Civil Engineering BEng (Hons)
University of Bolton
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Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)

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University of Bolton Main Site, Greater Manchester

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

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University of Bolton Main Site, Greater Manchester

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

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JAN-25

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

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University of Bolton Main Site, Greater Manchester

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SEP-25

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4.5 Years

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Civil engineers build the world according to people’s constantly evolving needs and to increasingly demanding specifications. The University of Boltons BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering is an exciting opportunity to develop a deep understanding of civil engineering’s key principles and applications, helping you build a rewarding career in the sector.Civil engineering underpins the fabric of society, from roads, railways and airports, to glittering steel and glass skyscrapers and hotels, and ...Read more

Civil engineers build the world according to people’s constantly evolving needs and to increasingly demanding specifications. The University of Bolton's BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering is an exciting opportunity to develop a deep understanding of civil engineering’s key principles and applications, helping you build a rewarding career in the sector.Civil engineering underpins the fabric of society, from roads, railways and airports, to glittering steel and glass skyscrapers and hotels, and life-saving water-management systems such as dams, flood defences and even sewers. If your goal is to innovate and improve infrastructure and amenities for communities, this course is designed to be excellent preparation for a range of civil engineering careers.Our BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering allows you to study and acquire the technological, vocational and personal skills you’ll need for a civil engineering career. It also serves as a comprehensive professional development programme for those already working in the profession. Our expert team will support you to build the theoretical understanding and practical knowledge needed for a civil engineering role. You'll also be able to learn and apply the principles of analysis and evaluation to civil engineering and construction-related problems.To support the development of your practical skills, we’ll give you ample opportunity to use our well-equipped materials, hydraulics, geotechnical and structures laboratories, plus access to an extensive range of the latest surveying equipment. We also have unique design studio facilities for you to use, featuring up-to-date CAD software and hardware.

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WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
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25/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
57th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
108th
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 - 70 = 30% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
30%
Employment rate
Employment rate
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75%
Average salary
Average salary
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Civil Engineering graduate salary at this uni
£23,000
UK Civil Engineering graduate salary
£25,000
What students say
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Faith
31 Jan 24

Great uni... I have the best supervisor, as I'm doing a PhD..Read more

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Nikhil
02 Mar 23

Modules

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UCAS Tariff:

104 Grades / Points required

Your Level 3 subjects must include mathematics and a science subject; for instance, A-level Mathematics and Physics or BTEC Extended Diploma in Engineering or Construction (you should choose units in additional mathematics and analytical subjects such as structural mechanics or environmental science).

Popular A-level subjects

Civil Engineering

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

Mathematics
43%
Chemistry
33%
Physics
31%
Biology
24%
History
13%
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Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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Students from England

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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£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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Students from Channel Islands

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£15,950 per year

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Students from EU

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£15,950 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

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£47850 Overall cost

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Latest reviews

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Civil Engineering (General)
Civil Engineering (General)
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Faith
31 Jan 24
MSc Civil Engineering
Great uni... I have the best supervisor, as I'm doing a PhD...
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University of Bolton
Deane Road Bolton BL3 5AB United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Bolton  0.2 miles away
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