Careers
Our degree programmes provide students with the skills, knowledge and experience in Civil Engineering and become highly sought after across a wide range of career paths.
Upon graduation, UCL's Civil Engineering students emerge equipped with a robust foundation in both the theoretical underpinnings and practical applications of their field. Beyond technical expertise, our curriculum emphasizes the cultivation of invaluable transferable skills such as leadership, teamwork, and communication, preparing graduates to navigate diverse professional landscapes with adaptability and creativity on a global scale. As our alumni embark on their journeys, they carry with them the capacity to instigate positive change in any field they choose.
Our graduates are distinguished by their prowess as adept problem solvers, proficient in numerical analysis, and well-versed in collaborative work environments. Beyond technical proficiency, they are cultivated as well-rounded individuals, grounded in an acute awareness of the societal impact of engineering. Armed with a wealth of team-based experiences, our alumni seamlessly integrate into various sectors, showcasing their versatility.
While engineering and technology industries beckon with opportunities, UCL Engineering graduates chart diverse paths, extending into realms such as architecture, web design, teaching, the Civil Service, financial analysis, and beyond. The breadth of possibilities reflects the adaptability and interdisciplinary skills instilled during their time at UCL.
Discover Uni - UCL Unistat Scores
Graduate surveys underscore the success of our alumni, with a significant majority pursuing further study or commencing work at a graduate level (91% between 2017-2020). The tangible outcomes of their efforts are reflected not only in their professional accomplishments but also in the competitive compensation they receive, attesting to the value and impact of a UCL Engineering education.
Take a look at our Unistat scores to see just how employable our graduates are, and see what current students and alumni think of their career prospects.
Support from UCL Careers
The UCL Careers team of dedicated careers professionals offer a range of resources and events to support your career development, including skills development workshops, sector-specific employer fairs and one-to-one guidance.
Learn more on the UCL Careers website.
Graduate career destinations
CEGE graduates build careers in engineering, management, consulting and leadership roles in a wide range of sectors, industries, and organisations, while some go on to further study at masters or PhD level.
In recent years, our graduates have joined organisations such as:
- ARUP Group Limited (ARUP)
- European Union
- European Space Agency
- MACE Group
- Network Rail
- Transport for London
- Practical Action
- United Nations
- WaterAid
- Water & Sanitation for the Urban Poor
- World Bank
Further study
School academic staff are research-active, with research at the heart of our taught curriculum. Students are encouraged to be proactive in their learning and make valuable contributions to School research.
Through independent research projects, students develop high-level critical analysis, research skills, and build networks to establish the foundations for future academic collaborations.
Undergraduate students may consider continuing their studies at the Department on one of our postgraduate degrees, and our research degrees recruit the most highly motivated and academically rigorous students to the most advanced level of study available at UCL.
