BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering at University of Greater Manchester

Programme overview

Civil engineers build the world according to people’s constantly evolving needs and to increasingly demanding specifications. The University of Greater Manchester's BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering is an exciting opportunity to develop a deep understanding of civil engineering’s key principles and applications, helping you build a rewarding career in the sector.

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4.5 years part-time | Study mode: full-time, part-time, foundation year route available | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Bolton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules (a mix of compulsory and optional) include Digital Technologies and Professional Skills, Geospatial Surveying, Mathematical Methods for Civil Engineering, Sustainable Construction and Materials 1, Soil Mechanics and Hydraulics, Structural Analysis and Conceptual Design, Construction Management and Digital Skills, Transport Engineering and Materials II, Structural Analysis and Detailed Design, Hydrology and Environmental Engineering, Research Methods and Professional Practice, Geotechnics and Geospatial Surveying, Geotechnical Engineering, Project and Environmental Managememnt, among others.

Career pathways

Completing our BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering degree will prepare you for a career in the construction industry as well as in the wider business, management and financial sectors. Recent graduates have been employed by civil and structural engineering practices, local authorities, government agencies and civil engineering contractors.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

104 UCAS points. Your Level 3 subjects must include mathematics and a science subject; for instance, A-level Mathematics and Physics or BTEC Extended Diploma in Engineering or Construction (you should choose units in additional mathematics and analytical subjects such as structural mechanics or environmental science). You should also have five GCSEs at grade 4/C or above (or equivalent), including English, Mathematics and Science. If you have a Level 3 apprenticeship in a relevant area, or non-traditional entry qualifications and relevant experience, or a suitable portfolio of work that we consider a reasonable substitute for the qualifications we typically accept for this course, then we'll be happy to consider your application. If you have an HND/C in an appropriate engineering discipline, then we'll consider you for entry to level HE5 of this programme, depending on the subject area of qualification and the level of maths and science that you have achieved. You may be asked to undertake additional assessment(s) to determine your suitability for the course.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Home/EU tuition fee, first year of study; total course fee £29,370 Source

International applicants: GBP 17,500 a year (2026/27). International tuition fee, first year of study; total course fee £52,500 Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4.5 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://evision.bolton.ac.uk/urd/sits.urd/run/siw_ipp_lgn.login?process=siw_ipp_app&code1=H206-D&code2=0039

Explore more study programmes

Engineering