From the world’s tallest buildings and most spectacular bridges, to airports, highways, hospitals, rail networks and flood defence, civil engineers provide the critical infrastructure that makes our world work. Through BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering degree students will learn to apply the principles of structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, hydraulics and hydrology, environmental engineering, materials, surveying and construction.
Students will discover the latest techniques and developments, such as low- carbon materials and sustainability. For this degree, the University of Hertfordshire has a strategic partnership with the world-renowned BRE to give students the access to specialist facilities, projects and lectures. To become professionally recognised as a Chartered Engineer, graduates from the programme will be required to complete approved CEng Further Learning.
The School has a reputation for innovation in teaching and learning, where nearly all modules are delivered through a combination of traditional face-to-face teaching and backup tutorial's using the University's StudyNet web based facility.
Employment prospects for civil engineers are strong, both in the UK and overseas. The UK government recently announced major infrastructure projects worth around £460bn, while global construction is expected to grow by some 75% by 2025. Graduates can go on to careers in multinational consultancies, as well as smaller design and project management companies, utility companies and the public sector.
This course offers students the opportunity to enhance their study and CV with a sandwich year abroad. The University has partnerships with over 150 universities around the world, including the USA, Canada, Asia, Africa, Australia, South America and closer to home in Europe. Moreover, students have the chance to explore career possibilities, make valuable contacts and gain sought after professional skills by through work placement.
