Civil Engineering Jointly offered with SIT

Students in the Civil Engineering (Joint Degree with SIT) program at the University of Glasgow experience an education defined by hands-on learning, extensive industry engagement, and access to state-of-the-art laboratories and tools. From your very first year, you’ll gain practical engineering experience through studio-based projects, use of specialist software, group work, and participation in real industry environments—including a remarkable three-week Overseas Immersion Programme (OIP) in Glasgow. This focus on experiential learning means you’re not just studying engineering—you’re living it, applying classroom theories to authentic projects, industry placements, and problem-solving opportunities alongside renowned faculty and peers.

Some highlights of what you can expect with experiential learning in this program:

• Access to the SIT’s and University of Glasgow’s advanced laboratories—including a fully equipped Geotechnical Laboratory with automated triaxial testing equipment.

• Participation in group design projects—such as conceptualizing a state-of-the-art museum in Glasgow during the OIP, followed by presentation and reporting.

• Use of professional civil engineering software for modeling, simulation, and project management.

• Regular field trips, including site investigations at real construction projects in Singapore, to compare laboratory and field results.

• An eight-month Integrated Work Study Programme (IWSP), providing paid placement with civil engineering companies, where you’ll gain deep industry immersion and develop capstone projects based around real-world challenges faced by your IWSP company.

• Small group workshops and tutorials that focus on critical thinking and interdisciplinary teamwork with students from fields like computer science.

• Access to the James Watt School of Engineering resources during your time in Glasgow, plus SIT’s engineering library, student project spaces, and digital tools.

• Opportunities to connect with research-active staff, participate in institute-hosted networking events, and use industry-aligned digital tools for collaboration and research.

Graduates of the Civil Engineering (Joint Degree with SIT) at the University of Glasgow are highly sought-after, with 97.9% employment within six months of graduation—a testament to the program’s strong industry alignment and real-world focus. Typical job roles include Civil Engineer, Structural Engineer, Project Manager, and Geotechnical Engineer, with graduates working both locally and globally in consultancies, construction firms, and public sector agencies. You’ll be well-prepared for a rewarding and secure career thanks to extensive hands-on experience and industry engagement.

• The SIT Career Services support students with dedicated career coaching, CV clinics, employer recruitment fairs, and exclusive workshops to boost employability.

• Outstanding graduate outcomes: 97.9% of the first cohort employed within six months; many received pre-graduation job offers from their integrated work placements (IWSP), and reported a median starting salary of S$3,300–3,500 (mean salary up to S$3,598).

• Strong university–industry partnerships: Major industry partners co-design curriculum, offer placement opportunities, and provide mentorship—ensuring students gain direct, relevant experience with top employers.

• Accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Board (EAB, Singapore), supporting your pathway to Professional Engineer status—your degree holds long-term value and global recognition.

• Graduates join a network ranked in the top 100 in the world for Civil Engineering, benefiting from the University of Glasgow’s outstanding reputation and proven employability track record.

Further Academic Progression:
Graduates may continue their studies with a relevant postgraduate qualification such as the MSc in Civil Engineering or MSc in Civil Engineering & Management at the University of Glasgow, which enhance expertise, open up advanced engineering and management roles, and fulfill requirements for Chartered Engineer (CEng) registration.