Program Overview

Civil Engineering BEng Honours

The Civil Engineering BEng Honours degree is a professionally accredited, three-year program that equips students with the broad-ranging engineering knowledge needed to design, create real-world infrastructure. This program offers a practical, design-led focus, with students working in specialist labs and using industry-standard equipment, digital skills, and analytical techniques to gain design experience on a local to global scale.

Course Overview

This degree is accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM) and provides a pathway to becoming a Chartered Engineer. The program covers various aspects of civil engineering, including infrastructure, modeling and informatics, environmental systems, human and management systems, and surveying.

Quality and Ranking

The University of Newcastle is ranked 20th in the UK for Civil Engineering, according to The Guardian University Guide 2026. It is also a Global Top 140 University, according to QS World University Rankings 2026.

Modules and Learning

The program is divided into three stages, with students completing modules totaling 120 credits by the end of each stage. The modules cover a range of topics, including:

• Engineering Mathematics I
• Electrical and Magnetic Systems
• Electronics and Sensors
• Thermofluid Mechanics
• Properties & Behaviour of Engineering Materials
• Mechanics I
• Introduction to Programming Languages (C, Matlab, and Python)
• Sustainable Design, Creativity, and Professionalism

Teaching and Assessment

Students learn through a combination of lectures, practical work, site visits, individual study, group work, tutorials, and lab work. Assessment methods include written exams, coursework, and practical sessions.

Opportunities

The program offers opportunities for work placements, with students able to spend 9 to 12 months working in any organization in the world. Students also have access to guest lectures and site visits, as well as networking and placement opportunities.

Facilities and Environment

The program is taught at the University's city-centre campus, with students having access to world-class facilities, including:

• Heavy Structures Lab
• Geotechnical and Materials Labs
• Novak Hydraulic Lab
• Makerspace for prototyping and innovation
• High-performance computing systems
• Analytical and bio-labs
• National Green Infrastructure Facility
• BE:WISE – Europe's largest wastewater treatment research facility
• Urban Observatory – monitoring 50+ types of city-wide data
• Millennium Laboratory
• Merz Court Pilot Plant
• Electronics Teaching Lab
• Clean-Room Microfabrication Lab

Entry Requirements

The entrance requirements for the program include:

• A-Level: ABB, including Mathematics or Further Mathematics
• International Baccalaureate: 32 points, with Mathematics at Higher Level grade 5
• Other UK and the Republic of Ireland qualifications: Select your qualification
• English Language requirements: IELTS, TOEFL, Pearsons, Duolingo English Test, or other

Tuition Fees and Scholarships

The tuition fees for the program are:

• Home students: Not Set
• International students: £30,700 The University offers a range of scholarships, including Vice-Chancellor's automatic and merit-based scholarships.

Open Days and Events

The University hosts open days and events, providing opportunities for students to meet with academic staff, explore the campus, and learn more about the program.

How to Apply

Students can apply through UCAS, using the online application system. The University's UCAS name and institution codes are NEWC/N21. Students can also apply through an agent or online.