Civil and Construction Engineering, BSc Hons
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2025-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
Civil and Construction Engineering, BSc Hons
This three-year degree programme will set you up for a rewarding career where you can develop knowledge and leadership skills to shape the future of societies and the environment we live in.
Course Overview
By joining this civil and construction engineering course, you'll become part of a university that's top-rated by the People & Planet University League for our outstanding environmental and ethical performance. You'll gain the skills and knowledge needed to design, build, and manage both small and large civil and construction projects, including major infrastructure. These skills will be developed through a hands-on, project-based learning approach, guided by our industry partners.
Our strong connections with the construction industry will help you develop essential technical and professional skills by working on real projects, giving you a head start in the job market.
Throughout the course, you'll build your knowledge step-by-step, studying core civil and construction topics like structural mechanics, hydraulics, geotechnics, materials, and construction management. You'll also tackle emerging challenges to improve humanity and the environment.
Our curriculum is research-informed and delivered by experts who are working on cutting-edge projects. This means you'll be well-prepared for the workplace. The programme aligns with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, focusing on affordable and clean energy, industry innovation and infrastructure, sustainable cities and communities, and climate action.
Course Structure
In your first year, you'll take core civil and construction engineering modules, along with modules common to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and computer engineering programmes. This broadens your understanding of the engineering profession and helps you develop technology integration skills through multi-disciplinary projects.
In the second year, you'll build on the knowledge and skills from the first year by taking essential core modules. By the third year, you'll apply what you've learned to real projects. Design elements are integrated throughout the programme, ensuring you gain practical experience at every stage.
Entry Requirements
UK Citizens and Permanent Residents
- 104 UCAS Tariff points which include one of the following:
- A Level: Mathematics
- BTEC National: Extended Diploma in an Engineering subject and must include both Mathematics units with one at Merit.
- A Level and BTEC National: Diploma/Extended Certificate in an Engineering subject and A Level Mathematics if Mathematics units for the BTEC National are not included.
- A Level and BTEC National: Diploma/Extended Certificate in Applied Science and A Level Mathematics.
- International Baccalaureate: 26 points overall including Higher Level Mathematics.
- Access to Higher Education Diploma: Engineering/Engineering Science.
- T Level: Design and Development for Engineering and Manufacturing or Engineering, Manufacturing, Process & Control at grade Pass (with A*-C on core).
Contextual Admissions
We make Contextual offers to this programme. Applicants that meet specific eligibility criteria will be made a contextual offer with a reduced tariff of up to 16 UCAS Tariff points. Other entry requirements such as GCSEs, Interview, etc., will still need to be met.
International Entry Requirements
The University of Greenwich accepts a broad range of international qualifications for admission to our courses.
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
| Cohort | Full-time | Part-time | Distance learning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home* | £9,535 | £2,384 per 30 credits | N/A |
| International | £17,500 | £4,375 per 30 credits | N/A |
Other Costs
- Safety equipment: Engineering students are provided with safety boots and protective headwear in addition to lab coats and non-prescription safety glasses. You'll be expected to pay for prescription safety glasses (approx. £90+) if you choose to purchase them.
- Field trips: The cost of field trips is activity dependant. Some are free, while others may require a contribution. You are not obliged to pay for field trips in order to complete your course.
- Professional memberships: The standard professional memberships attached to accredited courses are covered by your tuition fees. You are welcome to take up additional professional memberships at your own cost.
- Resources: Course texts and other study resources are available from the Drill Hall Library. You may wish to purchase your own copies. You also receive an allowance for printing costs, which you can top up if required.
Careers and Placements
Will I Have a Work Placement?
Students go to a range of companies and organisations of varying sizes for their placements, including large multi-national firms, clients, consultants, contractors, government agencies, and small to medium sized companies engaged in design, construction, maintenance and supply chain activities.
What Sort of Careers Do Graduates Pursue?
These courses are designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills to work as a professional engineer. Career options include roles in construction, the water industry, and environmental and coastal defence. You could also pursue postgraduate study.
Support and Advice
Academic Skills and Study Support
We are ambitious for all our students and we want you to make the most of your time with us. You can access support to improve your study skills through your tutor, our subject librarians and our online academic skills centre.
Support from the Department
Students within the Faculty of Engineering and Science have a Retention and Success Officer (RSO) whose role it is to provide an additional layer of support for student engagement, and provision for extenuating circumstances, withdrawals and interruptions, Faculty level resit and Personal Development Planning enquiries. The University wide STAART (AccessAbility Retention and Transition) programme encourages and supports students with a disability, providing support for disabled students.
Accommodation
Medway Campus in Kent
Our Medway halls of residence are all located on-campus, with facilities include an on-site café, launderette and bar. And the halls are located within minutes of the historic Chatham dockyard and Chatham and Gillingham town centres.
With student-run social events, modern ensuite rooms and communal shared spaces, you’ll find that living in halls of residence will be a highlight of your University of Greenwich experience.
Rooms start at £172.06/wk and include Wi-Fi, utility bills and 24-hour residential support. Our Medway accommodation boasts 350 rooms with 24/7 security, and resident car parking permits are available.
