University of Derby

Overview

Civil Engineering with Industrial Year (Hons) at the University of Derby is crafted to establish a solid foundation in civil engineering while equipping students with practical, job-ready skills through an optional industrial placement year. Students have the flexibility to choose between pursuing the industrial year or completing the program without it.

• Engage in learning through real-world projects, case studies, and site visits that seamlessly connect theoretical knowledge with practical application.
• Utilize state-of-the-art facilities, including specialized STEM equipment such as a 10m flume, ground-penetrating radar, and a UAV for survey and thermal imaging.
• The program is accredited, facilitating pathways toward professional registration (for detailed information, refer to the program website).

What you'll study

The curriculum is designed to progress from fundamental engineering concepts to applied design, construction, and surveying techniques. For those opting for the industrial year, a placement will be undertaken between academic stages.

Core modules (examples)

• Engineering Mathematics
• Civil Engineering Construction and CAD
• Construction Materials Technology
• Structural Analysis: Theory and Design
• Construction Organisation and Economics
• Site Surveying

Industrial placement (optional)

• The industrial year pathway includes a work placement in an engineering-related setting, aimed at enhancing professional experience and workplace skills.

Assessment

• Assessment methods typically involve a blend of coursework, design/problem-solving tasks, and practical or project-based work (specific assessment details can be confirmed on the program website).

Entry requirements

Admission is contingent upon meeting the program's specified qualifications and subject requirements. Typical entry criteria include:

• UCAS points: 112–120
• A Levels: BBB–BBC, including at least a Grade C in Maths or Physics
• BTEC: DDM–DMM (BTEC National Diploma/Extended Diploma in Engineering or Physics), with a minimum Merit in the Maths unit
• GCSE: Maths and English at Grade 4 / Grade C or above (or equivalent)
• Access to HE: Pass Diploma with 60 credits (45 at Level 3, with minimum Distinction: 15, Merit: 24, Pass: 6), including compulsory Level 3 subjects

Career prospects

Graduates of the Civil Engineering with Industrial Year (Hons) program are well-prepared for a variety of careers within the engineering sector. The combination of academic knowledge and practical experience gained during the industrial placement enhances employability, opening doors to opportunities in design, construction management, and project consultancy, among others. The program's accreditation also supports graduates in pursuing professional registration, further enhancing their career prospects in the field of civil engineering.