MEng Civil with Structural Engineering at University of Brighton

Programme overview

Structural engineers play a vital role in shaping the world around us by designing and building safe, reliable structures and finding solutions to future infrastructure challenges. They make sure our built environment can withstand natural forces to help keep communities safe for generations. Our Civil with Structural Engineering MEng degree offers an extra year of study at masters level to develop strong leadership skills and technical knowledge to prepare you for a career as a highly skilled structural engineer.

Faculty: School of Architecture, Technology and Engineering | Department: Civil Engineering | Duration: full-time: 4 years; with placement year: 5 years | Study mode: full-time (integrated master) (optional placement year) | Intake: 2027 entry | Location: Brighton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You will explore the fundamental elements of civil engineering in relation to business, society and the sustainability of the built and natural environment. You will also undertake a group project linked to the Engineering for People Design Challenge. This module covers basic material science relating to construction materials such as timber, steel, concrete, masonry, polymers and bituminous materials. You will develop an understanding of commonly used construction materials, and the ability to evaluate the performance of different materials and to identify a variety of failure types. Modules include Construction Materials, Mathematics for Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Practice, Land and Construction Surveying, Structural and Stress Analysis, Engineering Geology and Soil Mechanics, Structural Analysis, Road Infrastructure Engineering, Concrete Technology and Design of Reinforced Concrete Structures, Computational Mechanics.

Career pathways

We have opportunities for further study at postgraduate level in this field with our Civil Engineering MSc. Beyond your course, our Careers and Employability team are here to support you as you discover (and rediscover) your strengths and what matters to you.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A-levels AAA–BBB. A-level maths, or its equivalent, is normally a requirement for entry. BTEC Extended Diploma DDD–DMM. Should include at least an M in further maths. International Baccalaureate 30 points, with three subjects at Higher level. Higher level subjects to include maths at grade 5. UCAS tariff 120–144 points. Access to HE Diploma Pass with 60 credits overall. Engineering or science. At least 45 credits at level 3, with 24 credits at merit or above with overall distinction profile. Must achieve level 3 maths with distinction. Foundation degree/HND International foundation may be considered. HND may be considered for year 2 entry. English language requirements. If English is not your first language, IELTS 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each element.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). First-year tuition fee, full-time; fees may rise in later years. Source

International applicants: GBP 18,108 a year (2026/27). First-year tuition fee, full-time; fees may rise in later years. Source

Intake: 2027 entry

Duration: full-time: 4 years; with placement year: 5 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com/ucas/undergraduate/register

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