Program Overview

Overview

Course Overview

The BEng Civil Engineering course at The University of Manchester is a three-year program that provides students with a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of engineering science, analysis, and management. The course aims to equip students with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to enter the civil engineering profession.

Entry Requirements

A-Level

• AAA including Mathematics, Physics, and one other subject.
• We are willing to consider applicants without Physics if they have studied Further Mathematics; applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

International Baccalaureate

• 36 points overall with 6,6,6 at Higher Level, including Mathematics, Physics, and one other subject.
• We accept Mathematics: analysis and approaches or Mathematics: applications and interpretation.

GCSE/IGCSE

• Applicants must demonstrate a broad general education, typically five GCSEs/IGCSEs, including acceptable levels of literacy and numeracy, equivalent to at least Grade C/4 in GCSE/IGCSE English Language and Mathematics.
• GCSE/IGCSE English Literature will not be accepted in lieu of GCSE/IGCSE English Language.

Other Entry Requirements

• Scottish Advanced Highers are normally required in one of the following combinations:
  • Three Advanced Highers with grades AAA, including Mathematics and Physics.
  • Two Advanced Highers with grades AA in Mathematics and Physics and two Highers with grades AA in additional subjects.
• Welsh Baccalaureate: The University welcomes and recognises the value of the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma/Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate and consider this alongside two A-levels or equivalent.
• Foundation year: The University recognises a number of foundation programmes as suitable for entry to this undergraduate programme.
• Pearson BTEC qualifications: We consider the National Extended Diploma for entry provided it is in a relevant subject.
• OCR Cambridge Technical qualifications: We consider the Technical Extended Diploma for entry provided it is in Engineering.
• Access to HE Diploma: We require a QAA-recognised Access to HE Diploma (a minimum of 60 credits overall with at least 45 at Level 3), with distinction in a subject area relevant to the chosen course.
• T Level: We do not accept T Levels as entry onto this course.
• Extended Project Qualification (EPQ): The University recognises the benefits of the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) and the opportunities it provides for applicants to develop independent study and research skills.

Fees and Funding

Fees

• Fees for entry in 2026 have not yet been set. For entry in 2025, the tuition fees were £9,535 per annum for home students, and are expected to increase slightly for 2026 entry.

Additional Expenses

• There is a compulsory field course for Civil Engineering students which incurs a subsidised fee (approx. £100) that contributes to travel, accommodation, and subsistence.

Scholarships/Sponsorships

• The University of Manchester is committed to attracting and supporting the very best students. We have a focus on nurturing talent and ability and we want to make sure that you have the opportunity to study here, regardless of your financial circumstances.

Application and Selection

How to Apply

• Apply through UCAS.

Advice to Applicants

• Factors contributing to a successful application include:
  • Past academic performance
  • Predicted academic performance
  • Enthusiasm for and realistic grasp of chosen degree programme
  • Evidence of interpersonal skills and non-academic interests/achievements

Home-Schooled Applicants

• If you are a student who has followed a non-standard educational route, e.g. you have been educated at home; your application will be considered against the standard entry criteria of the course for which you are applying.

Non-Standard Educational Routes

• Mature applicants who are returning to studies after a break from formal education will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

How Your Application is Considered

• Applications are considered on the basis of the UCAS application. Strong examination results are the main factor in admitting students to our courses.

Interview Requirements

• We do not hold interviews but UK-based applicants who receive an offer will be invited to a virtual webinar or on-campus visit day.

Deferrals

• Applications for deferred entry are considered equally to other applications up to the point of confirmation.

Course Details

Course Description

• Civil Engineering at Manchester enables you to lay the right foundation for a career in this field with a three-year course that will not only lead to a Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) qualification, but also arm you with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to enter an industry that, at its core, makes modern society work.

Aims

• The course aims to:
  • Provide you with a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of engineering science, analysis, and management
  • Give you an in-depth understanding of design
  • Help you to learn important transferable skills, such as problem-solving, team working, creativity, IT skills, and oral and written communication
  • Develop your understanding of the economic, social, ethical, and environmental contexts that are relevant to becoming a professional civil engineer

Special Features

• World-leading facilities
• Welcoming community
• Study, your way
• Championing gender diversity
• Start with a Foundation Year

Teaching and Learning

• At Manchester, you will be taught by academic staff who are leading experts in Civil Engineering, in a diverse and inclusive learning environment.
• We use a combination of teaching and learning methods, including lectures, tutorial classes, practical laboratory sessions, and computer-based sessions.

Coursework and Assessment

• Most course units are assessed through an examination (at the end of the semester) and coursework which is undertaken throughout the year.

Course Unit Details

• During the first two years, the course is broad-based and covers topics such as structural analysis, hydraulics, geotechnics, construction materials, engineering design, project management, and mathematics.
• In the final year, you undertake an individual research project and have options to study emerging subjects crucial to the future of society such as renewable energy systems and resource efficiency and management.

Careers

Career Opportunities

• Lay foundations for your future with BEng Civil Engineering at The University of Manchester. Ranked within the Top Six Universities to study Civil Engineering in the UK (QS World Rankings, 2025), you will be equipped with the sought-after skills, close industry links, and world-class education set to give you a headstart.
• Fully satisfying the Educational Base for Incorporated Engineer Status (IEng) and partially satisfying the Educational Base for Chartered Engineer Status (CEng), you can enjoy a new world of opportunities upon graduation.

Accrediting Organisations

• This degree is accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM) comprising the Institution of Civil Engineers, Institution of Structural Engineers, Institute of Highway Engineers, the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation and the Permanent Way Institution on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer (IEng) and partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng).

Associated Organisations

• As a Civil Engineering student at The University of Manchester, we encourage you to become a member of both the Institution of Civil Engineers and Institution of Structural Engineers.