Civil Engineering (Hons) Coventry University

Overview

Equip yourself with practical skills and hands-on experiences for a successful career in civil engineering with the Civil Engineering (Hons) degree from Coventry University. With a strong emphasis on hands-on learning in industry-standard facilities, develop your core competencies in planning, design and construction, underpinned by a commitment to sustainability.

• Gain practical experience through project-based learning, fieldwork and access to industry-standard tools.
• Covers core principles like structural design, geotechnics and construction management.
• Benefit from guest lectures, mentoring and optional placement opportunities with leading civil engineering employers.

• Benefit from pathways to upgrade from BEng (Hons) to MEng (subject to meeting progression requirements), allowing you to reach your full potential.

Why you should study this course

• Comprehensive skills development: cultivate technical, practical, and managerial abilities to analyse, design and manage complex engineering challenges, preparing for leadership roles in the civil engineering sector.
• Practical learning approach: engage in hands-on projects, fieldwork and simulations within a full-scale construction environment, enhancing real-world problem-solving skills.
• Strong industry connections: leverage our strong links with civil engineering employers who contribute to course development, guest lectures, mentoring and optional placement opportunities.
• Focus on sustainable development: emphasise on sustainable engineering practices and learn how to address global infrastructure needs while minimising environmental and climate impacts.
• This course has been designed to satisfy the requirements for accreditation by the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM). The JBM represents The Institution of Civil Engineers, The Institution of Structural Engineers, The Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation, The Institute of Highway Engineers and the Permanent Way Institution. The University's application for accreditation is currently awaiting a decision.