Duration: Four years full-time; five years sandwich Civil Engineers are responsible for much of the infrastructure we rely on in modern society. They are involved in the design, build and maintenance of roads, bridges, water supply, flood defences and buildings. This puts them in a prime position to protect and enhance our environment through the sustainable use of resources. On the BEng(Hons) Civil and Environmental Engineering course you will study the broad spectrum of civil and environmental engineering ranging from structures, materials and hydraulics, to hydrology and project management. Alongside, you will develop vital skills in surveying, geographical information systems (GIS), drawing and computer-aided design (CAD). This course is available on a full and part-time basis, so you can boost your career prospects as a professional civil engineer if you are already employed in the industry.

Careers are varied with opportunities in the UK and overseas in areas such as structural design, water, power, road or railway infrastructure engineering, business planning and cost forecasting. With the relevant work experience you could become an Incorporated Engineer, or by completing a programme of accredited further learning work towards becoming a Chartered Engineer. Many graduates continue studying on MSc courses, either full-time or part-time alongside their Initial Professional Development. Several recent graduates have successfully secured research studentships to complete an Engineering Doctorate or PhD.