Civil and Environmental Engineering, MEng (Hons), with industry placement

Civil and environmental engineers design, construct, and maintain infrastructure that supports daily life, with a strong emphasis on environmental challenges like waste management, contaminated land, and water treatment. This accredited programme equips students with essential knowledge, skills, and practical experience to become job-ready professionals. Through laboratory sessions, field trips, individual projects, and design classes, participants apply theoretical learning to real-world scenarios, including surveying and engineering design. Students engage in collaborative group work with peers from other disciplines, fostering teamwork and communication skills in an open-access makerspace.Distinctive features include a salaried industrial placement in the UK or abroad, offering hands-on professional experience, as seen in past opportunities with firms like Arup and Mott MacDonald. The course is accredited by key institutions, meeting academic requirements for Incorporated Engineer status and partially for Chartered Engineer. Industry-informed content, delivered by experienced academics, emphasizes design through practical work in specialized facilities, alongside multidisciplinary projects that enhance project management abilities.