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University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
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Old Perth Road
Inverness
IV2 3JH
Civil Engineering
- Higher National Certificate
- 1 Years
- Full-Time
- September 2027
- Undergraduate
- Inverness
- Awarded by:
- Scottish Qualifications Authority trading as SQA
Course summary
Civil Engineers are responsible for the design and implementation of a wide range of infrastructure, energy and construction projects. The focus in these varies, from consultation, design and advisory, to site-based work. The HNC Civil Engineering provides the relevant qualification for a Civil Engineering Technician.
You will benefit from strong industry links and professional practice, giving you the skills required to improve your employment opportunities in this key industry sector. The programme has the support of local employers such as Pat Munro, Mott MacDonald and The Highland Council.
The course is delivered for students employed in the sector as trainee Civil Engineering Technicians (Inverness and Perth) as well as for anyone with industry experience or the minimum academic qualifications and seeking to enter the Civil Engineering discipline (Perth only).
Inverness students will enjoy regular site visits, guest presenters and work-based learning designed to enhance your experience. Work-based learning builds on your experiences as a Civil Engineering trainee/technician and uses your experience in the learning and teaching, but also as workplace evidence to achieve vocational qualifications.
All Perth students will receive visits from industry experts as guest speakers. Students on the full-time, part-time, and day-release options may take part in site visits and work placements. Evening students may also enjoy site visits with your colleagues and undertake daytime work placements, dependent on the nature of your employment.
You will be taught by a team of enthusiastic lecturers with extensive experience and varied qualifications. We utilise expanding lab facilities and current technology in the delivery of our course and you will be introduced to themes of clean construction and digital innovation throughout the programme.
Please see our website for information on Technology guidance and System requirements to study this course.
You can also study HNC Civil Engineering via a Modern Apprenticeship route.
Modules
Module outline
Year 1 - HNC
Modules may include:
Semester 1
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CAD 2D1
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Civil engineering: contract and project management a
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Mathematics for construction
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Structural mechanics
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Civil engineering specialisms
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Civil engineering technology
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Construction technical communication skills
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Construction technology: substructure
Semester 2
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CAD for civil engineers
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Civil engineering: graded unit 1
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Civil engineering: materials and testing
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Construction site surveying a
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Construction site surveying b
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Geotechnics A
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Maths for civil engineering
This outline reflects the modules as currently delivered and is subject to change.
How to apply
Apply by
13 January 2027
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- 102H
- Institution code:
- H49
- Campus name:
- Inverness
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available.
Course optionsEntry requirements
Typical qualification requirements
A levelD
in Maths
Scottish HigherC
in Maths.
Scottish National CertificatePass
NC Civil Engineering
Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6)Pass
Civil Engineering
UHI does not use Tariff points, and accepts a range of qualifications. Applicants with other relevant qualifications or experience will be considered on an individual basis. https://www.uhi.ac.uk/en/courses/hnc-civil-engineering/
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 5.5 | Overall score of 5.5 with no element below 5.0 |
| PTE Academic | 50 | Minimum score of 50 |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 69 | Min 69 or above with min 17 in each section |
Our programmes are taught and examined in English. To make the most of your studies, you must be able to communicate fluently and accurately in spoken and written English in an academic environment and provide certified proof of your competence before starting your course. Please note that English language tests need to have been taken no more than two years prior to the start date of the course. The minimum English language requirements to study at the University of the Highlands and Islands are detailed below:https://www.uhi.ac.uk/en/studying-at-uhi/international/eligibility/english-language-requirements/
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
UHI is committed to achieving widening access, and achieving a fair balance of entrants to higher education. Widening access can be broadly defined as ‘ensuring fair access to higher education’. Widening access is principally about ensuring that those who have the ability and potential to benefit from a higher education, irrespective of their background or economic circumstances can do so.
Learn more on the University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) website
International entry requirements
This course is available for international students (including EU/EEA and Swiss nationals without settled or pre-settled status in the UK) requiring Student Route visa sponsorship to study in the UK. International students should apply to UHI Inverness. Part-time study is not open to international students requiring Student Route visa sponsorship to study in the UK.
Historical entry grades data
This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).
It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.
Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £1285* | |
| England, Wales, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands & Republic of Ireland | £7886* | |
| EU & International | £9460* |
* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
For course specific fees information please refer to the Fees/funding tab on the university website course page.
You can also find information on additional funding available such as bursaries and scholarships at https://www.uhi.ac.uk/en/studying-at-uhi/first-steps/how-much-will-it-cost/funding-your-studies/bursaries-and-scholarships/
Sponsorship information
Scholarships, Bursaries, Awards and Discretionary Funds
Further information on funding, scholarships and bursaries can be found on our website.
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