BEng Honours Civil Engineering

This programme is designed to give you a fantastic hands-on education, blending strong theoretical knowledge with practical application from day one. You'll have access to our excellent facilities in the Cassie Building, which houses modern civil engineering laboratories, including structures, hydraulics, and geotechnics labs where you can test designs and understand material behaviour in real-world conditions. Your learning is enhanced by industry-standard software and features challenging group projects that simulate the professional environment you'll enter after graduation.

Here’s how you’ll gain valuable practical experience:

• Industry-Standard Software: You'll develop skills in essential professional tools including AutoCAD for technical drawing, Revit for Building Information Modelling (BIM), and specialist analysis software used in civil engineering design.

• Design Projects: Each year features practical design projects where you'll work in teams to solve complex civil engineering problems, developing crucial project management and teamwork skills.

• Structures Laboratory: You'll test building materials and structural components using our modern testing equipment, gaining hands-on understanding of structural behavior and material performance.

• Hydraulics Laboratory: You'll use our flow channels and water testing equipment to model hydraulic processes and environmental systems relevant to civil engineering projects.

• Geotechnical Engineering Equipment: You'll work with soil testing apparatus to investigate ground conditions and foundation design principles.

• Site Visits: The course includes visits to local construction projects and infrastructure sites, providing valuable insight into real-world engineering practices.

• The Cassie Building: You'll learn in our purpose-built engineering facility that provides workshop spaces, design studios, and computing labs tailored for engineering education.

• Placement Opportunities: You can choose to take a professional placement year with industry partners, gaining valuable work experience with support from the University's Careers Service.

Graduates of the BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering programme at Newcastle University are well-equipped to embark on successful careers in various sectors. Typical roles include:

• Graduate Civil Engineer

• Graduate Structural Engineer

• Consultant to Architect

• Design-Build Contractor

These positions are supported by the university's strong industry connections and comprehensive career services.

Key aspects of the programme include:

• Accreditation: The degree is accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM), comprising the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE), the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation (CIHT), and the Institute of Highway Engineers (IHE). This accreditation satisfies the educational base for becoming a Chartered Engineer (CEng) upon completion of further professional development.

• Employment Support: The university offers robust career services, including CV workshops, interview preparation, and job fairs, to assist students in securing employment.

• Industry Partnerships: The programme benefits from strong links with industry, providing students with opportunities for placements and projects that enhance practical experience.

• Graduate Outcomes: While specific statistics for this programme are not detailed, the university's overall employability rate for engineering graduates is high, with many securing positions in leading engineering firms.

Further Academic Progression:

After completing the BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering degree, graduates have several pathways for further academic development:

• MSc Programmes: Graduates can pursue Master's degrees in specialised areas such as Structural Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or Transport Planning.

• PhD Research: For those interested in research, the university offers opportunities to undertake PhD studies in various civil engineering disciplines.

• Professional Development: Graduates can also engage in continuous professional development courses to further their expertise and career prospects.