Civil Engineering with Construction Management

A Brighton Civil Engineering with Construction Management degree prepares you to design, plan and deliver the infrastructure that keeps communities connected and safe — roads, bridges, water systems, railways and more — while managing projects efficiently from concept to completion.

At Brighton you’ll become part of a welcoming, supportive community that helps you grow, no matter what your background. This course combines technical civil engineering knowledge with specialist construction management skills, giving you the confidence, knowledge and tools to succeed in both engineering and project leadership roles.

Brighton graduates go on to work in civil engineering consultancies, construction firms, infrastructure agencies and project management positions or progress to postgraduate study and chartered engineering pathways.

Top reasons to choose this course

• Accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM) – professional recognition for your degree.

• Fully meets the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer (IEng) and partially meets the academic requirements for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng).

• Develop dual expertise – combine civil engineering technical skills with construction management knowledge to give you a competitive edge.

• Industrial Advisory Board support – benefit from expert advice, networking opportunities and one-to-one meetings with professionals to help you plan your career and secure placements.

• Excellent career prospects – Brighton’s civil engineering courses are rank 2nd in the UK for student satisfaction and 12th for graduate prospects (Complete University Guide 2026).

• Learn Building Information Modelling (BIM) – gain a professional advantage with digital design skills.

• Industry-focused learning – interdisciplinary projects, site visits and guest lectures from professionals.

• Hands-on learning from the start – work on real-world engineering problems and develop practical skills in specialist labs including concrete, hydraulics and soils.

• Industry-focused projects – take part in initiatives like the Engineering for People Design Challenge and industry-led modules delivered by partners such as Mott MacDonald.

• Expert teaching and industry links – learn from academics with consultancy experience and benefit from advice and networking through our Industrial Advisory Board.

• Placement opportunities – choose an optional paid placement year to gain valuable experience with leading employers such as Balfour Beatty, Laing O’Rourke and South East Water

Why Brighton is a great place to study Civil Engineering with Construction Management
Less than an hour from central London, our Moulsecoomb campus puts you at the heart of a city powered by engineering, construction and infrastructure innovation. Brighton is home to thriving local industries, major civil engineering consultancies and active regional projects, all within easy reach of your lectures and labs.

You’ll study in a community that’s diverse, welcoming and well connected, with transport links that make site visits, employer events and placement opportunities part of everyday learning.