Civil Engineering

Civil engineers shape the world we live in, from roads and railways to sea walls and harbours. At Brighton, this degree equips you with technical knowledge and practical skills to design, plan and manage essential infrastructure projects.

You’ll learn through hands-on experience in specialist labs, fieldwork and site visits, and work on real-world projects such as the Engineering for People Design Challenge. Our strong industry links, guest lectures and Industrial Advisory Board ensure your learning reflects current practice.

Brighton graduates progress to careers with civil engineering consultancies, construction firms, infrastructure agencies and government bodies or continue to postgraduate study and chartered pathways.

Top reasons to choose this course

• Accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM) – 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).

• 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).

• 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.

• 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.

• Shared first year with flexibility to transfer to Civil with Environmental Engineering or Civil Engineering with Construction Management.

Why Brighton is a great place to study Civil Engineering
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.