Civil Engineering Apprenticeship
Civil Engineering Apprenticeship
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Civil Engineering Apprenticeship
ABOUT THE COURSE
Overview
Civil engineers provide technical and management input to develop design solutions for complex civil engineering problems. They work as part of a team of engineers and other construction professionals across all lifecycle stages of civil engineering infrastructure, including development, design, construction, commissioning, operation, maintenance and decommissioning.
Occupation profile
A civil engineer will be required to have a broad skills base to work in areas including:
Sustainable construction
Structural integrity
Geotechnics (engineering behaviour of earth materials)
Materials
Tunnelling
Marine and coastal engineering
Water
Waste management
Flood management
Transportation
Power
Civil engineers might work in public and private sector organisations including:
Local authorities
Central government departments and agencies
Engineering consultancy practices
Contracting firms
Research and development organisations
DELIVERY
This 4.5-year apprenticeship, plus six months for the End Point Assessment, is delivered through a day-release model at our Docklands Campus. The overall time can be shortened depending on the candidate’s entry qualifications.
Entry requirements: Potential apprentices must:
Be employed in the field of study
Be over 18
Have at least two A levels or equivalent, including A2 Mathematics (minimum grade C)
Have GCSE English and Mathematics at A–C, or grade 4 and above
Fees per apprentice for the whole duration (paid monthly; estimate):
Levy employer: £27,000 - an estimated £562 per month from company levy.
Non-levy employer: please email degreeapprenticeships@uel.ac.uk or call +44 (0)20 8223 2337 for more information.
The apprentice will not be required to pay any fees.
Progression: on completion, full-time employment and additional CPD as required.
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HOW TO GET INVOLVED
Our usual offer is an intensive, day-release block mode scheme. We may also consider concentrated teaching blocks over multiple days where numbers allow, and where geographical limitations make this necessary. If you are an employer with a distinct cohort, we can customise delivery to suit your needs.
We are also interested in hearing from employers and providers who would like to join one of our Trailblazer groups, which design and develop apprenticeships.
Please get in touch if you:
- would like to become an employer partner of UEL and let us help you find the right apprentices for you.
- are interested in any of the apprenticeship degree courses we are currently running or the new ones we are developing.
- would like to explore creating new apprenticeships and join a Trailblazer group with us.
CONTACT US
degreeapprenticeships@uel.ac.uk
+44 (0) 20 8223 2337
University of East London
Academic Partnerships Office
Docklands Campus, University Way
London E16 2RD
uel.ac.uk/apprenticeships
The information on this webpage reflects the course details as they are at the time of publication and is subject to change. The information is included as a guide to course content only.
Civil Engineering Apprenticeship FAQs
Who is this apprenticeship for?
People aged 18+ who are employed in civil engineering and want to study while working.
How long does it take to complete?
4.5 years, plus around six months for the End Point Assessment.
Where is it taught and how is it delivered?
Day-release teaching at Docklands Campus (with possible block delivery for cohorts where needed).
What are the entry requirements?
You must be employed in the field, over 18, have two A levels (including A2 Maths, min grade C or equivalent), and GCSE English and Maths at A–C / grade 4+.
Do apprentices pay tuition fees?
No. Fees are covered through apprenticeship funding; the apprentice pays nothing.
How much does it cost employers?
Levy employers pay £27,000 across the programme (estimated £562/month). Non-levy employers should contact UEL for costs.
Can delivery be customised for employer cohorts?
Yes. UEL may offer concentrated teaching blocks for cohorts where needed.
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