MEng Civil Engineering (Enterprise)

This program is uniquely designed to blend cutting-edge engineering theory with real-world business application, ensuring you graduate as a well-rounded industry innovator. You'll gain hands-on experience in our state-of-the-art facilities, like the new Engineering Building A, which houses specialist labs and collaborative learning spaces. Your learning will be powered by industry-standard software and include major team projects that tackle genuine engineering challenges, preparing you to lead and manage complex ventures from day one of your career.

Here’s a snapshot of the practical experiences that set this degree apart:

• Industry-Standard Software: You'll develop expertise in critical software packages used by top engineering firms, including Tekla for Building Information Modelling (BIM), ANSYS for finite element analysis, and AutoCAD for design and drafting.

• The Manchester Project: A cornerstone of your final year is this intensive, multidisciplinary group project. You'll work in a team to design a complex civil engineering solution from concept to completion, directly applying your enterprise skills in project management, budgeting, and innovation.

• Specialist Laboratories: You will have access to our renowned Structures Laboratory, equipped with strong floors and modern loading frames, and the Geotechnics Laboratory, which includes a geotechnical centrifuge for modelling soil-structure interaction.

• Field Trips: The curriculum includes relevant site visits and field trips to major UK infrastructure projects, providing invaluable insight into real-world construction practices, ground engineering, and project management.

• Enterprise in Action: The 'Enterprise' aspect is delivered by Alliance Manchester Business School, where you'll learn project finance and management, and have opportunities to engage with the University's Innovation Factory for entrepreneurial support.

• Dedicated Resources: You will benefit from the vast resources of the University of Manchester Library, one of the UK's top research libraries, with extensive specialist engineering collections and databases.

• Research Institutes: Your studies are informed by the pioneering work of the Department of Mechanical, Aerospace & Civil Engineering (MACE) and its research groups, particularly in areas like Future Infrastructure and Resilience Engineering.

Graduating from this unique program positions you not just as an engineer, but as a future leader equipped to manage major projects and drive innovation within the global construction and infrastructure sector. Your combination of technical expertise and enterprise skills makes you exceptionally attractive to top employers, opening doors to prestigious graduate schemes and leadership tracks. Our graduates are known for their ability to bridge the gap between complex engineering design and successful business delivery.

Here’s how the University of Manchester sets you up for success:

• Dedicated Careers Support: You will have access to the University's Careers Service throughout your studies and after graduation. They offer specialised engineering career fairs, one-to-one advisory sessions, and exclusive events with major employers to help you secure your ideal role.

• Strong Employment Outcomes: The University reports strong graduate outcomes, with the Department of Mechanical, Aerospace and Civil Engineering (MACE) highlighting that graduates are highly sought after. Many secure roles with leading names in the industry, contributing to a competitive starting salary that is consistently above the national average for engineers.

• Industry Partnerships: The university has deep-rooted connections with industry giants, including Atkins, Arup, Jacobs, and Laing O'Rourke. These partnerships often translate into live project briefs, guest lectures from industry experts, and sponsorship opportunities, providing invaluable real-world insight and networking.

• Path to Chartered Status: This MEng degree is accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM), fully satisfying the educational base for a Chartered Engineer (CEng). This is a globally recognised credential that significantly enhances your career prospects and earning potential.

• Diverse Graduate Roles: Our graduates quickly move into high-impact roles such as Graduate Project Manager, Structural Engineer, Construction Management Trainee, and Entrepreneurial Consultant, working on some of the world's most exciting engineering challenges.

Further Academic Progression:
Your MEng degree provides a superb foundation for further specialist study. You could choose to pursue an EngD (Engineering Doctorate) or a PhD in a focused area like structural integrity, geotechnics, or construction project management, often right here at Manchester. The university also offers a range of MSc programmes for additional specialisation, such as Commercial Project Management or Structural Engineering, allowing you to tailor your expertise even further to your career ambitions. Your enterprise background also perfectly positions you for an MBA later in your career to transition into senior executive leadership.