BEng Engineering (Civil and Environmental)

This programme is uniquely designed to give you hands-on experience at the intersection of civil engineering and environmental sustainability, preparing you to tackle some of the world's most pressing infrastructure challenges. You'll have access to specialised facilities in the Fraser Noble Building and our Environmental Engineering Laboratories, where you'll work with equipment dedicated to water quality analysis, environmental monitoring, and sustainable infrastructure testing. 

Here’s how you’ll gain practical, industry-relevant experience:

• Environmental Engineering Software: You'll gain proficiency in tools including AutoCAD for design, Revit for BIM, and specialised software like Modflow for groundwater modelling and HEC-RAS for river analysis.

• Scottish Environmental Projects: You'll work on group design projects focused on Scotland's specific environmental challenges, such as sustainable drainage systems, coastal protection, and water resource management.

• Environmental Hydraulics Laboratory: You'll use our flow measurement equipment and hydraulic benches to model water and environmental processes, including sediment transport and pollution dispersion.

• Water Quality Laboratory: You'll conduct water analysis using our environmental chemistry equipment, testing parameters relevant to civil engineering projects and environmental impact assessments.

• Field Monitoring Equipment: You'll use environmental monitoring tools for field measurements of water quality, air quality, and environmental parameters relevant to civil engineering projects.

Graduates from Aberdeen’s Civil and Environmental Engineering degree consistently launch into fulfilling careers as Civil Engineer, Structural Designer, Bridge Engineer, or Graduate Transport Engineer. 

Here’s how Aberdeen supports your career journey:

• Career Services & Employability Support
  The Careers & Employability Service is ready to help from day one with one-to-one career advice, CV and interview workshops, job and internship listings via MyCareerHub, and regular employer networking events—connecting you directly with leading companies. 

• Employment Stats & Salary Figures

  • According to HESA data, the median salary for graduates across civil and environmental engineering is approximately £30,000 at 15 months, rising to £34,000 at three years and £38,500 at five years. 

  • DiscoverUni confirms the average graduate income is £31,500 at 15 months, with continued growth up to £37,500 after five years. 

• University–Industry Partnerships
  Your degree includes industry-linked elements such as level-4 project work with real engineering firms, guest lectures, and field visits—building both knowledge and professional networks. 

• Accreditation & Long-Term Value
  This programme is professionally accredited by ICE, IStructE, CIHT, and IHE—via the Joint Board of Moderators—fulfilling academic requirements for Incorporated Engineer (IEng) and partially for Chartered Engineer (CEng) (subject to further learning). 

• Graduation Outcomes & Recognition
  Aberdeen engineers are sought after across diverse sectors—from infrastructure to renewables—known for practical expertise and industry readiness.

Further Academic Progression:
Once you complete your BEng, several exciting pathways are open:

• MEng Civil and Environmental Engineering at Aberdeen offers a seamless progression and positions you well for full CEng chartership.

• Pursue MSc or PhD study in fields like sustainable infrastructure, environmental protection, or digital modelling for climate resilience.