MEng Civil Engineering (Integrated Masters)
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2025-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
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Civil Engineering (Integrated Masters) MEng
Overview
Embark on a career in civil engineering with our MEng Civil Engineering programme. This is an accelerated pathway endorsed by the Joint Board of Moderators for aspiring Incorporated Engineers (IEng).
- A fast track to the top of the civil engineering profession, covering much of the same ground as the BEng qualification, and equivalent to an MSc degree.
- Holistic Learning Approach. Blend theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience in the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of vital civil engineering infrastructures. This includes buildings, roads, bridges, and canals.
- Innovative Design Tools: Foster creativity and innovation by using advanced digital tools. You will use manufacturing suites, 3D printers, plasma and laser cutting machines, robotic arms, and clay printers. This will enable you to translate imaginative concepts into tangible specifications for civil engineering structures and systems.
Entry Requirements
Academic requirements
- 120 UCAS points from an equivalent Level 3 qualification listed on the UCAS tariff calculator , including:
- A Levels in at least two subjects. Must have A Level in Mathematics and Physics Grade C.
- BTEC Extended Diploma - DDM in a relevant topic. Must include Merit in both Mathematics and Further Mathematics
- T Levels in a relevant subject
- International Baccalaureate – 24 points including a minimum of 15 points at Higher Level, must have 5 points in Mathematics at HL.
We also welcome applications from students who are taking Level 3 or higher qualifications not on the UCAS tariff calculator and will assess the suitability, on a case by case basis.
In addition to one of the above, you should have:
- GCSE English Grade 4/C or Level 2 Functional Skills in English
- GCSE Mathematics Grade 4/C or Level 2 Functional Skills in Mathematics
International Qualifications
We accept a wide range of European and international qualifications in addition to A-levels, the International Baccalaureate and BTEC qualifications. Please visit our International page for full details.
English Language requirements
IELTS 6.0 with a minimum of 6.0 in Writing and Speaking; 5.5 in Reading and Listening (or recognised equivalent).
If you do not meet the academic English language requirements for your course, you may be eligible to enrol onto a Pre-sessional English course. The length of the course will depend on your current level of English and the requirements for your degree programme. We offer a 5-week and an 11-week pre- sessional course.
Fees, funding and additional costs
UK/Home students
You don't need to pay the fees upfront.
Find out more about paying your fees.
Fee status after Brexit
EU, EEA and Swiss Nationals starting a course from September 2021, will no longer be eligible for Home fees.
However, such nationals benefitting from Settled Status or Citizens' Rights may become eligible for Home fees as and when the UK Government confirms any new fee regulations.
Further information can be found at UKCISA.
*Tuition fees are subject to annual change. Fees for future years will be published in due course.
Funding
UK fee status holders
Find out all the ways you can receive funding for your studies:
- Government funding
- UEL funding
- External funding
The Student Money Advice and Rights Team (SMART) are here to help you navigate your finances while you are a student at the University of East London.
We can give you advice, information and guidance on government and university funds so that you receive your full funding entitlement.
- Phone: , Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm
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International fee status holders
Find out all the ways you can receive funding for your studies:
- UEL scholarships
- Ways to pay
Our International team at UEL are available for advice and guidance on studying in London, fees, scholarships and visa requirements.
- Email:
Additional costs
Depending on the programme of study, there may be extra costs which are not covered by tuition fees, which students will need to consider when planning their studies.
Tuition fees cover the cost of your teaching, assessment and operating University facilities such as the library, IT equipment and other support services. Accommodation and living costs are not included in our fees.
Textbooks
Our libraries are a valuable resource with an extensive collection of books
and journals as well as first-class facilities and IT equipment. You may
prefer to, or be required to, buy your own copy of key textbooks.
Computer equipment
There are open-access networked computers available across the University,
plus laptops available to loan. You may find it useful to have your own PC,
laptop or tablet which you can use around campus and in halls of residences.
Free WiFi is available on each of our campuses.
Printing
In the majority of cases, coursework can be submitted online. There may be
instances when you will be required to submit work in a printed format.
Printing and photocopying costs are not included in your tuition fees.
Travel
Travel costs are not included but we do have a free intersite bus service
which links the campuses and halls of residence.
For this course, you will be:
- involved in processes of making, as a means of exploration, experimentation, and understanding your practice, by using a diverse range of media and materials
- required to purchase your own copy of books, for required reading
- required to produce physical artefacts for assessment
- able to participate in optional study visits and/or field trips
However, over and above this you may incur extra costs associated with your studies, which you will need to plan for.
In order to help you budget, the information below indicates what activities and materials are not covered by your tuition fees:
- personal laptops and other personal devices
- personal copies of books
- optional study visits and field trips (and any associated visa costs)
- printing costs
- your own chosen materials and equipment
- costs of participating at external events, exhibitions, performances etc.
The costs vary every year and with every student, according to the intentions for the type of work they wish to make. Attainment at assessment is not dependent upon the costs of materials chosen.
For the 2018/19 academic year these were typically:
- Compulsory field trip (at levels 4): £300 - £400 per student
- Optional field trip (at L6): £500
Course modules
Year 1
- Mental Wealth; Professional Life 1 Core Module
- Engineering Materials Core Module
- Applied Mathematics & Computing Core Module
- Thermofluids Core Module
- Engineering Mechanics Core Module
- Land and Construction Surveying Core Module
Year 2
- Advanced Mathematics and Modelling Core Module
- Structural Analysis and Element Design Core Module
- Ground Engineering Core Module
- Engineering Surveying Core Module
- Water Engineering Core Module
- Optional placement Optional Module
Year 3
- Capstone Project Core Module
- Structural Engineering Core Module
- Geotechnical Engineering Core Module
- Transport Infrastructure Engineering Core Module
Year 4
- Mental Wealth: Professional Life (Engineering Management) Core Module
- Applied Research and Engineering Practice II Core Module
- Structural Dynamics and Stability Core Module
- Design in Steel and Concrete Core Module
- Highway and Railway Engineering Core Module
- Environmental Sustainable Engineering & Logistics Core Module
- Soil Structure Engineering Core Module
- Intelligent Transport Systems Core Module
Your future career
With an integrated masters like the MEng degree in civil engineering, you'll be well on your way to a successful career. The high quality of our teaching on the course is widely recognised, and the constant input from industry professionals ensures your qualification will be extremely relevant to employers. Our Industrial Advisory Board plays a crucial part in regulating your study. This 15-strong board of industry professionals will also watch and ask questions as you present your team project. You might decide to specialise as a hydraulic engineer, a structural engineer, or a geotechnical engineer. Others have chosen to work in other professional areas, such as finance, education, marketing and housing.
How we support your career ambitions
We offer dedicated careers support, and further opportunities to thrive, such as volunteering and industry networking. Our courses are created in collaboration with employers and industry to ensure they accurately reflect the real-life practices of your future career as a civil engineer and provide you with the essential skills needed. You can focus on building interpersonal skills through group work and benefit from our investment in the latest cutting-edge technologies and engineering facilities.
How you'll learn
When not attending timetabled lectures or workshops, you will be expected to continue learning independently through self-study. This will typically involve skills development through online study, reading journal articles and books, working on individual and group projects and preparing coursework assignments and presentations. Your independent learning is supported by a range of excellent facilities including online resources, specialist facilities, such as game labs, the library, the full Microsoft Office software, including MS Teams, and Moodle: our Virtual Learning Environment.
How you'll be assessed
Assessment tasks are mainly spread across the year to make the workload manageable. Assessment methods include group work, exams and individual work including essays, presentations, case studies, professional development and practical activities depending on the nature of the course. All grades count towards your module mark. More details will be included in the student handbook and module guides. You will always receive detailed feedback outlining your strengths and how you can improve. We aim to provide feedback on assessments within 15 working days, although you will receive immediate feedback following many of our face-to-face assessments.
Campus and facilities
Our waterfront campus in the historic Royal Docks provides a modern, well- equipped learning environment.
Join us and you'll be able to make the most of our facilities including contemporary lecture theatres and seminar rooms, art studios and exhibition spaces, audio and visual labs and a multimedia production centre.
Features include our 24/7 Docklands library, our £21m SportsDock centre, a campus shop and bookstore, the Children's Garden Nursery, cafés, eateries, a late bar, plus Student Union facilities, including a student lounge.
The University of East London is one of the few London universities to provide on-campus accommodation. Our Docklands Campus Student Village houses close to 1,200 students from around the world. We are well connected to central London and Canary Wharf, with London City Airport just across the water. We also run a free bus service that connects Docklands with Stratford campuses.
Who teaches this course
This course is delivered by the School of Architecture, Computing and Engineering.
The teaching team includes qualified academics, practitioners and industry experts as guest speakers. Full details of the academics will be provided in the student handbook and module guides.
- Course leader
Dr Meghdad Bagheri
Department of Engineering & Construction, School Of Architecture, Computing And Engineering
- Course leader
Arya Assadi Langroudi
Department of Engineering & Construction, School Of Architecture, Computing And Engineering
Official student data from Discover Uni
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72%say staff value students views and opinions about the course
Data for courses in Civil engineering at The University of East London
89%of students say teaching staff have supported their learning well.
Data for courses in Civil engineering at The University of East London
70%in work or doing further study 15 months after the course.
Data for courses in Civil engineering at The University of East London
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Statistics for MEng Civil Engineering (Integrated Masters) Degree, full time
72%say staff value students views and opinions about the course
Data for courses in Civil engineering at The University of East London
89%of students say teaching staff have supported their learning well.
Data for courses in Civil engineering at The University of East London
70%in work or doing further study 15 months after the course.
Data for courses in Civil engineering at The University of East London
For more official course information visit Discover Uni
See course data
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Statistics for MEng Civil Engineering (Integrated Masters) Degree, full time
What our students and staff say
The MEng is for more academically able students. It's very similar to the BEng but takes you further so you can go on to work towards Chartered Engineering status. There is an extra emphasis on teamwork and integrated design work."
Dr Arya Assadi Langroudi
Associate Professor
Studying at UEL was the best decision I've ever made. The subject can be challenging but the diverse nature of the University means that you can network successfully to find those with a similar level of knowledge and experience to yourself."
Adrian Pettigrew
Civil Engineering, BSc (Hons)
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