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21 September 2026

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4 years full-time 5 years inc. placement year

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136-128

About this course

Overview

Why choose Huddersfield for this course?

  • Enhance your studies with the MEng option and further explore key areas for the professional engineer such as structures, materials and hydraulics.
  • Our Common First Year helps you explore Electronic, Electrical, Mechanical, and Civil Engineering before specialising in the field that suits you.
  • Simulate a real-world engineering environment and boost your employability through our unique EnABLE initiative.

From mega infrastructure to water transfer schemes, as a Civil Engineer you’ll have the chance to make a difference in a way that is important to you.

Through studying Civil Engineering you’ll be taking your first step to a rewarding career in an industry with countless opportunities and significant earning potential. You’ll hone and develop the skills you need to drive forward an increasingly important sustainability agenda, for instance, in the construction, energy, transport, or environmental sectors. The top five job titles advertised in the UK for graduate roles associated with Civil Engineering courses are Site Engineer, Structural Engineer, Civil Engineer, Project Engineer and Highway Engineer*

Choosing to study the Intergrated Masters (MEng) route will also give you the opportunity to develop your leadership skills and work towards Chartered Engineer status.

*Lightcast data extracted from Graduate Career Explorer – job postings from Dec 2023 to Nov 2024 showing jobs advertised associated with a selection of relevant graduate roles.

Why study Civil Engineering BEng(Hons) at Huddersfield?

We are currently investing in our Civil Engineering laboratories so by the time you are scheduled to dive into the practical elements of a Civil Engineering course at Huddersfield, there will be brand new facilities to explore structures, materials and hydraulics with our course team who are leading researchers in the field.

The course focuses on many aspects of Civil Engineering, including fundamental principles of statics, dynamics, materials, geotechnics, and hydraulics, with design, construction, business, and sustainability considerations. Providing you with flexibility in your choice of an engineering career path after graduation.

Our Common First Year lets you explore key areas of Electronic and Electrical, Mechanical, and Civil Engineering, giving you the chance to “taste” different specialisms before you decide. You will work in multi-disciplinary teams and build a solid foundation aligned with industry needs, whichever path you choose next.

In your first and second year, you'll learn through our problem-based learning initiative, EnABLE (Engineering in an Activity Based Learning Environment). Providing you the opportunity to work in small teams, reflecting how industry works. You’ll solve real, civil engineering problems and test your solutions against other groups.

In your third year, we will encourage you to secure an industrial placement. Doing a placement should enhance your career prospects, expand your network, help you to discover the real world of engineering and improve your academic performance in the final year.

In your final year you will work on a individual research/design project with the support of your academic supervisor. You will be encouraged to align this with one of the Master's team projects, which involve the design and build of either a road, airborne or rail vehicle, for example, Team HARE, Team Hawk or HudRail.

Our graduates often find themselves at the heart of technological developments within a wide range of engineering industries. We aim to provide you with strong practical, theoretical, and transferrable skills that will prepare you for an interesting and challenging future as a professional Civil Engineer.

Career opportunities after the course *

Site Engineers

Structural Engineers

Civil Engineers

Site Civil Engineers

Highway Engineers

*Lightcast

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Entry Requirements

AAB-ABB at A Level. A Levels must include Mathematics and at least one other Science/Technology subject (or equivalent qualification).
136-128 UCAS tariff points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications which must include Mathematics and at least one other accepted qualifications as listed.
Distinction at T Level in Engineering and Manufacturing (Core) Full Qualification.
DDD-DDM in BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Engineering (including the Further Engineering Maths module) OR Construction and the Built Environment (including the Further Mathematics for Construction module).
136-128 UCAS tariff points from International Baccalaureate qualifications which must include Higher Level Mathematics and another Higher-Level Science/Technology subject as listed in Additional Information.

Additional Information

In addition to A2 Mathematics, subjects may include Physics, Chemistry, Electronics, Design Technology or Computer Science. Subjects with a high scientific or numeric content.

If your first language is not English, you will need to meet the minimum requirements of an English Language qualification. The minimum of IELTS 6.0 overall with no element lower than 5.5, or equivalent. Read more about the University’s entry requirements for students outside of the UK on our Where are you from information pages.

For further information please see the University's minimum entry requirements.

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Course Details

The module provides a comprehensive foundation in Engineering Mathematics, equipping you with the essential mathematical tools and techniques required to tackle complex engineering problems. It covers key topics such as functions, linear mathematics, calculus, and numerical methods, with a strong emphasis on applying these concepts to real-world engineering scenarios. You will develop your analytical skills and learn to model engineering problems using MATLAB, a powerful tool for solving and visualizing mathematical models. The integration of theory with practical applications ensures that you are well-prepared for the more advanced analytical modules in the subsequent years of your course as well as for your future careers in engineering. This module lays the groundwork for successful problem-solving and mathematical modelling, essential skills in the field of engineering.

This module provides you with an appreciation of the broad role of the engineer and technologist in society, including responsibilities, ethical behaviour, and contribution to the business team. It will introduce you to the personal and professional skills required to succeed as both students and professional engineers. You will acquire skills related to study techniques, research and analysis, project management, academic writing and communication and you will be introduced to Continuous Professional Development (CPD). In addition, this module aims to give you a foundation in computer programming. You’ll be introduced to coding, testing and documenting software appropriate for engineering systems. You’ll be supported in developing your knowledge and understanding of the underlying syntax and logic structures specified by the programming language by solving practical problems in dedicated lab sessions. You’ll be expected to design and implement a software solution to a given problem specification.

In this module, you will explore the science of flow in engineering systems, focusing on three core areas: mechanical, fluid, and electrical systems. First, you will study the dynamics of mechanical systems, understanding the forces, energy, and motion that govern their behaviour. Topics such as forces and equilibrium, linear and angular motion, and work-energy principles will help you grasp the fundamental concepts driving mechanical systems. Next, you will investigate the flow of fluids, learning how pressure, viscosity, and flow dynamics affect fluid movement in pipes, open channels, and thermofluid devices. The principles of thermodynamics, steady and unsteady flow, and the application of Bernoulli’s theorem will give you insights into how energy is transferred and conserved within fluid systems. Finally, you will delve into the behaviour of electric currents and electromagnetic fields. You will examine the fundamentals of electrostatics, current flow, and the principles of inductors and capacitors, applying these concepts to analyse circuits using network theorems and complex impedances. You will also explore the behaviours of electrical systems, developing an understanding of their dynamic response. Through theoretical learning and practical applications, you will build a comprehensive understanding of how motion and flow operate in engineering systems.

In this module, you will explore the foundational concepts of analogue and digital electronics. It begins with electric circuit theory, and circuit analysis techniques, before exploring how these concepts are applied to produce systems. The module then introduces the operation and characteristics of systems along with a how these systems may interconnect. You will explore these through practical labs and guided tutorials. You will gain an overview of an sensors, actuators, interfacing System-on-Chip (SoC), and intelligent systems.

Explore how engineering ideas evolve from concept to prototype through a blend of digital design and hands-on problem solving. This module introduces you to the fundamentals of interdisciplinary engineering practice, combining creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration. Through a series of structured, project-based activities, you will engage in real-world challenges that develop your understanding of the engineering design process. You will also build foundational skills in interpreting and producing technical drawings, as well as prototyping and testing basic electrical circuits. Working individually and in teams, you’ll develop confidence in applying design principles, communicating technical ideas, and progressing from initial concepts to working solutions. By the end of the module, you will have gained practical insight into the thinking, processes, and teamwork that underpin effective engineering design in professional contexts.

Discover how materials shape the world around us and how forces keep structures standing. In this module, you will explore the fascinating science behind different materials and learn how they behave under various conditions. You will dive into the properties of metals, polymers, ceramics, and composites, understanding their properties from the atomic level to real-world applications in mechanical, civil, and electrical systems. On the mechanics side, you will investigate how forces, moments, and stresses act on structures, leading to insights into equilibrium, bending, shear, and torsion. You will develop practical problem-solving skills by analysing beams, trusses, and other structural components. Through a mix of assessments, practical experiments and interactive simulations, you will apply theoretical concepts to real-world scenarios. You will also explore materials testing techniques and learn how to evaluate the strength and behaviour of different materials under load. By the end of the module, you will have a solid understanding of how materials and mechanics influence the design and performance of engineering systems, giving you the confidence to approach complex engineering challenges.

This module will provide you with fundamental knowledge of applied fluid mechanics in general and hydraulics in particular. You will gain knowledge in the fundamentals of applied fluid mechanics ranging from basic pipe flow to pipe network analysis. The practical elements of this module will equip you with an ability to work with experimental and practical tools to establish hydraulic characteristics of important industrial systems encountering fluid flows.

This module will provide you with an introduction to the materials and soil mechanics encountered in Civil Engineering and general construction. You will develop an understanding of the implications of soil properties, for example, the ground conditions, the identification, description and identification of granular and cohesive soils. You will look at site and ground investigation, ground stress, effective stress and you will be introduced to groundwater and geosynthetic materials. You will also be introduced to the properties of materials and their structures, construction materials (including manufacturing processes, properties, structure and lifecycle durability), ceramics & glasses, iron & steel, polymers and special steels.

Almost every construction project interacts with the Earth – it has foundations, it involves excavations or embankments, the retaining of soil or rock behind a wall, tunnelling or other underground activities. It is therefore vital for Civil Engineers and construction professionals to have an understanding of the Earth’s materials, their properties, and behaviour, as well as an understanding of different types of geotechnical engineering structures involved in construction projects. This module provides you with an introduction to the key disciplines of engineering geology and geotechnics, helping you to understand the considerations necessary for the safe and sustainable design of geotechnical engineering structures and their implementation on construction sites. You will learn a range of core skills through case study driven lectures and applied seminars where you will gain first-hand experience of identifying, characterising, and mapping geomaterials for engineering applications.

This module allows you to learn from the work environment about practices within the construction industry. One of the attractions of construction is that every project poses unique challenges, so underlying engineering and management fundamentals need to be understood but applied appropriately to meet requirements. The module is designed to build upon your appreciation of the construction industry and the roles and responsibilities that you may undertake as you progress in your career. To introduce and develop your understanding of the principles and procedures of engineering surveying within the context of the construction industry. This module will provide you with experience and develop your skills in the use of standard surveying instrumentation together with associated field and office procedures for the preparation of site plans, setting out and control of construction works and the measurement of existing buildings. You will also use simulated work situations to help develop of keys skills.

The aim of this module is to develop your knowledge and understanding, already gained in previous academic year, of how structural elements and assemblies behave and can be analysed. You will be introduced to the fundamental principles of solid mechanics (statics), including simple structural systems (e.g. continuous beams and trusses). Statics is concerned with bodies that are either at rest or move with a constant speed in a fixed direction and is of great importance for a Civil Engineer. You will study factors such as normal and shear stresses, strain, elasticity, and strength. In addition, methods of evaluating the internal forces (shear force, axial force and bending moments) in structural analysis will also be explained.

This course offers an optional one-year work placement after Year 2.

    This module will allow you to develop knowledge and understanding of sustainable transportation and water infrastructure and its environmental consideration. The module uses selected topics to give you an understanding of the analytical tools applied to sustainability in transportation engineering and the ability to synthesise and analyse complex water infrastructure. The module focuses on mathematical models of physical systems which are key elements in the design and analysis of infrastructure systems through theory and practical examples. Mathematical and analysis packages are used extensively throughout the module.

    This module focuses upon pre-construction aspects of construction engineering projects. This includes the planning of work prior to execution, and considers how such plans are formulated and communicated to stakeholders. Management of construction engineering projects is explored through the use of traditional and contemporary methods and the potential benefits of newer technology and working practices are evaluated. This learning will equip you with knowledge and skills highly valued by employers that will enable you to help deliver effective construction engineering projects in future practice.

    You will be introduced to the application of the principles of soil mechanics to the analysis and design of earth slopes, foundations and retaining structures. You will gain a body of knowledge to allow you to specify, design, evaluate and make decisions in geotechnical problems using contemporary principles and concepts, including the standards, and codes used in industry. You will also gain experience in dealing with the uncertainty arising from the difficulty of characterizing conditions below the ground based on limited data and on how design and health and safety risks arising from this uncertainty can be managed. Almost all civil engineering problems involve some geotechnical engineering; for example all structures have foundations, whilst all railways and highways make use of embankments and cuttings constructed from earth. An understanding of design in this area is therefore important for a civil engineering graduates and will contribute significantly to your employability in the industry.

    In this module, you will acquire fundamental knowledge of finite element analysis and modelling methods and how to apply this knowledge to the solution of civil engineering structural problems. The arguments and contents include finite element theory, analysis of beams and trusses, columns, assemblages of these structural elements, and structural safety. Also elastic analysis, problems of plane strain, plane stress use, testing and validation of finite element software packages and extensions to apply this knowledge to problems encountered in civil engineering practice. You will have an insight into the principles at the basis of the FE elements available in commercial FE software, knowledge of element types, knowledge of the use of finite element methods for solving problems in civil engineering applications.

    This module is designed to provide you with the opportunity to study and investigate a specific engineering topic in-depth. The aim of this module is give you the skills and experience to carry out an engineering project and introduce you to the process that would typically take place in a professional engineering environment. You will undertake and execute a project on a topic appropriate to your study pathway. You will be allocated a project supervisor(s) who will direct you through the process of project planning, undertaking background research and carrying out the technical aspects of the project to a satisfactory conclusion. Your project will be an in-depth study of an engineering problem and may be either academic or industry-based. You will have the opportunity to either select a project defined by a tutor, or to propose your own project idea. The project work will extend your knowledge and capabilities in the specific field associated with the project topic and allow you to demonstrate your initiative, commitment, and engineering capability to a professional standard.

    This module aims to develop your understanding of the strategic aspects of programme and project management and its role in adding competitive advantage to an organisation. The module enables you to gain a firm grounding in the principles, processes, tools and techniques that underpin programme and project management. It also aids you to develop a systematic understanding of the purposes and uses of financial information, together with the ability to use quantitative skills to improve performance management and decision making within an organisation. Emphasis is placed upon the need for competence in project planning and control. Team-working, communication and risk management skills are developed by means of group activity. Extensive use is made of project management and simulation software.

    This module uses selected topics to give you an advanced understanding of the theory and analytical tools that can be applied to Coastal Structures, Hydraulic Structures and Flood Alleviation Schemes. You will develop the ability to develop and analyse complex coastal and hydraulic structures using experimental work and to specify appropriate optimisation and mitigation techniques. The module further provides, through theory and practical examples, the means to quantify and solve realistic problems. Laboratory testing of a practical system will be used to provide data to validate models. Measurement techniques form part of the investigative nature of the subject and general empirical methodology. Mathematical analysis packages are used extensively throughout the module.

    This module will equip you with engineering judgement and understanding to support your employability. Successfully completing the module will provide you with the engineering judgement to defend the overall design, specification, maintenance, and asset management of highway and railway infrastructure. You will evaluate geometric highway design parameters, and apply the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges’ standards and guidance documentation to produce safe highway scheme designs. You will be able to appraise specifications of materials and designs for flexible and rigid pavements and judge procedures for highway maintenance and asset management. You will gain an understanding of the components and arrangement of railway permanent way and design alignments to relevant standards.

    In this module you will study geotechnical instabilities and advanced geotechnical problems. You will consider the major challenges to construction and infrastructure and threatens human lives and livelihoods, although the true extent and costs associated with slope-based problems are often masked by other geo-hazards. This module will enable you to investigate a real life example of geotechnical instability, to research and use diverse and cutting edge tools and techniques to assess and ultimately to mitigate the impact of the failure. The applied and research-led focus to this module will allow you to gain a deeper understanding of complex geotechnical instabilities, building on your previous geotechnical experience and learning and applying new and practical engineering survey, geotechnical and modelling skills.

    In this module you will study the structural integrity of existing buildings. Structural integrity is an engineering field that helps ensure that either a civil structure or structural component is fit for purpose under normal operational loading. You will discuss engineering works in the area of inspection, monitoring, repair and upgrading of existing, rather than new projects. Focusing on common concrete, timber and masonry structures and monuments, this module will equip you with the knowledge to work for a wide variety of asset owners such as public authorities with responsibility for infrastructures, or heritage organisations looking after old buildings. You will also acquire knowledge of repair and reinforcement methods using traditional and innovative materials and techniques, with a focus on sustainability considerations, climate emergency, health and safety.

    In this module, you will have an opportunity to demonstrate a wide range of knowledge and understanding of design processes and methodologies in a challenging design-oriented group project. In this collaborative setting, you will develop innovative design solutions which are compatible with clearly identified business and commercial objectives. You will be required to engage in an in-depth study of an engineering problem set in a business context, requiring application and integration of knowledge and skills acquired up to and including the fifth year of the MEng programme. You will demonstrate critical, creative and innovative thinking and adopt a structured approach to design specification and the development of commercially appropriate solutions. You will apply advanced techniques for modelling and give consideration to innovative materials and manufacturing processes. You will work to the highest professional standards in project management and practice effective communication skills in all aspects of the project execution.

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