Civil and Structural Engineering BEng (Hons)
University of Bradford
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Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)

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Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)

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This BEng programme equips you with the underlying knowledge and skills you need to become a creative Civil and Structural Engineer, capable of planning, designing and overseeing the construction of sustainable structures and transport infrastructure systems.Civil and Structural Engineering involves the design, construction and maintenance and repair infrastructure such as roads and bridges, buildings, and underground transport systems.You’ll develop a broad knowledge of geotechnical, ...Read more

This BEng programme equips you with the underlying knowledge and skills you need to become a creative Civil and Structural Engineer, capable of planning, designing and overseeing the construction of sustainable structures and transport infrastructure systems.Civil and Structural Engineering involves the design, construction and maintenance and repair infrastructure such as roads and bridges, buildings, and underground transport systems.You’ll develop a broad knowledge of geotechnical, structural, environmental and management aspects of civil engineering, and gain the computing, mathematical, drawing and communication skills you need as an engineer.On completion of the programme you’ll be able to enter a range of graduate civil engineering roles. Our employability rate is 97% - one of the highest in the UK. You’ll be joining a dynamic profession with a high demand for skilled graduates, and contribute to the prosperity of our society.We also offer a 4-year MEng version of the programme. The additional academic year enables further study of the technical and managerial aspects of civil and structural engineering, and provides the fastest route to Chartered Engineer status.


Professional accreditation

This degree is accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM) comprising the Institution of Civil Engineers, Institution of Structural Engineers, Institute of Highway Engineers, and the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation on behalf of the Engineering Council as:1. Fully satisfying the educational base for an Incorporated Engineer (IEng)2. Partially satisfying the educational base for a Chartered Engineer (CEng)A programme of accredited Further Learning will be required to complete the educational base for CEng.The degree is also recognised by ENAEE (European Network for Accreditation of Engineering Education).


Rankings

Civil Engineering at the University of Bradford is ranked 7th in the UK in the Guardian University League Table 2022.Our BEng / MEng in Civil and Structural Engineering received 91% overall satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2020.

Key stats

WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
62/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
43rd
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
106th
Civil Engineering
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 75 = 25% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
25%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
80%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Civil Engineering graduate salary at this uni
£25,000
UK Civil Engineering graduate salary
£25,000
What students say
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Adam
20 Feb 24

Lecture are good sometimes The university is close to home However some lecturer are from abroad and cant..Read more

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Aeman
06 Feb 24

University of Bradford is wonderful. It’s really diverse university I met students from all over the world and teachers are well qualified and supportive...Read more

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Entry requirements

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Scottish Higher:

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UCAS Tariff:

112 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

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International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

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Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

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T Level:

M Grades / Points required

112 UCAS points to include Maths at grade C

112 UCAS tariff points to include Advanced Higher grade D in Maths plus SQA Credit standard grade / Intermediate 2 at grade 3 in English or SQA National 5 grade C in English.

112 UCAS tariff points to include GCE Advanced Level Mathematics at Grade C and GCSE English and Mathematics at grade C/grade 4 or equivalent.

112 UCAS tariff points to include 12 Level 3 Maths credits at Merit. Applicants should be studying an Access to HE in Science or Engineering.

112 UCAS tariff points to include Higher Level Maths at grade 5 plus Higher Level grade 3 or Standard Level grade 4 in English.

112 UCAS tariff points to include five Higher Level subjects including Maths at grade H1 and Ordinary English Language at grade O4.

Acceptable subjects: Any Engineering or Construction and the Built Environment.BTEC Extended Diploma (2010): Engineering subjects to include Further Mathematics for Engineering Technicians module (Unit 28) at Merit. Construction and the Built Environment to include Further Mathematics in Construction and the Built Environment module (Unit 19) at Merit.BTEC National Extended Diploma (2016): To include Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems (Unit 7) and Further Engineering Mathematics (Unit 8) at Merit or Further Mathematics in Construction (Unit 15) at Merit.

Overall Merit from the following T Level routes:• Science• Maintenance, Installation and Repair for Engineering and Manufacturing• Design and Development for Engineering and Manufacturing• Engineering, Manufacturing, Processing and Control

Popular A-level subjects

Civil Engineering

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Mathematics
58%
Biology
44%
Chemistry
38%
Physics
22%
Psychology
16%
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Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Channel Islands

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£23,290 per year

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Students from EU

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This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£23,290 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

This is the fee you pay if you are an International student. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£23290 Per year

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Adam
20 Feb 24
Civil and Structural Engineering (with Integrated Foundation Year) BEng (Hons)
Lecture are good sometimes The university is close to home However some lecturer are from abroad and cant...
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Aeman
06 Feb 24
Civil and Structural Engineering (with a placement year) BEng (Hons)
University of Bradford is wonderful. It’s really diverse university I met students from all over the world and teachers are well qualified and supportive....
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University of Bradford
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