BEng Civil Engineering at University of Manchester

Programme overview

Society needs civil engineers now more than ever, and our graduates are the most sought-after in the UK (High Fliers, 2026). Benefit from our 200-year history of innovation, here at the first English university to offer an engineering degree. Study at a Top Six University for Civil Engineering (QS World Rankings, 2026).

What you will study

During the first two years, the course is broad-based and covers topics such as structural analysis, hydraulics, geotechnics, construction materials, engineering design, project management, and mathematics. In the final year, you undertake an individual research project and have options to study emerging subjects crucial to the future of society such as renewable energy systems and resource efficiency and management. Year 1 compulsory units include Hydraulics 1, Materials 1 (Civil), Geotechnics 1, Design 1 (Civil), Building Physics & Services, Mechanics (Civil).

Career pathways

Ranked within the Top Six Universities to study Civil Engineering in the UK (QS World Rankings, 2025), you will be equipped with the sought-after skills, close industry links, and world-class education set to give you a headstart.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A-level: AAA including Mathematics, Physics, and one other subject. If you do not have the required grades or subjects you may want to consider our integrated foundation year. International Baccalaureate: 36 points overall with 6,6,6 at Higher Level, including Mathematics, Physics, and one other subject. We accept Mathematics: analysis and approaches or Mathematics: applications and interpretation. GCSE: Applicants must demonstrate a broad general education, typically five GCSEs/IGCSEs, including acceptable levels of literacy and numeracy, equivalent to at least Grade C/4 in GCSE/IGCSE English Language and Mathematics. English language: IELTS 6.5 overall with no subskill below 6.5. Interview: We do not hold interviews but applicants who receive an offer may be invited to a virtual webinar or an on-campus offer holder day which generally take place on Wednesday afternoons from February to April.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Home (UK) students Source

International applicants: GBP 37,500 a year (2027/28). International students Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years

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

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