Course starts: September 2027 Location: London, Bloomsbury

Civil Engineering with Year in Industry BEng

Our Civil Engineering BEng is a challenging three-year course that combines theory, hands-on projects, and multidisciplinary learning. You’ll develop expertise in structural design, resilience, transport and mobility, environmental systems, and systems engineering. This course prepares you for a dynamic career shaping the built and natural environments in an ever-evolving world.

Key information

Study mode
Full-time
Duration
4 academic years
Fees
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Application deadlines
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Course starts
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UCAS code
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Location
London, Bloomsbury
Department
Civil, Environmental and Geomatic Engineering
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Additional requirements for Civil Engineering with Year in Industry BEng

Students must meet the academic requirements to pass on to the next year and obtain approval from the Department of Civil, Environmental and Geomatic Engineering for their chosen placement before progressing onto the Year in Industry. Students interested in the Year in Industry specialism are required to register their interest with the Year in Industry Tutor within the department. Please note that it is the responsibility of the student to secure a placement opportunity, and external factors may affect the availability of placements, or a student’s ability to undertake them, even where the academic criteria are met.

Please see details of Civil Engineering BEng for the entry requirements of the overall course.

About this course

The UCL BEng in Civil Engineering equips you with the technical expertise and practical experience to tackle real-world engineering challenges.

Led by award-winning researchers and industry experts, this course combines hands-on, multidisciplinary projects with a strong foundation in core civil engineering principles. You’ll develop key skills in structural design, transport systems, environmental engineering, and construction management, preparing you to shape the built and natural environments in a rapidly evolving world.

We take a practical approach to our teaching, providing you with opportunities to tackle real engineering challenges which enable you to develop transferable professional skills.

The Year in Industry extends this degree to a four-year degree and takes place in Year 3. This option enables students to undertake a paid or unpaid placement with a professional organisation, gain valuable real-world experience, and apply academic knowledge in an organisational context. 

In addition to meeting academic requirements, we are looking for applicants with a genuine interest in civil engineering and an understanding of its impact on society and the environment. We value candidates who appreciate the diverse skill sets required in the profession and show enthusiasm for tackling real-world engineering challenges.

Course structure

Year 1 You will build a strong foundation in civil engineering principles, applied mathematics, and real-world problem-solving through Engineering Scenarios and Challenges. Gain hands-on experience during a residential field trip to Wales.  

Year 2 You will deepen your expertise with advanced civil engineering topics while choosing an IEP Minor from a diverse range of subjects. Enhance construction and project management skills through a bespoke field trip.  

Year 3 You will undertake a paid or unpaid placement with a professional organisation as part of your Year in Industry.

Year 4 You will specialise further with advanced core modules and continue your IEP Minor. Undertake an independent research project, applying your knowledge to solve a complex engineering problem.   All modules on this course are compulsory with the exception of the three minor modules (one module in Year 2 and two modules in Year 4), which can be selected from any of the available IEP minor subjects. Students also carry out a research project in Year 4, the topic of which can be agreed from a wide variety of research areas.

Modules

In each year of your degree you will take a number of individual modules, normally valued at 15 or 30 credits, adding up to a total of 120 credits for the year. Modules are assessed in the academic year in which they are taken. The balance of compulsory and optional modules varies from programme to programme and year to year. A 30-credit module is considered equivalent to 15 credits in the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS).

The modules shown below are an indicative list of those currently available as part of the full degree. This includes modules that may be available before selecting a study option and those that may be available after a student moves onto the study option.

Compulsory modules

Our Civil Engineering BEng combines lectures, tutorials, lab sessions, and hands-on projects, with a strong focus on practical, problem-based learning. From day one, you will apply engineering theory to real-world challenges through group projects, design workshops, site visits, and industry-led guest lectures, ensuring a learning experience grounded in professional practice.

Fieldwork takes place at the end of Year 1 and Year 2, offering hands-on experience in surveying, construction, and environmental impact assessment. Fieldwork locations can vary year to year and these trips are heavily subsidised by the department, though students may be required to make a small financial contribution.

We use a variety of assessment methods to evaluate your knowledge and progress, including written exams, coursework, video submissions, practical tests, lab reports, online quizzes, group projects, dissertations, and poster presentations. Assessment methods may vary based on your optional and elective module choices.

Typical contact hours vary between 8–12 hours per week, depending on the year of study and module choice. This includes lectures, workshops, lab work and more. Students should also display around 25–30 hours of independent study, at their own discretion. For example, engaging with required readings in preparation for the discussions and projects promoted in the course.

Year in Industry

The hours in your Year in Industry will be determined by your placement.

The department will endeavour to make reasonable adjustments for students with disabilities, including those with long-term health conditions, neurodivergence, learning differences and mental health conditions. This list is not exhaustive. If you are unsure of your eligibility for reasonable adjustments at UCL, please contact Student Support and Wellbeing Services.

Reasonable adjustments are implemented on a case-by-case basis. With the student's consent, reasonable adjustments are considered by UCL Student Support and Wellbeing Services, and where required, in collaboration with the respective department.

Details of the accessibility of UCL buildings can be obtained from AccessAble. Further information about support available can be obtained from UCL Student Support and Wellbeing Services.

For more information about the department and accessibility arrangements for your course, please contact the department.

Fees and funding

Study mode UK fee (2026/27) Overseas fee (2026/27)
Full time £9,790 £42,700

UK undergraduate fees for 2026/27 are subject to parliamentary approval and are for the first year only. Fees for subsequent years may be subject to increase: Student Terms and Conditions. UK fees are in line with the Government announcement on fee cap increases. Fees for 2027/28 entry will be published in August 2026.

International undergraduate students benefit from a cohort guarantee unless indicated below, meaning that their tuition fees will not increase during the course of the programme, but UCL reserves the right to increase tuition fees to reflect any sums (including levies, taxes, or similar financial charges) that UCL is required to pay any governmental authority in connection with tuition fees.

International fees shown are the fees that will be charged to 2026/27 entrants.

Full details of UCL's tuition fees, tuition fee policy and potential increases to fees can be found on the UCL Students website.

Additional costs for Civil Engineering with Year in Industry BEng

The anticipated cost for field trips is estimated at £500. Students are provided with equipment, including drawing kits, waterproofs and safety boots in their first year of study.

Year in Industry

Students who wish to explore the opportunities to undertake a year in industry should note that these may incur additional costs. The cost of a year in industry can be difficult to predict as it will depend on the student’s own priorities and choices, as well as the location of the organisation they wish to use for the placement. Associated costs may include travel and accommodation.

Please see Civil Engineering BEng for details of additional costs for the overall course.

The Errol Yarimer Undergraduate Scholarship is a competitive award available for UK resident undergraduates from low-income households for the duration of a continuous full-time course of study.

Why study this course at UCL?

  • Learn from leading academics and industry experts in UCL Civil, Environmental and Geomatic Engineering, specialising in structural design, transport, environmental systems, and systems engineering.

  • Engage in multidisciplinary, project-based activities, working with peers to tackle real-world engineering challenges such as earthquake resilience and transport optimisation.

  • Tailor your studies to your career goals and choose from specialised modules, interdisciplinary IEP Minors, and advanced study options, allowing you to shape your degree to match your ambitions whilst benefiting from personalised support alongside tutorial schemes, subject-specific clinics, and mentorship opportunities (if available) to help you thrive academically and professionally.

  • Take advantage of our research and industry links with opportunities to collaborate with prestigious industry partners like ARUP, TfL and Network Rail and access the department’s state-of-the-art and award-winning facilities across London such as the Person-Environment-Activity Research Laboratory (PEARL), Controlled Active Ventilation Environment (CAVE), and Structural & Environmental Testing at Here East (StrEnTHE).

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What this course will give you

This course equips graduates with a strong technical foundation, problem-solving abilities, and professional skills essential for success in the global job market. With expertise in project management, teamwork, numerical analysis, and engineering software, graduates are well-prepared to take on leadership roles in a variety of industries. Employers value their ability to work collaboratively, think critically, and apply ethical and sustainable engineering practices. Whether pursuing careers in engineering, management, consulting, or beyond, UCL Civil Engineering graduates leave with the skills and knowledge to drive innovation and create lasting impact.

Graduates of our Civil Engineering BEng are sought after for highly-skilled roles in engineering, construction and the broader built environment. They also pursue careers in consultancy, finance, government and non-governmental organisations. Many secure roles with leading employers such as ARUP, Multiplex, Crest Nicholson, and Heathrow Airport. Beyond traditional civil engineering careers, graduates apply their skills in diverse fields such as architecture, financial analysis, web design, management, law, and the Civil Service, demonstrating the adaptability and broad opportunities this degree offers. (Graduate Outcomes Survey carried out by the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA), looking at the destinations of graduates in the 2017-2023 cohorts).

  • Energy, natural resources and the environment
  • Scientific research, development and analysis
  • Policy and government
  • Manufacturing
  • IT, technology and telecommunications
  • Charities, NGOs and international development
  • Academic research and HE
  • Logistics an distribution
  • Teaching and other educational activities
  • Consultancy
  • Accountancy and financial services
  • Other professional, scientific and technical activities
  • Construction, built environment and property

Professional accreditation

This course is accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators, comprising the Institution of Civil Engineers, Institution of Structural Engineers, Institute of Highway Engineers, the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation and the Permanent Way Institution on behalf of the Engineering Council.

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