Civil Engineering (BSc)
University of Wales Trinity Saint David
About this program
Civil Engineering (BSc)
The overall aim of this programme is to provide a full and satisfying vocational experience appropriate to Honours degree level, which will develop student's ability to understand concepts, apply academic rigour and appraise critically the issues involved in the study of civil engineering in the built environment.
Given the sharp decline the industry has suffered in the recession it is somewhat surprising that recruitment has held up so well, this may indicate that many young people consider the industry will continue to offer rewarding employment within the UK and overseas. However, the construction industry has the advantage that it is one of the few UK industries which cannot be shipped abroad, and there is much work needed to both the UK infrastructure and housing stock.
Admission requirements
Civil Engineering (BSc)
You will need 96 UCAS Tariff points from A levels or their equivalent (previously 240 UCAS tariff points)
Grades are important; however, our offers are not solely based on academic results. We are interested in creative people that demonstrate a strong commitment to their chosen subject area and therefore we welcome applications from individuals from a wide range of backgrounds. To assess student suitability for their chosen course we normally arrange interviews for all applicants at which your skills, achievements and life experience will be considered as well as your qualifications.
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Year One: Level 4 - BSc
- Environmental Issues and Academic Skills
- Civil Engineering Technology 1
- Surveying
- Material Science
- Engineering Maths and Structures
- Building Information Modelling and CAD
Year Two: Level 5 - BSc
- Environmental Monitoring and Technology
- Civil Engineering Technology 2
- Geology & Soil Mechanics
- Site Production & Project Management
- Contract Practice & Procedures
- Research Methods and GIS
Year Three: Level 6 - BSc
- Civil Engineering Technology 3
- Civil Engineering Project Management & Environmental Assessment
- Project Planning Monitoring & Control
- Integrated Project 3
- Individual Research Project
Scholarships & funding
Several scholarship options are available. Please check the university website for more information.
Tuition
Tuition fees for 2021/2022: £13,500
Career paths
The need to stimulate demand within the economy using the construction industry appears to be one thing on which both political parties agree. Recently the Business Secretary Dr Vince Cable described construction as “a very big chunk of the economy” and went on to state “if we are going to get out of this period of economic crisis, the construction industry is a key driver “ Dr Cable identified housing and infrastructure as two key areas that needed to be addressed. Similarly the shadow Chancellor has identified the need to increase the amount of housing provision.
A 2009 report by the Construction Industry Council on the impact of the recession on the professions identified that “Construction managers too will need a broader level of understanding with respect to the design and construction of the building” and that “the expected move towards greater energy efficiency and sustainability will place new demands on both construction industry professionals and construction managers and may create new opportunities”. Furthermore the same report identified “There will be an increasing need for managers with an understanding of the nature of the building and how to operate it at its optimum efficiency”
This programme is designed with the above issues in mind. For example, module outcomes address concerns such as sustainability, energy efficiency, facilities management along with the more familiar outcomes such as management theories, literacy, problem solving and client needs. Supplementing these is a range of higher level skills which have been designed to integrate with module outcomes.
For more information, please visit the university website.
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University of Wales Trinity Saint David
UWTSD is the oldest University in Wales and was founded in 1822. It has campuses in rural and city locations in the UK. The University’s main campuses are situated in various locations in and around Swansea’s city centre as well...
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