MEng Civil and Coastal Engineering
About this course
An MEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering and Maritime Engineering. Core topics include Mathematical Modelling, Laboratory Techniques, Fieldwork, Engineering Design, Project Management, and Ethics & Professional Practice. The programme includes an optional sandwich-year placement and access to specialist facilities such as the COAST laboratory. It provides a pathway towards Chartered Engineer registration.
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Entry requirements
A level: 120 points to include grade C in A level Mathematics and a Grade E in a second relevant subject. Relevant subjects include Applied ICT, Applied Science, Applied Science (DA), Biology, Chemistry, Computing/Computer Science, DT (Product Design Resistant Materials), DT (Systems and Control Tech) DT Product Design (Textiles Tech), Electronics, Engineering, Environmental Science, Geography, Geology, Further Maths/Use of, Statistics, Music Technology, Physics, Technology and Design. BTEC: BTEC Qualifications are not accepted for Meng. They may be considered in combination with additional qualifications or experience. If you hold a BTEC qualification it is vital that you provide our Admissions team with details of the exact modules you have studied as part of the BTEC. Without this information we may be unable to process your application quickly and you could experience significant delays in the progress of your application to study with us. Please explicitly state the full list of modules within your qualification at the time of application. International Baccalaureate: 30 overall to include 5 at Higher Level Mathematics and 3 at Higher Level in a second relevant subject. Irish Leaving Certificate: 120 points, including H3 in Maths and H5 in a second relevant Higher Level subject. GCSE equivalent English and Maths accepted within. SQA Advanced Higher: 120 points, including grade B in Advanced Higher Maths and all applicants must be studying a second relevant Advanced Higher subject. GCSE equivalent English and Maths accepted within. All Access courses: N ot accepted for MEng, unless the applicant has additional qualifications or experience. Please refer to our BEng course pages and contact a member of the Undergraduate Admission team on +44 1752 585858 / admissions@plymouth.ac.uk
What students say
Based on about 19 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 90%
- Learning opportunities: 80%
- Assessment and feedback: 71%
- Academic support: 85%
- Organisation and management: 70%
- Learning resources: 80%
- Student voice: 61%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 80%
- Left higher education: 20%
What graduates do next
Based on about 7 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 95%
- Working and studying: 5%
Most common jobs
- Engineering professionals: 40%
- Business and Financial Project Management Professionals: 10%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Skilled trades occupations: 5%
- Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 100%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 100%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 70%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 55 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 2%
- East Midlands: 3%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 9%
- London: 2%
- South East: 13%
- South West: 65%
- Scotland: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 25 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 85%
- Other HE qualification: 15%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation (CIHT) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
- Accredited by the Institute of Highway Engineers (IHE) 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 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.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Civil Engineering Related Placement (Generic)
- Stage 1 Civils Placement Preparation
- Engineering Science
- Engineering Mathematics
- Mechanics and Structures
- Engineering Materials
- Engineering Design
- Engineering Practice and Experimental Techniques
- Stage 2 Civils Placement Preparation
- Civil Engineering Practice
- Geotechnical Engineering 1
- Hydraulic and Coastal Engineering
- Engineering Analysis
- Structural Analysis and Design 1
- Construction Management
- Geotechnical Engineering 2
- Water Engineering
- Structural Analysis and Design 2
- Individual Project
- Coastal Engineering Analysis and Design
- Port and Harbour Engineering
- Advanced Coastal Engineering Modelling
- Project Management and Professional Practice
- Advanced Geotechnical Engineering
- Flood Risk and Modelling
- Sustainable Engineering Scheme Design
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MEng Civil and Coastal Engineering at University of Plymouth earn?
The median salary is £36,500 after 15 months, £30,000 after 3 years, £36,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £27,500 and £42,000. The £36,500 median after five years is the same as the UK median for Civil engineering.
What do graduates of MEng Civil and Coastal Engineering at University of Plymouth do next?
100% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on MEng Civil and Coastal Engineering at University of Plymouth?
90% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for MEng Civil and Coastal Engineering at University of Plymouth?
The average entrant had 126 UCAS points.
Is MEng Civil and Coastal Engineering at University of Plymouth accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation (CIHT) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer. Accredited by the Institute of Highway Engineers (IHE) 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 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 MEng Civil and Coastal Engineering at University of Plymouth include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on MEng Civil and Coastal Engineering at University of Plymouth?
80% of students continued into their second year, and 20% left higher education.