BEng Civil Engineering
About this course
BEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering. Core topics include Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, and Engineering Design. The course is accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators, fully satisfying the educational base for Incorporated Engineer and partially for Chartered Engineer. A Capstone Project in the final year consolidates learning through independent research.
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Entry requirements
UCAS tariff points You will need one of the following: 112 UCAS points (standard offer), or 96 UCAS points (contextual offer) Read more about contextual offer eligibility. Points must come from a Level 3 qualification listed on the UCAS tariff calculator. Accepted qualifications We accept: A Levels in at least two subjects. Must include Mathematics grade C BTEC in relevant* subject: Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering) including Maths and Further Maths Units (Unit 4, 19, 28 or 103) with minimum grades M. Relevant subjects: BTEC Aerospace and Aviation Engineering; BTEC Aeronautical Engineering; BTEC Computer Engineering; BTEC Construction and Built Environment; BTEC Engineering; BTEC Mechanical Engineering; BTEC Electrical Engineering; BTEC Manufacturing Engineering. BTEC in Applied Science not accepted. Access to HE Diploma (QAA approved) in a Relevant Engineering Subject (Access to HE Engineering, Electronics and Computer Engineering, Construction and Civil Engineering) with 60 credits overall and 45 credits at Level 3 to include at least 30 Level 3 credits at Merit or Distinction and level 3 Maths (Calculus, Differentiation and Integration) – all with Grade Merit. T Levels - we do not accept for this course, except for the Foundation Year International Baccalaureate – 24 points including a minimum of 15 points at Higher Level and must include Mathematics and Physics at Higher Level. Must have 5 points in Maths at Higher Level. We also welcome applications from students who are taking Level 3 or higher qualifications not on the UCAS tariff calculator. These are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Additional requirements You will also need: GCSE English Grade 4/C or Level 2 Functional Skills in English GCSE Mathematics Grade 4/C or Level 2 Function
What students say
Based on about 19 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 89%
- Learning opportunities: 100%
- Assessment and feedback: 89%
- Academic support: 94%
- Organisation and management: 94%
- Learning resources: 87%
- Student voice: 87%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 75%
- Left higher education: 10%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 15%
What graduates do next
Based on about 7 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 65%
- Unemployed: 15%
Most common jobs
- Engineering professionals: 45%
- Elementary occupations: 20%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 10%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Business and Financial Project Management Professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 90%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 90%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 65%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 60 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 2%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 2%
- East Midlands: 2%
- West Midlands: 7%
- East of England: 10%
- London: 71%
- South East: 2%
- South West: 2%
- Wales: 2%
- Scotland: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 80%
- Access course: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 15%
- No formal qualifications: 5%
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 an Incorporated Engineer and partially 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 an Incorporated Engineer and partially 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 an Incorporated Engineer and partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
- Accredited by Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer and partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Bronze for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Mental Wealth and Professional Fitness
- Creative and Technology Industries Study Skills
- Maths for Engineering and Science
- Media and Communication Skills
- Engineering and Construction in Practice
- Mental wealth; Professional Life
- Engineering Materials
- Applied Mathematics & Computing
- Thermofluids
- Engineering Mechanics
- Land and Construction Surveying
- Mental Wealth: Professional Life 2
- Advanced Mathematics and Modelling
- Structural Analysis and Element Design
- Ground Engineering
- Engineering Surveying
- Water Engineering
- Mental Wealth: Professional Life 3
- Capstone Project
- Structural Engineering
- Geotechnical Engineering
- Transport Infrastructure Engineering
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BEng Civil Engineering at University of East London earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £29,000 after 3 years, £36,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £26,500 and £44,500. The £36,500 median after five years is the same as the UK median for Civil engineering.
What do graduates of BEng Civil Engineering at University of East London do next?
65% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BEng Civil Engineering at University of East London?
89% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BEng Civil Engineering at University of East London?
The typical offer is 24 points in the IB. The average entrant had 103 UCAS points.
Is BEng Civil Engineering at University of East London 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 an Incorporated Engineer and partially 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 an Incorporated Engineer and partially 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 an Incorporated Engineer and partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer. Accredited by Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer and partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
Does BEng Civil Engineering at University of East London include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BEng Civil Engineering at University of East London?
75% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.