Course Overview

Civil engineers find creative ways to solve real-world problems by developing the physical infrastructure society needs to exist – from bridges to houses, through to roads, hospitals, and train stations.

This course will provide you with a broad civil engineering education, focusing on the design, analysis, and construction skills that are so vital for the industry. You'll be equipped with abilities to develop sustainable and cost-effective design ideas, learning about key civil engineering concepts such as structures, materials, geotechnics, and mathematics.

You'll become an expert in applying your understanding of practical engineering techniques to find innovative solutions to real-world built environment challenges. Through industry-facing projects, site visits, and the opportunity to undertake a work placement year, this course will give you all the skills needed to begin a successful career in Civil Engineering.

General Eligibility

For UK Students:

• Standard offer: 112 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications (two of which must be A-level equivalent).

• Contextual offer: 104 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications (two of which must be A-level equivalent).

• GCSE English and Maths grade C / 4.

International Students:

• 112 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications (two of which must be A-level equivalent, including Maths, Use of Maths, or Further Maths at Grade C or above).

• GCSE English and Maths grade C / 4.

To find out what qualifications have tariff points, please use our tariff calculator.

International qualifications 

We accept qualifications from all over the world – check yours here: https://www.ntu.ac.uk/international/study-and-courses/your-application/entry-requirements-by-country

Part Time Work Details

20 hours work permit for international students

Language Requirement

• Accepted qualifications:

  • IELTS Academic

  • TOEFL iBT, including ‘Home Edition' - We accept the online test as well

  • IGCSE

  • Cambridge

  • Oxford

  • Pearson Test of English

  • International/European Baccalaureate

  • A/O level

  • Trinity College ISE

  • KITE - We accept the online test as well

  • Various country qualifications

  6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component

  This requirement is for Year One entry only. If you're starting in Year Two or final year you'll need a higher grade of 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component