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BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering (Graduate Apprenticeship) at University of the West of Scotland

University of the West of Scotland, United Kingdom

Programme overview

The UWS Graduate Apprenticeship BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering emphasises work-based learning, with typically one day per week in-person attendance at UWS Paisley Campus. This accredited degree by the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM), including major engineering institutions, meets academic requirements for registration as an Incorporated Engineer (IEng) and partly fulfils the academic criteria for Chartered Engineer (CEng) status.

Duration: 4 years, full-time company-based learning (with in-person attendance at UWS Paisley Campus required – typically 1 day every week).  |  Study mode: full-time; graduate apprenticeship  |  Intake: Paisley: September  |  Location: Paisley, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

This course fully embraces the principles of work-based learning. It's delivered over four years, with option for advanced entry depending on prior qualifications and experience. You will undertake 120 credits per year (three trimesters per year). Work-based learning and work-based assessment will be the basis of the course. Year 1: Work-based Learning, Applied Mathematics, Engineering Mechanics, Introduction to Engineering, Python Fundamentals. Year 2: Work-based Learning 2, Hydraulics, Design of Structural Elements, Mathematics for Design, Civil Engineering Materials. Year 3: Work-based Learning 3, Structural Engineering 1, Water Resources Engineering, Applied Soil Mechanics, Group Project. Year 4: Work-based Learning 4, Modern Practice in Construction Management, Structural Engineering 3, Advanced Construction Materials, Ground and Highway Engineering.

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Entry requirements

Graduate Apprenticeships are available to current employees and new hires. All applications are individually evaluated. If your qualifications are not listed, various factors are considered including alternative combinations of qualifications and experience. Experienced applicants should also apply Accreditation of Prior Learning/Experiential Learning will be used to review application. The GA will have entry points at Years 1, 2 and 3 of each academic year. Entry qualifications for the Graduate Apprenticeship (GA) require residency in Scotland before starting, with both your residency and workplace located in Scotland. Year 1: Scottish Highers: Standard Entry Requirements: BCCC (90 UCAS Tariff points) including Maths, plus National 5 Physics at B; A Levels: CCC (96 UCAS Tariff points) including Maths and Physics. T Levels: Full T Level with Grade P (A*-C) in relevant subject (96 Tariff points), plus GCSE English and Maths at C/5 or above; Irish Leaving Certificate: H3H3H3H4 including Maths and Physics; Foundation Apprenticeship/Modern Apprenticeship; HNC/D: Level of entry and/or credit awarded being subject to the content of the programme; Employment / Experience Requirements; All applicants must be in employment and be supported by their employer for the duration of their studies. Advanced Entry; For Advanced Entry, apprentices are required to have completed a relevant MA or have a minimum of 1 year of sector specific work experience at a level equivalent to the point of entry. Applicants with HNC and HND qualifications will also be considered for advanced entry. Applicants may also be considered with other academic, vocational or professional qualifications deemed to be equivalent. Applicants can apply for admission based on Accreditation of Prior Learning / Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning in accordance with the University’s RPL guidelines. Contact us for more information. English language: IELTS Academic 6.0 overall with no sub-test below 5.5.

Domestic applicants: GBP 1,820 a year (2026/27). Scottish: cost per year of study (usually paid by the Scottish Government via SAAS*) Source

Intake: Paisley: September

Duration: 4 years, full-time company-based learning (with in-person attendance at UWS Paisley Campus required

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