BSc Civil Engineering
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Civil Engineering. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, Engineering Design, Project Management, Communication & Writing, and Entrepreneurship. The course is accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators for Incorporated Engineer (IEng) status. A final-year Capstone Project and a residential field scheme in Engineering Surveying provide practical research experience.
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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 BTEC Extended Diploma – DMM (standard) / MMM (contextual) BTEC Diploma – D*D* (standard) / DD (contextual) Access to HE Diploma T Levels International Baccalaureate – 24 points including a minimum of 15 points 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 Functional Skills in Mathematics International qualifications We accept a wide range of European and international qualifications in addition to A-levels, the International Baccalaureate and BTEC qualifications. Please visit our International page for full details.
What students say
Based on about 7 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 91%
- Learning opportunities: 95%
- Assessment and feedback: 93%
- Academic support: 91%
- Organisation and management: 100%
- Learning resources: 100%
- Student voice: 94%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 85%
- Left higher education: 15%
What graduates do next
Based on about 9 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 85%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Engineering professionals: 45%
- Elementary occupations: 20%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 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 30 students who started
- A levels: 85%
- Access course: 5%
- A degree: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
- 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 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.
- 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.
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
- Creative and Technology Industries Data Skills
- Media and Communication Skills
- Engineering and Construction in Practice
- Mental Wealth; Professional Life 1 (IT Project Pitching)
- Engineering Materials
- Analytical Skills in Built Environment
- The Built Environment
- Engineering Mechanics
- Land and Construction Surveying
- Mental Wealth; Professional Life 2 (Computing in Practice)
- 3D Data Modelling and Analysis
- Structural Analysis and Element Design
- Ground Engineering
- Engineering Surveying
- Advanced Sustainable Technology
- Tendering, Estimating and Cost Control
- Mental Wealth; Professional Life 3 (Project)
- Capstone Project
- Advanced Construction Technology and Innovation
- Geotechnical Engineering
- Transport Infrastructure Engineering
- Project Management
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc 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 BSc Civil Engineering at University of East London do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Civil Engineering at University of East London?
91% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Civil Engineering at University of East London?
The typical offer is 24 points in the IB. The average entrant had 103 UCAS points.
Is BSc 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 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. 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.
Does BSc 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 BSc Civil Engineering at University of East London?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.