Civil Engineering
About this course
BEng/MEng in Civil Engineering, a civil engineering degree focused on the planning, construction, and maintenance of the built environment and infrastructure. Core topics include Engineering Design and Entrepreneurship. The curriculum includes practical design projects and individual research projects culminating in the final year. The first year covers core scientific and mathematical principles through Analogue Electronics 1, Engineering Skills 1, Environmental Engineering 1, and Materials 1. The second year introduces specialized concepts with Soil Mechanics 2, Structural Design 2, Structural Design Project 2, and Environmental Processes 2. The third year advances into technical subjects via Structural Design 3, Structural Mechanics 3, Geotechnical Engineering 3, and Mechanics of Solids 3. The fourth year expands analytical and management capabilities with Civil Design Project 4, Individual Project 4, Finite Element Analysis 4, and Geotechnical Engineering 4. The fifth year concludes the integrated master's path with advanced study including Conceptual Design Project M and Individual Project 5.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAB or BBB or AAA (Additional requirements: A-level Mathematics and Physics. (Design & Technology may be accepted in place of Physics, 3D or Product Design options only).) IB: 34 (6,5,5) or 38 (6,6,6) (Additional requirements: HL Mathematics (Analysis & Approaches) and Physics. (SL6 can be accepted for either Mathematics or Physics).) Scottish Higher: BEng : AABB is the minimum requirement from S5 to be reviewed for an S6 offer Offers are not guaranteed to applicants who meet the minimum from S5 Typically offers will be made at AAAAA by end of S6. B at Advanced Higher is equivalent to A at Higher Additional requirements: Higher Mathematics and Physics or Engineering Science at AA. (AB or BA may be considered). MEng : AAAB is the minimum requirement from S5 to be reviewed for an S6 offer Offers are not guaranteed to applicants who meet the minimum from S5 Typically offers will be made at AAAAAA by end of S6. B at Advanced Higher is equivalent to A at Higher Additional requirements: Higher Mathematics and Physics or Engineering Science at AA. Scottish Higher (widening access): BEng : MD20 : BBBB (also other target groups*) BEng : MD40 : AABB* Additional requirements: Higher Mathematics and Physics or Engineering Science. Successful completion of Top-Up or one of our Summer Schools.
What students say
Based on about 15 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 84%
- Learning opportunities: 95%
- Assessment and feedback: 74%
- Academic support: 80%
- Organisation and management: 75%
- Learning resources: 85%
- Student voice: 68%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 18 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 70%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Engineering professionals: 95%
- Conservation and environment professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 90%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 90%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 35 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 5%
- North West: 5%
- West Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 5%
- London: 5%
- South East: 5%
- South West: 5%
- Scotland: 70%
Who gets in
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 90%
- Baccalaureate: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
- Accredited by the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
Modules
- Analogue Electronics 1
- Engineering Skills 1
- Environmental Engineering 1
- Materials 1
- Civil Engineering 1
- Dynamics 1
- Engineering Mathematics 1
- Statics 1
- Thermodynamics 1
- Soil Mechanics 2
- Structural Design 2
- Structural Design Project 2
- Environmental Processes 2
- Civil Engineering Skills 2
- Geology and Surveying for Civil Engineers 2
- Mechanics of Structures 2A
- Mechanics of Structures 2B
- Fluid Mechanics 2
- Engineering Mathematics 2
- Structural Design 3
- Structural Mechanics 3
- Geotechnical Engineering 3
- Mechanics of Solids 3
- Structural Design Project 3
- Civil Design Projects 3
- Environmental Process Engineering 3
- Construction Management 3
- Engineering Hydraulics 3
- Transport Engineering 3: Urban Streets and Highways
- Civil Design Project 4
- Individual Project 4
- Finite Element Analysis 4
- Geotechnical Engineering 4
- Business Planning and Management for Engineers
- Structural Analysis 4
- Advanced Steel and Concrete Design 4
- Geotechnical Design Project 4
- Hydraulics and Hydrology 4
- Conceptual Design Project M
- Individual Project 5
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of Civil Engineering at University of Glasgow earn?
The median salary is £31,000 after 15 months, £30,000 after 3 years, £36,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £33,500 and £42,000. The £36,500 median after five years is the same as the UK median for Civil engineering.
What do graduates of Civil Engineering at University of Glasgow do next?
85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on Civil Engineering at University of Glasgow?
84% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for Civil Engineering at University of Glasgow?
The typical offer is AAB at A level. The average entrant had 242 UCAS points.
Is Civil Engineering at University of Glasgow accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer. Accredited by the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
Does Civil Engineering at University of Glasgow include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on Civil Engineering at University of Glasgow?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.