Program Overview
The Civil Engineering at The University of Edinburgh is a MEng programme in Engineering over 60 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
- Duration: 60 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: GBP 23,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 1,820 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Civil Engineering programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:
- Design Engineer
- R&D Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Technical Consultant
- Engineering Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Theory of Structures
- Fluid Mechanics (Civil)
- Geotechnical Engineering
- Computer Methods in Structural Engineering
- Conceptual Design for Civil Engineers
- Detailed Design of Structures
- Engineering Sustainability
- Infrastructure and Transport
- Civil Engineering Construction
- Water and Wastewater Systems
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Typical offer
The typical offer is likely to be:
- SQA Highers: AAAB.
- A Levels: AAA.
- IB: 37 points with 555 at HL.
Minimum entry requirements
- SQA Highers: ABBB by end of S5 or ABBBB/AABB from S4-S6, to include Mathematics at Grade A, plus either Physics or Engineering Science.
- A Levels: ABB in one sitting, to include Mathematics, plus either Physics (preferably), Engineering or Design & Technology (excluding Food Technology).
- IB: 32 points overall and award of IB Diploma with 555 at HL to include Mathematics and either Physics HL or Design and Technology.
Entry to second year
For direct entry to second year the minimum requirements must be exceeded, including the following:
- SQA Advanced Highers: AA to include Mathematics and either Physics, Engineering Science or Technological Studies, plus Highers at AB in two other subjects.
- A Levels: A*AA in one sitting, to include Mathematics and either Physics, Engineering or Design & Technology (excluding Food Technology), or AAA in one sitting, to include Mathematics, Further Mathematics and either Physics, Engineering or Design & Technology.
- IB: 38 points overall and award of IB Diploma with 666 at HL to include Mathematics and one from Physics or Design & Technology.
Other entry pathways
Entry to many degrees in Science & Engineering is possible via other qualifications (eg HNC/D, Access, SWAP).
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 23,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 1,820 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 23,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 1,820 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The University of Edinburgh 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 The University of Edinburgh
The University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
University of Edinburgh (Universitas Academica Edinburgensis) is a historic and globally respected public research university in Edinburgh, Scotland, UK, founded in 1583, making it one of the...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 60 months