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Don't have the traditional entry requirements to start a degree? Get a solid grounding in the disciplines underpinning civil engineering through an additional foundation year.
Hands-on projects from day one
You’ll build valuable problem-solving and team-working skills before you know it, working on real-world engineering challenges that get you thinking, designing and constructing.
Industry-aligned teaching
You’ll join a course co-designed with industry partners ensuring that we deliver a course that is closely aligned with future industry needs, making your degree truly future-proof.
Stand-out work experience
Work as a paid student engineer in an optional placement, applying your knowledge in real-world settings and building helpful industry contacts to kickstart your career.
This course is for you if...
you're passionate about designing and constructing infrastructure that benefits society
you aspire to address sustainable development challenges
you're eager to get hands-on experience from site visits and in the lab
you aim to become a Chartered Civil Engineer with global opportunities.
This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available.
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