BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering (Graduate Apprenticeship) at University of the Highlands and Islands

Programme overview

A Graduate Apprenticeship in civil engineering developed with employers and professional bodies, combining block-release teaching with learning in the workplace. The degree is accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators.

Duration: Full-time: 4 years (block-release, work-based) | Intake: September | Study mode: full-time | Location: Inverness, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 covers Civil engineering technology, Construction materials, Geotechnical engineering 1, Maths for civil engineering 1, Site surveying and Structural engineering 1; later years add Hydrological engineering, Highway engineering, Civil engineering measurement and contract law, professional practice modules, a dissertation, Planning and project management and a work-based project.

Career pathways

Graduates are eligible to apply for professional qualification as an Incorporated Engineer (IEng); progression to MSc Civil Engineering or MSc Engineering and Built Environment Management.

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Application information

Entry requirements

3 Scottish Highers at grades BBC or above including Maths plus one other STEM subject, or 2 A levels at grades BC or above in Maths plus one other STEM subject; alternatively NC Civil Engineering or a Foundation Apprenticeship Civil Engineering. Applicants must be in full-time employment as a trainee Civil Engineer or Civil Engineering Technician with employer approval before applying, and have reliable internet access and a computer. Advanced entry: year 2 with Modern Apprenticeship (HNC) or HNC Civil Engineering plus equivalent experience; year 3 with DipHE or HND Civil Engineering plus 2 years' industry experience; year 4 with BEng Civil Engineering plus 3 years' industry experience.

Domestic applicants: GBP 1,820 a year (2026/27). Scotland-domiciled, full-time (120 credits) per year; course fees are funded by SAAS. Source

Intake: September

Duration: Full-time: 4 years (block-release, work-based)

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