studies.

Assessment and Feedback

Assessments are designed to ensure that students achieve the learning outcomes of the program. Feedback is provided through various means, including coursework, examinations, and project work. The university uses a student representative system to gather feedback and improve the program.

Location of Study

The program is based at Brunel University London, located in Uxbridge, Middlesex. The university offers a range of facilities, including libraries, computer centers, and engineering laboratories.