Civil Engineering with Construction Management

A Brighton Civil Engineering with Construction Management MEng 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 integrated masters course combines advanced civil engineering knowledge with specialist construction management skills, giving you the confidence, technical expertise and leadership tools to succeed at the highest level.

Brighton graduates go on to work in civil engineering consultancies, construction firms, infrastructure agencies and project management roles or progress to Chartered Engineer status and senior leadership positions.

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 a Chartered Engineer (CEng) – the MEng route provides the academic foundation for chartered status.

• Final year at masters level – develop leadership, project management and research skills through a major individual project and specialist modules.

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

• Dual expertise – combine advanced 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.

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

• Specialist facilities – including concrete, hydraulics, soils and dynamics labs, plus a wave tank room.

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

• Placement opportunities – choose an optional paid placement year with employers such as Balfour Beatty, Mott MacDonald 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.