Program Overview

Overview

Course details

The University of Salford offers a BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering with Foundation Year program. This four-year full-time course is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in civil engineering principles, mathematics, and study skills.

Introduction

Civil engineers create, improve, and protect the environment and facilitate day-to-day life. This program aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills to successfully plan, manage, and implement major civil engineering projects, opening up exciting career opportunities.

Course Structure

The program consists of a foundation year and three years of study in civil engineering. The foundation year is designed to provide a broad introduction to engineering and build students' understanding of engineering situations and problem-solving.

Foundation Year

• Information Technology and Study Skills
• Mechanical Systems
• Engineering Methodology 1 and 2
• Energy and Power
• Experimental Methods

Year One - BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering

• Civil Engineering Mathematics 1
• Civil Engineering Materials and Geology
• Structures E3
• Civil Engineering Communication
• Civil Engineering Surveying
• Civil Engineering Construction

Year Two - BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering

• Civil Engineering Mathematics 2
• Soil Mechanics E2
• Structures E2
• Design and Construction Management
• Highway design and analysis
• Fluid Mechanics E2

Year Three - BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering

• Geotechnical Engineering E3
• Water Resources E3
• Structures E3
• Case Studies in Environmental Engineering
• Individual Project
• Professional Applications of Civil Engineering

Learning Experience

The program is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills to create the future infrastructure, buildings, and facilities that improve quality of life. Students will experience group projects, external guest lectures, placements, and a stimulating range of activities.

Industry Placement

Students will have the option to take an industry placement year between years two and three. This is an excellent way to enhance their CV, gain hands-on work experience, and build industry connections.

Facilities

Students will have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including the Heavy Structures Laboratory, Hydraulics Laboratory, Water Quality Laboratory, and Geotechnics Laboratory.

Employment and Stats

There is huge demand for civil engineers, both in the UK and worldwide. Graduates can expect to work in the built environment and construction industries, or in transport, utilities, or information technology sectors.

Requirements

• GCSE English Language and Mathematics at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent)
• 64 UCAS points
• A level: 64 UCAS points to include grade C in Mathematics, or a numerate science
• BTEC National Diploma: MPP for Engineering or science subjects, to include Merits in Mathematics modules
• Access to HE: Pass with 64 UCAS points from a QAA-approved Engineering or Science programme

Tuition Fees

• Full-time home: £8,505 for Foundation Year and £9,535 for subsequent years

Additional Costs

Students should consider further costs, including books, stationery, printing, binding, and general subsistence on trips and visits.

Related Courses

• BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering
• BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering
• BSc (Hons) Construction Project Management

Student Information

• Terms and conditions
• UCAS information: Course ID H201, Institution S03

How to Apply

Students can apply through UCAS or by contacting the university directly.