MEng, BEng Civil and Environmental Engineering

Overview

This course focuses on areas of Civil Engineering which have a major impact on both the human and natural environment and in which the University of Leeds and the School of Civil Engineering have a special expertise.

These include public health engineering (including water supply, waste water treatment, waste disposal, recycling, contaminated land and pollution control), energy use in buildings and construction, and transport engineering and planning. Fundamentals of environmental science are also studied.

The course was designed to respond to major developments in the profession such as dealing with contaminated sites, minimising environmental impact and improving the environment which are of critical importance.

UCAS code: H291
Industrial placements: Yes
Study abroad: No
Delivery option: MEng (4 years, full-time) or BEng (3 years, full-time)
Start date: September
Course fees: (2012 entry) Home/EU: £9,000 International: £16,200.
The main University website has more information on Your finances 2012.
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Accreditation: This degree has been accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators under licence from the UK regulator, the Engineering Council.

Modules

The tables below show the modules that you will study if you commence your studies in September 2012. This information is taken from the University Programme Catalogue, which is a tool designed for current students to select modules. If you are looking to start your studies in September 2013 this is still a useful guide as it gives you an idea of what you might study.

This is an indicative list and actual content may vary as we regularly review the content or our courses in light of new experiences and developments in the field.

Career options

Recent graduates of this course have successfully secured positions such
as Graduate Civil Engineers, Graduate Engineers, Transport Consultants and Road Design Engineers with organisations such as WS Atkins, Halcrow, Oscar Faber, AMEC, White Young Green, Balfour Beatty, Earth Tech and Shepherd Construction.

Entry requirements

2013 entry

AAA at A level including Mathematics, two A levels and two AS level may be considered. AS level mathematics considered.

Engineering or Construction Diploma grade A plus A-level (A2) Mathematics grade A or higher. AS level mathematics considered.

IB: 38 points overall, with 18 points at higher level to include 5 points in higher level mathematics and physics.

We also welcome and accept students with a wide range of alternative UK and international qualifications.

English language requirements: A pass at GCSE level in English Language (grade C or above). If English is not your first language, you are required to provide evidence of proficiency in English and you will need to meet our minimum requirements.

How to apply

All undergraduate applications should be made through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Services (UCAS).

If you require any further information please contact the Undergraduate Admissions team, e: ugcivil@leeds.ac.uk, t: +44 (0)113 343 2262.