We are passionate about sharing with our students the vital role they each have now and as future professionals in promoting a sustainable future for all. We believe that sustainability is not the domain of one discipline or profession. It is the responsibility of all disciplines, professions, organisations and individuals.
That is why on each of our courses within the Belfast School of Architecture and the Built Environment you will learn about the UN Sustainable Development Goals and the contribution you can make now, and as a graduate in the Built Environment.
Read the course details below to find out more.
Civil Engineering at Ulster - Design and Build your future and the world around you.
Civil Engineering has a multi-level career structure comprising Chartered, Incorporated and Technician Engineers and Civil Engineering Surveyors. The BSc Honours programme satisfies the most appropriate training for the Incorporated Engineer and follows the guidelines of the Engineering Council for the education and placement training of Incorporated Engineers. It also satisfies the academic base for membership of the Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors. The programme provides a high level of technical design proficiency and a sound knowledge of civil engineering and construction infrastructure. Candidates from the course are highly sought after in industry and the course normally scores 100% is the National Student Survey. The course was accredited by the JBM in 2022 and was also revalidated at by the University to align course to current learning and teaching strategies
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The third year of the programme is a mandatory period of Industrial Placement. We strongly believe that this experience sets the context of final year studies and potentially enhances employment prospects. A Diploma in Professional Practice (DPP) is awarded to students who satisfactorily complete their placement.
Diploma in Professional Practice DPP
Diploma in Professional Practice International DPPI
Course duration is full time, four years (including compulsory placement year).
You are expected to attend lectures, tutorials, laboratory sessions and seminars. These timetabled classes add up to around 18 to 24 hours per week. Independent study is essential to reinforce face to face sessions with tutors. It is recommended that this time should be greater than the hours spent in face to face sessions with tutors. Development of your independent study culminates with a project in final year and allows you to demonstrate the skills you have attained throughout your degree.
The course has a modular structure with different subjects studied and assessed in each semester.
Modules Studied
Year 1: Materials, Mathematics – BSc, Sustainable Construction and Traffic Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, Digital Construction and Communication & Surveying.
Year 2: Mathematics for Technology, Geology & Soil Mechanics, Engineer and the Environment, Public Health Engineering, Computer Applications, , Production Management in Construction & Safety in Design
Year 3: Diploma in Professional Practice (DPP).
Year 4: Engineering GIS, Foundation Engineering, Civil Engineering Design & Cost Studies, BSc Structural Analysis, Project Literature Review and Methodology, BSc Structural Design, Construction Project Administration, Project Empirical Data collection and Analysis & (Environmental Engineering 4 orHighways and Transportation Engineering)
Teaching is mainly through lectures and tutorials but also involves laboratory sessions, site visits and case studies. The programme is designed to allow students to become independent learners and cultivate a professional attitude to their studies.
Assessment is by formal examinations and coursework. Coursework includes reports, essays, class tests, presentations appropriate to the module.
The content for each course is summarised on the relevant course page, along with an overview of the modules that make up the course.
Each course is approved by the University and meets the expectations of:
As part of your course induction, you will be provided with details of the organisation and management of the course, including attendance and assessment requirements - usually in the form of a timetable. For full-time courses, the precise timetable for each semester is not confirmed until close to the start date and may be subject to some change in the early weeks as all courses settle into their planned patterns. For part-time courses which require attendance on particular days and times, an expectation of the days and periods of attendance will be included in the letter of offer. A course handbook is also made available.
Courses comprise modules for which the notional effort involved is indicated by its credit rating. Each credit point represents 10 hours of student effort. Undergraduate courses typically contain 10, 20, or 40 credit modules (more usually 20) and postgraduate courses typically 15 or 30 credit modules.
The normal study load expectation for an undergraduate full-time course of study in the standard academic year is 120 credit points. This amounts to around 36-42 hours of expected teaching and learning per week, inclusive of attendance requirements for lectures, seminars, tutorials, practical work, fieldwork or other scheduled classes, private study, and assessment. Teaching and learning activities will be in-person and/or online depending on the nature of the course. Part-time study load is the same as full-time pro-rata, with each credit point representing 10 hours of student effort.
Postgraduate Master’s courses typically comprise 180 credits, taken in three semesters when studied full-time. A Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert) comprises 60 credits and can usually be completed on a part-time basis in one year. A 120-credit Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) can usually be completed on a part-time basis in two years.
Class contact times vary by course and type of module. Typically, for a module predominantly delivered through lectures you can expect at least 3 contact hours per week (lectures/seminars/tutorials). Laboratory classes often require a greater intensity of attendance in blocks. Some modules may combine lecture and laboratory. The precise model will depend on the course you apply for and may be subject to change from year to year for quality or enhancement reasons. Prospective students will be consulted about any significant changes.
Assessment methods vary and are defined explicitly in each module. Assessment can be a combination of examination and coursework but may also be only one of these methods. Assessment is designed to assess your achievement of the module’s stated learning outcomes. You can expect to receive timely feedback on all coursework assessments. This feedback may be issued individually and/or issued to the group and you will be encouraged to act on this feedback for your own development.
Coursework can take many forms, for example: essay, report, seminar paper, test, presentation, dissertation, design, artefacts, portfolio, journal, group work. The precise form and combination of assessment will depend on the course you apply for and the module. Details will be made available in advance through induction, the course handbook, the module specification, the assessment timetable and the assessment brief. The details are subject to change from year to year for quality or enhancement reasons. You will be consulted about any significant changes.
Normally, a module will have 4 learning outcomes, and no more than 2 items of assessment. An item of assessment can comprise more than one task. The notional workload and the equivalence across types of assessment is standardised. The module pass mark for undergraduate courses is 40%. The module pass mark for postgraduate courses is 50%.
The class of Honours awarded in Bachelor’s degrees is usually determined by calculation of an aggregate mark based on performance across the modules at Levels 5 and 6, (which correspond to the second and third year of full-time attendance).
Level 6 modules contribute 70% of the aggregate mark and Level 5 contributes 30% to the calculation of the class of the award. Classification of integrated Master’s degrees with Honours include a Level 7 component. The calculation in this case is: 50% Level 7, 30% Level 6, 20% Level 5. At least half the Level 5 modules must be studied at the University for Level 5 to be included in the calculation of the class.
All other qualifications have an overall grade determined by results in modules from the final level of study.
In Masters degrees of more than 200 credit points the final 120 points usually determine the overall grading.
Figures from the academic year 2022-2023.
The University employs over 1,000 suitably qualified and experienced academic staff - 60% have PhDs in their subject field and many have professional body recognition.
Courses are taught by staff who are Professors (19%), Readers, Senior Lecturers (22%) or Lecturers (57%).
We require most academic staff to be qualified to teach in higher education: 82% hold either Postgraduate Certificates in Higher Education Practice or higher. Most academic and learning support staff (85%) are recognised as fellows of the Higher Education Academy (HEA) by Advance HE - the university sector professional body for teaching and learning. Many academic and technical staff hold other professional body designations related to their subject or scholarly practice.
The profiles of many academic staff can be found on the University’s departmental websites and give a detailed insight into the range of staffing and expertise. The precise staffing for a course will depend on the department(s) involved and the availability and management of staff. This is subject to change annually and is confirmed in the timetable issued at the start of the course.
Occasionally, teaching may be supplemented by suitably qualified part-time staff (usually qualified researchers) and specialist guest lecturers. In these cases, all staff are inducted, mostly through our staff development programme ‘First Steps to Teaching’. In some cases, usually for provision in one of our out-centres, Recognised University Teachers are involved, supported by the University in suitable professional development for teaching.
Figures from the academic year 2022-2023.
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Here is a guide to the subjects studied on this course.
Courses are continually reviewed to take advantage of new teaching approaches and developments in research, industry and the professions. Please be aware that modules may change for your year of entry. The exact modules available and their order may vary depending on course updates, staff availability, timetabling and student demand. Please contact the course team for the most up to date module list.
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Year: 1
Status: C
An understanding of fundamental behaviour of materials used in civil engineering is essential for their correct specification, design and construction. This module introduces structure and properties of commonly used construction materials and examines their uses and limitations. It also investigates the basic properties and classification of soils. Practical classes help to underpin main principles covered in lectures.
Year: 1
Status: C
This module covers those mathematics topics which graduates in the engineering discipline will require for professional practice. For certain engineering courses this module also provides a platform for the further study of mathematics.
The module starts with refresher topics, includes basic algebra, mathematical functions, polynomial equations, logarithms and exponentials, trigonometry, complex numbers, matrices and determinants, vectors, differentiation and integration, and finishes with subject of sequences and series.
Year: 1
Status: C
This module introduces the construction profession and the construction process in its widest form, examining the interaction between design, construction methods/materials, the programming of work and health and safety issues.
Learning will be supplemented by the use of site visits, in order to examine real situations, and MSProject, a computer software package widely used in industry.
Practical sessions will allow students to be introduced to traffic engineering and carry out assessment of junctions and a carpark.
The module is examined both by continuous assessment and examination.
Year: 1
Status: C
Civil, Safety, and Energy engineering design and construction activities require knowledge of the forces due to the statical and dynamical behaviour of water and the statical behaviour of structures. Methods of determining forces arising from analyses using simple hydrostatics and hydrodynamics are given and applied to practical hydraulics problems. Common analysis methods for simple structures are introduced. Practical classes illustrate the use of these analysis methods at laboratory scale.
Year: 1
Status: C
The modern day built environment professional is required to communicate effectively utilising electronic tools with the rest of the project team. This has been mandated by the UK Cabinet Office Construction Strategy, by European Commission procurement regulations and is being followed across the world. This module develops an understanding of the key drivers and barriers to fully implementing Level 2 BIM and points towards the development of level 3 BIM working in the near future. The module develops the foundational skills for internationally recognised BIM Level 2 for the contemporary and future built environment professionals.
Year: 1
Status: C
Proper design, location, positioning and delineation of infrastructure assets are essential to the Built Environment. This module is designed to facilitate learners in developing a working knowledge of the spatial principles and practices that are essential to the civil engineering, and construction sectors. Necessary skills are obtainable only through practice in application of precise measuring and observation equipment. This module offers significant opportunity to acquire and develop such skills and associated computational and digital methods.
Year: 2
Status: C
Civil engineering design and construction activities require the understanding of mathematical knowledge and skills to solve engineering applications. This module covers topics that are suitable for BSc. in Civil Engineering.
Year: 2
Status: C
An understanding of health and safety in civil engineering is essential to prepare students for both a design office or construction site environment. This module will develop strategies for risk identification and management and emphasise the responsibility on individuals for health, safety and environment issues for their design and workplace.
Year: 2
Status: C
The increasing complexity of construction projects demands a significant change in the way the industry operates and in the way in which it is managed. This module aims to equip students with a range of specialist management knowledge and skills; adapted and applied within a construction management context. The module brings together the three components of operations, site and personnel management to provide a range of skills, which encompass the field of construction management. The student will develop a sound knowledge of the workings of an organisation and as a result be able to play their part in optimising the efficiency and effectiveness of a construction company.
Year: 2
Status: C
There is an increasing need for students to apply standard software packages to provide data and assist in solving design and GIS related problems. Learning is managed through the use of workbooks and exercises to develop competence in the applications. The module is examined through the production of portfolios of evidence and a report.
Year: 2
Status: C
This module develops an appreciation of the origin and form of the landscape and its influence on construction, knowledge of raw materials used in construction and an awareness of the geological and environmental considerations influencing engineering practice. The basic concepts of ground engineering are introduced. The fundamental behaviour of soils and the measurement of soil properties are studied together with the techniques and limitations of sub-soil behaviour.
Year: 2
Status: C
The module builds upon previous knowledge of fluid mechanics to prepare students to participate in the appraisal and design of public health engineering projects, within the broad context of the delivery of sustainable development. Hydrological issues and concepts will be dealt with alongside climate change Experience is also given in experimental work and report writing.
Year: 3
Status: C
This module provides undergraduate students with an opportunity to gain structured and professional work experience, in a work-based learning environment, as part of their planned programme of study. This experience allows students to develop, refine and reflect on their key personal, interpersonal, and professional skills. The placement should support significantly the development of the student's employability skills, preparation for final year and enhance their employability journey and professional development.
Year: 4
Status: C
This module brings together a number of themes which underpins and develops management skills. These include people management issues, industrial relations, Health and Safety and Maintenance Management. The module also details the use of modern communication systems used in the industry.
Year: 4
Status: C
With the proliferation of multi-format digital data there is a clear requirement for aspiring Civil Engineering professionals to acquire skills in manipulation, processing, analysis and exchange of digital data and information. This module seeks to address that requirement by placing the
management of engineering infrastructure within the context of Geographical Information Systems (GIS). Opportunities are presented to facilitate acquisition of transferable skills. Powerful analytical tools allow the GIS to extend beyond a complex databases to generate information crucial to the design and management of civil engineering infrastructure
Year: 4
Status: C
Ground engineering and the installation and construction of foundations and earth retaining structures, is imperative for all civil and structural engineers. This module is the basis for the development of such expertise and the creation of sustainable, safe design solutions.
Year: 4
Status: C
The construction industry, including the organisations and the people they employ, is always under pressure to improve its performance with respect to cost, time and quality. The module is a response to these demands, in that it examines current practice and possible areas for change in the management and estimation process and people in the construction process. In particular, it draws together the processes of tendering and estimating for construction/design and construction operations, in the context of relevant contractual and financial arrangements and the people/organisations concerned in order to provide information for improved performance. Practical applications and case studies are employed to bring reality to the classroom.
Year: 4
Status: C
Structural analysis is a key requirement for this IEng accredited degree. This modules will give the BSc students the core relevant analytical skills needed for the assessment of a range of determinate and indeterminate structures. This module is designed to link with the BSc Structural Design module (CIV529) to ensure the students can transfer analysis into practical design considerations. Thus this module will provides a level of competence in structural analysis sufficient for the evaluation, design and assessment of structural components and simple structural forms.
Year: 4
Status: C
Structural design is a key requirement for this IEng accredited degree. This module will give the BSc students the core relevant design skills in a range of current design standards (Eurocodes) and for a range of sustainable engineering materials. Thus this module will provides a level of competence in structural design sufficient for the analysis, design and assessment of structural components and simple structural forms.
Year: 4
Status: C
The module provides opportunity for intensive student directed study of an individual specialised aspect of civil engineering. It also develops competence in self management as well as written and oral communication skills.
Year: 4
Status: C
This module requires students to undertake the data gathering, analysis and conclusions for an independent, in-depth study articulated in CIV531. The need to demonstrate rigour in relation to this project and demonstrate effective research, analytical, evaluation and appraisal skills in the gathered data. Students are
expected to demonstrate an applied understanding of the theories and practices behind the analysed data and link their conclusions back to identify how this filled the previously identified knowledge gaps.
Status: O
Year: 4
This module is optional
The module builds upon previous knowledge of environmental and civil engineering studies and prepares students to participate in the design of a broad range of engineering projects. The module is firmly grounded in the principles, appreciation and application of Sustainable Development and requires the student to seek optimum solutions in several environmental challenges, across the themes of waste management, water and wastewater engineering, environmental conservation and climate change.
Status: O
Year: 4
This module is optional
This module sets out the procedures and techniques required for the design, implementation and management of transport systems. The student will assimilate knowledge of the policies, regulations and environmental aspects of transportation.
We recognise a range of qualifications for admission to our courses. In addition to the specific entry conditions for this course you must also meet the University’s General Entrance Requirements.
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BCC including
A-Level Essential:
B and C in two from Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Engineering, Biology, Geography, Applied Science or DA Science, Life and Health Science (single or double award), Technology (including Technology & Design, Design & Technology, Environmental Technology, Environmental Science and Digital Technology).
As long as the two-subject requirement is met, applicants can satisfy the requirement for one of the A level grades (or equivalent) by substituting a combination of alternative qualifications recognised by the University.
QCF Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Construction or Civil Engineering.
Award profile of DDM to include a Merit in Further Mathematics or Mathematics in Construction and the Built Environment and a Merit in Structural Mechanics or Public Health Engineering.
RQF (2019) Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Civil Engineering.
Award profile of DDM to include a Merit in Further Mathematics for Construction and a Merit in Principles and Applications of Structural Mechanics or Public Health Engineering.
RQF (2016) Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Civil Engineering.
Award profile of DMM to include a Merit in Further Mathematics for Construction and a Merit in Principles and Applications of Structural Mechanics or Public Health Engineering.
QCF Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering.
Award profile of DDM to include a Merit in Further Mathematics for Engineering Technicians and a Merit in Mechanical Technology or Mechanical Principles.
RQF (2019) Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Engineering.
Award profile of DDM to include a Merit in Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems and a Merit in Further Engineering Mathematics or Principles and Applications of Fluid Mechanics.
RQF (2016) Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Engineering.
Award profile of DMM to include a Merit in Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems and a Merit in Further Engineering Mathematics or Principles and Applications of Fluid Mechanics.
QCF Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Construction or Civil Engineering.
Award profile of DM to include a Merit in Mathematics or Further Mathematics in Construction and the Built Environment and a Merit in Structural Mechanics or Public Health Engineering plus A Level Grade C.
RQF (2019) Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Civil Engineering.
Award profile of DM to include a Merit in Further Mathematics for Construction and a Merit in Principles and Applications of Structural Mechanics or Public Health Engineering plus A Level Grade C.
RQF (2016) Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Civil Engineering.
Award profile of DM to include a Merit in Further Mathematics for Construction and a Merit in Principles and Applications of Structural Mechanics or Public Health Engineering plus A Level Grade C.
QCF Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering.
Award profile of DM to include a Merit in Mathematics or Further Mathematics for Engineering Technicians and a Merit in Mechanical Technology or Mechanical Principles plus A Level Grade C.
RQF (2019) Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Engineering
Award profile of DM to include a Merit in Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems and a Merit in Further Engineering Mathematics orPrinciples and Applications of Fluid Mechanics plus A Level Grade C.
RQF (2016) Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Engineering.
Award profile of DM to include a Merit in Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems and a Merit in Further Engineering Mathematics orPrinciples and Applications of Fluid Mechanics plus A Level Grade C.
QCF Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Construction or Civil Engineering.
Award profile of M to include a Merit in Mathematics in Construction and the Built Environment plus A Level Grades BC one of which must be from the listed A level subjects.
RQF (2019) Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Construction or Civil Engineering.
Award profile of M to include a Merit in Further Mathematics for Construction plus A Level Grades BC one of which must be from the Listed A level subjects.
(This qualification will only be accepted as meeting the subject requirement if the Merit in the required unit is taken as a standalone unit or accompanied by two A levels both of which must be from the listed A level subjects).
RQF (2016) Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Construction or Civil Engineering.
Award profile of M to include a Merit in Further Mathematics for Construction plus A Level Grades BC one of which must be from the Listed A level subjects.
(This qualification will only be accepted as meeting the subject requirement if the Merit in the required unit is taken as a standalone unit or accompanied by two A levels both of which must be from the listed A level subjects).
QCF Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering.
Award profile of M to include a Merit in Mathematics in for Engineering Technicians plus A Level Grades BC one of which must be from the listed A level subjects.
RQF (2019) Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering.
Award profile of M to include a Merit in Calculus to solve Engineering Problems plus A Level Grades BC one of which must be from the Listed A level subjects.
(This qualification will only be accepted as meeting the subject requirement if the Merit in the required unit is taken as a standalone unit or accompanied by two A levels both of which must be from the listed A level subjects).
RQF (2016) Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering.
Award profile of M to include a Merit in Calculus to solve Engineering Problems plus A Level Grades BC one of which must be from the Listed A level subjects.
(This qualification will only be accepted as meeting the subject requirement if the Merit in the required unit is taken as a standalone unit or accompanied by two A levels both of which must be from the listed A level subjects).
NOTE: If an applicant is presenting A level Mathematics then no units are required in the BTEC qualifications.
The subject requirement must be met.
Please note that OCR Cambridge Technical qualifications do not satisfy the subject requirements for this course and will be accepted as grade only when presented with A levels and BTEC qualifications in the required subjects.
104 UCAS Tariff Points to include a minimum of five subjects (four of which must be at higher level) to include English at H6 if studied at Higher Level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level. This course also requires you to achieve H3 in two subjects from Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Physics/Chemistry, Technology, Technical Drawing/Graphics, Construction, Engineering or Geography. If Mathematics is not passed at H3, you will be required to achieve a minimum of H6 if studied at Higher Level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level in addition to two of the subjects above.
Grades BCCCC to include two subjects from Physics, Mathematics, Technology, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Engineering or ICT.
Grades CDD to include 2 subjects from Physics, Mathematics, Technology, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Engineering or ICT.
Overall profile is minimum 24 points (12 at higher level) to include minimum grade 4 in HL Maths and Grade 4 in one other HL science subject. Grade 4 in English Language also required in overall profile.
Access Course (120 credit Access Course) (NI Access Course) in a Science, Technology or Engineering subject area with an overall mark of 60% to include 60% in each of the level 3 modules and to include 65% in NICATS level 2 Maths module for Year 1 entry.
Overall profile of 12 Distinctions, 30 Merits and 3 Pass (60 credit Access Course) (GB Access Course).
For full-time study, you must satisfy the General Entrance Requirements for admission to a first degree course and hold a GCSE pass at Grade C/4 or above in English Language, Grade B, C*, 5 in Mathematics.
If A Level Physics is not being offered then GCSE Double Award Science at grades BB, C*C*, 55 or 2 GCSEs at grade B, C* 5 from GCSE Physics, Chemistry, Further Maths, Geography or Technology is required.
Please note that for purposes of entry to this course the Level 2 Certificate in Essential Skills - Application of Number is NOT regarded as an acceptable alternative to GCSE Maths.
Level 2 Certificate in Essential Skills - Communication will be accepted as equivalent to GCSE English.
English language requirements for international applicants
The minimum requirement for this course is Academic IELTS 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5. Trinity ISE: Pass at level III also meets this requirement for Tier 4 visa purposes.
Ulster recognises a number of other English language tests and comparable IELTS equivalent scores.
HNC
Pass HNC in a Construction or Civil Engineering subject with overall Merit to include 60 level 4 credits at Distinction and a Merit in the Level 4 Maths module for year one entry.
HND Year 1
Pass HND (120 credits in level 5 modules) in a Construction or Civil Engineering subject. GCSE Maths Grade C/4 or an alternative Mathematics qualification acceptable to the University is also required.
HND Year 2
Pass HND in a Construction or Civil Engineering subject with overall Merit to include 30 level 5 credits at Distinction and Merit in Engineering Maths and Merit in either Structural Analysis, Hydraulics/Hydrology and Soil Mechanics.
Ulster Foundation Degree Year 1
Pass in Foundation Degree in Construction or Civil Engineering to include 40% in the 20 credit Mathematics module.
entry. Ulster Foundation Degree Year 2
Pass in Foundation Degree in Civil Engineering with an overall mark of 45%, and 45% in all taught level 5 modules, and 45% in the 20 credit Mathematics module.
For further information on the requirements for this course please contact
the administrator as listed in the Contact details section below.
Applicants who have successfully completed studies equivalent in content and level to the Year 1 modules are considered for direct entry into Year 2.
Year 1 students achieving an average of 70% or above may transfer to year 2 of the BEng Hons Civil Engineering programme. A further maths module must be passed in the summer semester.
Students graduating from this degree and wanting to pursue chartered status, normally complete the MSc in Civil & Infrastructure Engineering at Ulster, which includes a technical MSc thesis.
If placement was Undertaken at a Further Education college, there is no DPP awarded with the degree.
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Graduates from this course are now working for:
With this degree you could become:
Graduates of the programme will typically take up opportunities with civil engineering contractors, consulting engineering practices, surveying practices and government departments. The additional accreditation by the Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors significantly broadens the career base.
On the course the placement is mandatory (Year 3) and is a key part of the educational journey for our students. The year of industrial experience can be local to Northern Ireland, UK based and overseas. This year allows student to take the materials gleaned in Years 1 & 2 and to apply them in practise either in design or construction roles. Experience has shown that there is a strong correlation between placement and graduate opportunities.
This degree is accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM) comprising the Institution of Civil Engineers, Institution of Structural Engineers, Institute of Highway Engineers, the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation and the Permanent Way Institution on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer (IEng). See www.jbm.org.uk for further information.
Undergraduate fees are subject to annual review, 2025/26 fees will be announced in due course.
See our tuition fees page for the current fees for 2024/25 entry.
There are 2 prizes in Year 4, the Institute of Structural Engineers Proficiency in Structural Subjects & the newly introduced Fitzpatrick Memorial Prize for best final year thesis.
Protective Footwear
During your time at Ulster, field trips and laboratory work must be completed and you are required to have a set of safety shoes (Steel toe capped boots or shoes). As part of the Ulster risk management strategy you are required to have this Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the above named activities, failure to have these items will result in exclusion from field trips and laboratory work. Investing in such PPE will benefit you during your studies, placement and when you graduate.
Survey Camp
Survey camp is now held on the old Jordanstown campus. This survey camp is scheduled in semester 2, generally in week 12, the exact details will be confirmed by the Module Coordinator. You will be required to either travel to survey camp for the duration of the surveying exercise . As part of the survey camp it is expected that you wear appropriate footwear and wet weather clothing is required.
It is important to remember that costs associated with accommodation, travel (including car parking charges) and normal living will need to be covered in addition to tuition fees.
Where a course has additional mandatory expenses (in addition to tuition fees) we make every effort to highlight them above. We aim to provide students with the learning materials needed to support their studies. Our libraries are a valuable resource with an extensive collection of books and journals, as well as first-class facilities and IT equipment. Computer suites and free Wi-Fi are also available on each of the campuses.
There are additional fees for graduation ceremonies, examination resits and library fines.
Students choosing a period of paid work placement or study abroad as a part of their course should be aware that there may be additional travel and living costs, as well as tuition fees.
See the tuition fees on our student guide for most up to date costs.
We know that choosing to study at university is a big decision, and you may not always be able to find the information you need online.
Please contact Ulster University with any queries or questions you might have about:
For any queries regarding getting help with your application, please select Admissions in the drop down below.
For queries related to course content, including modules and placements, please select Course specific information.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Ulster continues to develop and support sustainability initiatives with our staff, students, and external partners across various aspects of teaching, research, professional services operations, and governance.
At Ulster every person, course, research project, and professional service area on every campus either does or can contribute in some way towards the global sustainability and climate change agenda.
We are guided by both our University Strategy People, Place and Partnerships: Delivering Sustainable Futures for All and the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Our work in this area is already being recognised globally. Most recently by the 2024 Times Higher Education Impact rating where we were recognised as Joint 5th Globally for Outreach Activities and Joint Top 20 Globally for Sustainable Development Goal 17: Partnership for the Goals.
Visit our Sustainability at Ulster destination to learn more about how the University strategy and the activities of Ulster University support each of the Sustainable Development Goals.
