BEng Civil Engineering (Flood and Coastal Engineering)

This course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of flood and coastal engineering, including the causes and consequences of flooding, flood risk assessment and management, and the design and implementation of flood protection measures. Students will learn how to apply mathematical models and computer simulations to predict flood events and evaluate their impact on communities. The course will also cover the social, economic, and environmental aspects of flood management, including policy and regulatory frameworks, stakeholder engagement, and sustainable development. By the end of the course, students will be able to design and implement effective flood protection strategies for coastal communities.

Additional Information

This course is accredited by the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) and meets the educational requirements for Chartered Engineer (CEng) status. Graduates of this course are well-equipped to pursue careers in flood risk management, coastal engineering, and related fields.

Expertise in Flood Risk Management at Brunel University London

Brunel University London is a leading institution for civil engineering education, with a strong focus on research and innovation. The university's location near London provides opportunities for students to engage with real-world flood risk management challenges and apply their knowledge in practical settings.

Graduates from our Civil Engineering programmes will be capable of addressing the needs of society and business; able to deploy appropriate engineering methods and technologies; skilled in solving complex engineering challenges; competent to work with the environment in a sustainable manner; effective in mitigating climate change impacts on infrastructure and human society.

This degree is accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM), comprising the Institution of Civil Engineers, the Institution of Structural Engineers, the Institute of Highway Engineers, the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation and the Permanent Way Institution on behalf of the Engineering Council as fully meeting the educational base required for an Incorporated Engineer (IEng) and partially meeting educational base required for a Chartered Engineer (CEng).

Our course delivery includes a combination of theory, practical sessions and project work. Early in the programme, you will be introduced to industry-relevant software tools and start using the software to solve engineering problems. Field trips throughout the course will allow you to observe how engineering projects are designed and implemented.

Assessments will include individual and group assignments as well as exams. Group projects will provide you with opportunities to learn how complex engineering problems are solved through the combined application of specialist knowledge drawn from a range of different subject areas.

Later years of the programme will continue the use of mixed teaching and learning techniques. An integrated design project will give you an opportunity to develop skills in the design of solutions to more complex civil engineering problems. Research, independent learning and critical analysis skills will be further developed when you complete an individual dissertation project

• GCE A-level ABB including grade B in Maths and grade B in one of the following subjects; Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Geology, Environmental Science, Environment Studies, Computer Science, Electronics or Design and Technology (Use of Maths and General Studies not accepted).

• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (QCF) DDM in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, and Electrical/Electronic Engineering, with Distinctions in Further Mathematics for Technicians and Further Mechanical or Further Electronic/Electrical Principles modules.

• BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (RQF) DDM in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, with Distinctions in Engineering Principles and Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems.

• BTEC Level 3 Diploma (QCF)/BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (RQF) DD in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, with Distinction in Further Mechanical or Further Electrical Principles (QCF); Engineering Principles & Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems (RQF), AND A-Level Maths at grade B (Use of Maths not accepted).

• BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma (QCF)/BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (RQF) D in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, with A-Levels grades BB to include Grade B in Maths and Grade B in one of the following subjects; Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, Geology, Environmental Science, Environment Studies, Computer Science, Electronics or Design and Technology (Use of Maths and General Studies not accepted).

• International Baccalaureate Diploma 31 points, including 5 in Higher Level Maths and Higher Level 5 in one of the following subjects; Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, Geography, or Design Technology. GCSE English equivalent SL 5 or HL 4 and Mathematics SL 4 or HL 4.

• Obtain a minimum of 120 UCAS tariff points in the Access to HE Diploma in Engineering with 45 credits at Level 3. All Maths and Science units must be Distinctions at level 3.

• T levels: For subjects accepted and grade requirements please contact the admissions office.

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.