MEng Civil Engineering

This MEng programme is designed to transform you into a future industry leader through exceptional hands-on experience that bridges advanced theory with professional practice. You'll have access to our world-class facilities, including our dedicated structures laboratory, hydraulics laboratory, and geotechnics research centre where you'll work with equipment that mirrors professional industry standards.

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

• Advanced Engineering Software: You'll master sophisticated tools including Revit for Building Information Modelling (BIM), ABAQUS for finite element analysis, and Plaxis for advanced geotechnical design, preparing you for complex engineering challenges.

• Major Design Project: A highlight of your final year is this research-intensive group project where you'll tackle complex, industry-relevant challenges, developing crucial leadership and innovative problem-solving skills.

• Structures Laboratory: You'll conduct experiments in our heavy structures lab featuring strong floors and modern loading frames for testing full-scale structural components and systems.

• Hydrodynamics Laboratory: You'll use advanced wave generation equipment and flow channels to model complex environmental processes and test hydraulic structures.

• Field Investigation: The curriculum includes site visits to major infrastructure projects and construction sites, providing crucial context for your research and design work.

Graduates from Aberdeen’s MEng Civil Engineering programme frequently begin their careers in roles like Chartered Civil Engineer, Structural Design Engineer, Bridge Engineer, or Graduate Transport Engineer.

Here’s how the University supports your journey:

• Career Services & Employability Support
  The University’s Careers & Employability Service offers one-to-one coaching, CV and interview workshops, and access to the MyCareerHub portal for internship and graduate job opportunities—helping you bridge from study to your career with tailored support. 

• Employment Stats & Salary Figures

  • Median starting salary at 15 months post-graduation: £30,000—rising to £34,000 at three years and £38,500 at five years. 

  • A healthy 90% of graduates are in roles where their degree skills are essential or beneficial within 15 months. 

• University–Industry Partnerships
  Throughout the degree, you'll benefit from strong engagement with industry through guest lectures, site visits, and real-world design projects—all designed in collaboration with engineering firms. 

• Accreditation & Long-Term Professional Value
  The MEng is fully accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators, including ICE, IStructE, CIHT, and IHE, meeting the academic standards required for Chartered Engineer (CEng) status right out of graduation. 

• Graduation Outcomes & Reputation
  Aberdeen is celebrated for producing technically capable and workplace-ready graduates, especially in infrastructure, renewables, and civil design sectors—backed by modern labs and hydraulic facilities. 

Further Academic Progression:
After completing your MEng, exciting paths are open to you:

• You’ll be academically qualified for Chartered Engineer (CEng) registration right away.

• Explore advanced study via MSc or PhD, particularly in areas like structural dynamics, transport systems, or sustainable infrastructure—supported by Aberdeen’s research leadership.