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Civil Engineering

Plymouth University
Information last verified July 2026
Tuition GBP 12,250 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,250 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Degree MEng
Duration 48 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Plymouth, United Kingdom
Language English

Program Overview

The Civil Engineering at Plymouth University is a MEng programme in Engineering over 48 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of engineering. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Civil Engineering programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 48 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: GBP 12,250 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,250 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
  6. Location: Plymouth, United Kingdom

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Civil Engineering programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:

  1. Design Engineer
  2. R&D Engineer
  3. Project Engineer
  4. Systems Engineer
  5. Technical Consultant
  6. Engineering Manager

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. In your first year, you’ll be introduced to the role of the professional civil engineer, understanding of the application of mathematics in engineering and the behaviour of civil engineering structures. Working in both laboratory and field, you’ll develop skills in surveying, computer aided design and the properties of engineering materials. We’ll begin your professional development through site visits, group-based design activity and visiting industry speakers.Core modulesCIVL100Civil Engineering Practice 1STAD120PPIntroduction to Structural EngineeringBPIE114Stage 1 Civils Placement PreparationMATS123Materials for Civil Engineering and ConstructionSTAD117Structural Analysis and Design ICIVL101Civil Engineering Practice 2MATH187Engineering Mathematics
  2. CIVL100Civil Engineering Practice 1
  3. STAD120PPIntroduction to Structural Engineering
  4. BPIE114Stage 1 Civils Placement Preparation
  5. MATS123Materials for Civil Engineering and Construction
  6. STAD117Structural Analysis and Design I
  7. CIVL101Civil Engineering Practice 2
  8. MATH187Engineering Mathematics

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

UCAS tariff

124 - 136

A typical offer will be: 128 UCAS points, to include a minimum grade B in A level mathematics and a minimum grade C in a second science/technology or relevant subject. Excluding general studies.

18 unit BTEC National Diploma/QCF Extended Diploma: DDM in a related subject, to include all mathematics units with merit. BTECs should have a grade E at A or AS level mathematics alongside.]

BTEC National Diploma modules
If you hold a BTEC qualification it is vital that you provide our Admissions team with details of the exact modules you have studied as part of the BTEC. Without this information we may be unable to process your application quickly and you could experience significant delays in the progress of your application to study with us. Please explicitly state the full list of modules within your qualification at the time of application.

International Baccalaureate: 32 points overall to include 5 at Higher Level mathematics and a second relevant subject. Standard Level mathematics is NOT acceptable in lieu of Higher Level.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

GBP 12,250 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,250 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

Tuition fees: GBP 12,250 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,250 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact Plymouth University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About Plymouth University

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Plymouth University

Plymouth, United Kingdom

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University Profile
  • Language English
  • Duration 48 months