Programme summary for BSc (Hons) Civil Engineering
About the programme
The University of East London which has evolved from North East London Polytechnic has over 100 years of experience in teaching engineering and has developed programmes that reflect current practices and give students the opportunity to develop an understanding of engineering applications and learning skills. The programmes contain a large proportion of laboratory and practical work to reinforce the theories and practices learnt in the classroom with 'hands on' experience developed through field courses. The programmes also provide an opportunity to study the fundamental knowledge and theories required by all Civil Engineers and apply these to the practical work environment.
Programme structure
Study is based on three years full-time and the programme is modular with 11 core modules and a number of optional modules in Level 2 and 3, which allows for intakes in both September and February. The BSc (Hons) in Civil Engineering will have a common first year with the current UEL full-time FdSc in Civil Engineering.
Career opportunities
Opportunities are available in civil, structural, water engineering, geotechnics, IT or highways and transportation. Many graduates have also successfully moved into careers in business, management and finance.
Support
The School prides itself on its student support systems. Personal development tutors, Personal Tutors and Programme leaders will monitor your progress and can provide assistance and advice with academic and personal problems.
The School facilities include dedicated computer labs and technical support is readily available supported by academics.
Employer links are maintained through our Industrial Liaison Group and employers are invited to attend the University to talk to students about careers in civil engineering. The professional bodies also visit the University regularly and provide details on the qualification process and the advantages available to members.
Admission
The entry requirement is 240 UCAS tariff points. Advanced entry at Level 3 is possible upon the successful completion of the UEL FdSc in Civil Engineering. Entry is also possible for Extended BEng Civil Engineering students who have obtained an overall average of 40% in Level 0. Entry is possible in both semester A & B. If English is not the candidates’ first language, they will need to demonstrate satisfactory English language skills by achieving an overall IELTS score of 6.0, not less than 5.5 in each component. The admission process is governed by UEL’s policy on Equality and Diversity and therefore access to the programme is promoted through the universities Education and Community Partnership Unit to under-represented and socially excluded communities. Admissions practices are to be free from unlawfully discriminatory criteria. Questions relating to the applicant's race, ethnic origin, age, disability, religion, gender, colour, sexuality, marital status or family responsibility do not form part of the selection process.
Key facts
You can start many programmes in either September or February and applications are simple to make. Click below to:
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