Overview

Structural engineers design and analyse all different types of structures that shape our built environment, including buildings, bridges, dams, tunnels, towers and stadiums. They make sure these structures are safe and able to withstand environmental forces such as strong winds and even earthquakes.

In Civil with Structural Engineering (Hons) at University of Brighton you’ll work in interdisciplinary project teams on industry-based scenarios – from design briefs to real-world case studies.

What you can do with this degree

A Civil with Structural Engineering BEng(Hons) degree from the University of Brighton develops the technical expertise, design skills and professional awareness needed to shape the built environment. You’ll gain a strong foundation in civil engineering principles, with specialist knowledge in structural analysis and design, preparing you for a wide range of roles within the construction and infrastructure sectors.

The course equips you to work on real‑world engineering challenges, from designing safe and sustainable structures to managing construction projects and collaborating within multidisciplinary teams.

Typical career roles

Graduates from this course can pursue careers including:

structural engineer
civil engineer
graduate consulting engineer
design engineer
site engineer
project engineer
construction engineer
structural design technician
CAD/BIM technician
infrastructure engineer.

Many graduates work towards professional chartership, supporting long-term career progression within the engineering profession.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Construction Materials
Mathematics for Civil Engineering
Civil Engineering Practice
Land and Construction Surveying
Structural and Stress Analysis
Engineering Geology and Soil Mechanics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-13 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Brighton, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Civil Engineering & Construction View 361 other Bachelors in Civil Engineering & Construction in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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110

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4

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59

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

A-levels ABB–BCC. A-level maths, or its equivalent, is normally a requirement for entry.
BTEC Extended Diploma DDM–MMM. Should include at least an M in further maths.
International Baccalaureate 27 points, with three subjects at Higher level. Higher level subjects to include maths at grade 5.
UCAS tariff 104–128 points.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

18108 GBP / year

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Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

9790 GBP / year

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Living costs

Brighton

United Kingdom

815 - 1383 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

What you can do with this degree

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Brighton

Funding

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