BEng (Hons) Civil and Transportation Engineering

A degree in civil engineering is the starting point for an exciting career that can see you shaping the world we live in; locally, nationally and internationally. Civil Engineering is all about creating, improving and protecting the sophisticated environment that surrounds us.

Civil Engineers are responsible for the design, management and construction of major infrastructure projects such as dams, reservoirs, transport projects, bridges, tunnels, major buildings, water supply, sewage, harbours and sea defences.

Lecturers on this course are a blend of respected academics with a high quality research track record, and experienced professionals, with the associated professional qualifications. The civil engineering department has excellent links with civil and transportation engineering companies as well as the professional bodies.

The BEng (Hons) Civil and Transportation Engineering reflects a growing trend within the construction industry to produce graduates with a detailed understanding of the principles of civil and transportation engineering. In addition, graduates from this course will have the ability to manage a project taking into consideration sustainable development issues and environmental challenges.

Your final year group design project will culminate in the production of a working design for a given civil engineering project. The design will require the consideration of various options, the analysis of the chosen option and the production of an integrated solution covering transportation, water, environmental and management aspects as well as a detailed programme of works and anticipated costs.

Your final year individual dissertation will represent the culmination of your programme of study. You will produce a research report containing assimilated data and be expected to critically analyse the results obtained. A formal written document will be produced as well as an oral presentation.

The BEng (Hons) Civil and Transportation Engineering is accredited to IEng status by the Joint Board of Moderators. This enables graduates to work towards becoming Incorporated Engineers (IEng) and thereafter, with suitable further education (a Master’s degree) and experience, be eligible for registration as Chartered Engineers (CEng). For this reason, there has been industrial input in the design of the programme and strong links are maintained through guest lectures, site visits, work placements and the formal Industrial Advisory Board of the Civil Engineering department of the University.

Demonstrate substantial knowledge of science and mathematics necessary to in order to support the application of key civil engineering principles which are required by an Incorporated Engineer.

Display the ability to successfully undertake engineering analysis by applying concepts and tools to the solution of civil and transportation engineering problems.

Create and develop designs that meet defined needs and realise economically viable product, process or system, by integrating all civil and transportation engineering knowledge and skills to the solution of real problems.

Manage activities and appreciate various legal and ethical constraints under which a civil, or transportation engineer needs to operate in order to have a positive impact on the environment, on commerce, on society and on individuals.

Practice engineering by applying and combining theory and experience, supported by other relevant knowledge and skills.

Developed transferable skills, additional to those set out in specialist civil and transportation engineering subject areas, that will be of value in a wide range of situations.

The University is committed to a transparent fee structure, with no hidden costs, to help you make an informed decision. This includes information on what is included in the fee and how fees are calculated and reviewed

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• GCSE English and Maths at grade C+/4 or an accepted equivalent

Only the following equivalent qualifications are accepted for English: Functional Skills Level 2 English and OCN Access to HE Core English (12 credits at Level 2 or 3 in English)

Only the following equivalent qualifications are accepted for Mathematics: Functional Skills Level 2 Maths and OCN Access to HE Core Mathematics (12 credits at Level 2 or 3 in Mathematics)

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• 96 UCAS points 
• A Levels - grades CCC / BCD including Mathematics.
• BTEC L3 Extended Diploma or OCR Cambridge L3 Technical Extended Diploma - grades MMM in a subject relevant to Civil Engineering or Construction/Built Environment Engineering and must include mathematics modules.
• Access to HE Diploma (60 credits) of which a minimum of 45 must be at Level 3 (96 UCAS point equivalence, with at least 24 at Merit from Engineering/Mathematics; 12 credits at Merit from Electrical Science and 9 credits at Merit from Mechanical Science) 
• T Level (Full T level achieved) achieving minimum P (A*-C) in one of the following subject areas; Design & Development for Engineering & Manufacturing; Maintenance, Installation & Repair for Engineering & Manufacturing or Engineering, Manufacturing, Processing and Control.

Use the UCAS Tariff calculator to check your qualifications and points

Students must usually have studied for a minimum of two years post GCSE level. However, we will consider applications from mature students who do not have two years of post-16 study, where they have relevant work experience. Please see http://wlv.ac.uk/mature for further information.

If you've got other qualifications or relevant experience, please contact The Gateway for further advice before applying.

International entry requirements and application guidance can be found at http://www.wlv.ac.uk/international/apply

English language requirements also apply

Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE)

Accredited by the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer.

Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE)

Accredited by the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer.

Chartered Institute of Highways and Transportation (CIHT)

Accredited by the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation (CIHT) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer.

Institute of Highway Engineers (IHE)

Accredited by the Institute of Highway Engineers (IHE) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer.

Tuition Fees Loan (Home Fee Status):

Most students will be able to apply for a loans to pay for these subject to eligibility. To find out more information please refer to the government Student Finance website.

Changes for EU students:

The UK government has confirmed that EU students starting courses from 1 August 2021 will normally be classified as having Overseas Fee status. More information about the change is available at UKCISA:

EU citizens living in the UK with 'settled' status, and Irish nationals living in the UK or Ireland, will still be classified as Home students, providing they meet the usual residency requirements, for more information about EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS)

Self-funding:

If you don’t want to take out a loan to pay your fees or if you aren’t eligible to receive a loan, you might want to take advantage of the University’s scheme to pay by instalments: See How to pay.

For more information please contact the Gateway.

Your employer, embassy or organisation can pay for your Tuition fees:

If your employer, embassy or organisation agrees to pay all or part of your tuition fees; the University will refer to them as your sponsor and will invoice them for the appropriate amount.

We must receive notification of sponsorship in writing as soon as possible, and before enrolment, confirming that the sponsor will pay your tuition fees.

Financial Hardship:

Students can apply to the Dennis Turner Opportunity Fund.

for help with course related costs however this cannot be used for fees or to cover general living costs.

Bursaries and Scholarships:

In addition the University also offers a range of Bursaries and Scholarships packages

You can find more information on the University’s Funding, cost, fee and support pages.

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