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BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering

Heriot-Watt University — Edinburgh, United Kingdom

BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering is a undergraduate Engineering course at Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh, United Kingdom. It takes 3-4 years, costs £26,840 per year and starts in September.

Undergraduate · 3-4 years · Full-time · Engineering · £26,840 per year

Intakes: September

The programme covers materials, structures, geotechnics, water engineering and transportation engineering, moving from analysis towards design and management. It develops the skills needed on the route to chartered civil engineer status. The degree is informed by the Institute of Sustainable Built Environment and is part of the Centre of Excellence in Sustainable Building Design. Study is full-time on campus in Edinburgh. Accreditation: Engineering Council accredited. Entry requirements (from the course page): Highers: AABB (over two sittings), Maths at B minimum; A-Levels: BBC, Maths at B minimum; IB: 30 points, Maths at Higher Level 5; BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM (engineering-relevant with sufficient Maths); HNC: B in graded unit (engineering-relevant, Maths at SCQF Level 6); Minimum entry (SIMD20/POLAR4 Q1/care-experienced): Highers BBBC; A-Levels BCC; National 5/GCSE English and Maths required. English language requirement: IELTS 6.0 overall with no component below 5.5 (or accepted equivalent). International full-time tuition fee: £26,840 per year (International full-time fee per year, September 2027 intake).

Modules

  • Mechanics A
  • Mechanics B
  • Construction Technology: Small Scale Buildings
  • Building Services Technology
  • Shaping Tomorrow Together A
  • Shaping Tomorrow Together B
  • Mathematics for Engineers and Scientists 1
  • Mathematics for Engineers and Scientists 2

Careers

  • Engineering professionals
  • Science, engineering and technology associate professionals

Frequently asked questions

How long is BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering at Heriot-Watt University?

BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering takes 3-4 years (Full-time).

How much does BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering at Heriot-Watt University cost?

The listed tuition fee is £26,840 per year. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount before you apply.

When does BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering start?

Intakes: September.

What level is BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering?

It is a undergraduate course in Engineering.

What will I study on BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering?

Modules include Mechanics A, Mechanics B, Construction Technology: Small Scale Buildings, Building Services Technology, Shaping Tomorrow Together A and Shaping Tomorrow Together B.

What careers can BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering lead to?

Typical roles include Engineering professionals and Science, engineering and technology associate professionals.