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Civil Engineering (Integrated) MEng (Hons)

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Overview

Overview

Why study at UWL? 
  • Ranked 30th university in the UK - The Guardian University Guide 2025
  • Number 1 London university for overall student satisfaction - National Student Survey 2024**
  • Best university for Student Experience and Teaching Quality in the UK - The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024

From safe drinking water to transport systems, civil engineers make a huge impact on the world we live in and our quality of life. This four-year Civil Engineering MEng (Hons) course focuses on the interactions between buildings and infrastructure, the environment in which they are built and operated, and the health of the people who use them.

During your studies, you’ll gain a firm grounding across the breadth of civil engineering, with a deeper focus as you progress in areas of civil engineering that impact both the human and environment.

You will do this by applying practical applications, techniques and creative thinking to meet various built environment challenges. You will also learn how to design and manage high-profile projects.

As part of your course you will take part in site visits to see civil engineering in action. You will also access our research and laboratory facilities, including Soil, Fluid, Structure and Computer labs.

This is an integrated course, combining studies for an undergraduate Honours degree with those for a Masters degree. As a result, this is a challenging and engaging course to take.

This degree is accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM), comprising the Institution of Civil Engineers, Institution of Structural Engineers, Institute of Highway Engineers, the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation, and the Permanent Way Institution, on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purpose of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.

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Study options:
We support flexible study by offering some of our courses part-time or via distance learning. To give you real world experience before you graduate, we also offer some courses with a placement or internship. All available options are listed here. Your choices may affect some details of your course, such as the duration and cost per year. Please re-check the details on this page if you change your selection.

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Why study Civil Engineering (Integrated) with us?

Why study Civil Engineering (Integrated) with us?

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What our students say…

The lecturers are fantastic and I don't think I would get as many work experience opportunities at any other university.

Harry Poulter

UWL has truly state-of-the-art facilities. I feel like I'm learning something new every day.

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Course detail & modules

Course detail & modules

This four-year MEng course has been designed to meet the requirements of the accrediting body, the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM).

The degree has a strong focus on current important areas such as sustainability, resilience, and structural engineering, and on research strengths at UWL in climate change and building performance, materials, smart technology and computational modelling. 

The issue of design is addressed in combination with the principles of sustainability and the process of design, and includes design option development, interpretation of drawings and sketching.

You will learn about safety legislation, safe working, method statements, risk assessment and management, as well as gaining site experience.

You will develop an appreciation of the context of construction set against construction principles, socio-economic and demographic factors, commercial and safety issues, and a basic introduction to BIM and construction technology. Consideration of sustainability issues and their impact on civil engineering design is another important aspect of this course.

In the first year of the course, you will be introduced to the fundamental and practical modules relating to civil engineering. Level 5 builds on the foundations laid down in the first year by looking to critically apply and analyse in a wider range of areas. 

At Level 6, you will be looking to synthesize your own ideas and critically evaluate your own working practices in a wide range of subjects. You will also undertake a year-long individual project which requires in-depth research study. 

In your final year you will be able to acquire a profound knowledge of civil engineering at the advanced level of theory, principles and application.

Compulsory modules

  • Civil Engineering Construction

    The module aims to give you a clear appreciation of the physical reality of civil and environmental engineering, so that your designs and proposals can be constructed as efficiently and safely as possible.

  • Structural Mechanics

    This module covers a core subject of civil and structural engineering courses. It will help you to understand the fundamental principles that determine how structures are analysed. You will learn to analyse the forces and stresses that normally act on the parts of structures.

  • Construction Materials

    This module will give you an overview of the principal materials used by the construction industry. By studying various materials' engineering performance characteristics, their impact on users and their sustainability factors, you will learn how the most appropriate materials are chosen.

  • Civil Engineering Materials

    You will advance knowledge on the use of concrete as a building material including its properties, application in different environments and safety precautions.

  • Land Surveying for Civil Engineers

    In this module, you will gain both theoretical understanding and practical skills through hands-on land surveying exercises. The curriculum focuses on mastering key surveying techniques, using essential equipment such as level and theodolite instruments. Regular practice will help you develop core competencies, preparing you for real-world surveying challenges.

  • CAD for Civil Engineers

    The aim of this module is to offer you the opportunity to develop practical experience on the use of CAD software mainly for producing drawings and also to carry out basic analysis of structures. Regular computer lab practice will enable you to produce a portfolio of CAD drawings that will demonstrate your skills and personal development towards a completed knowledge on working with the latest civil engineering CAD software.

  • Applied Mathematics for Engineering

  • Mathematics for Engineers

Compulsory modules

  • Fluid Mechanics

    Key aims of this module are to introduce fluid mechanics and establish its relevance in civil engineering, to develop the fundamental principles underlying the subject, provide an introduction and understanding of the physical principles and fundamental laws of fluid mechanics, and to show you how to apply the above principles and laws to the statics and dynamics of fluids.

  • Highway Engineering

    On this module you will gain knowledge and understanding of traffic control systems and analysis, as well as the processes for designing and evaluating roads and road junctions. The module also covers the principles and practice of highway engineering.

  • Concrete Design

    This module enables you to:

    1. understand and analyse how structures behave under load and why they fail
    2. apply design standards and codes to reinforced concrete
    3. make judgements on the choice of materials and their engineering properties as well as the effect of environmental conditions.

  • Soil Mechanics

    This module will help you gain a basic understanding of soil engineering and the behaviour of soil as an engineering material. Through practical laboratory work, you will develop your knowledge of basic soil mechanics tests, as well as the basic concepts and theories of soil mechanics and associated experimental tests.

  • Geology

    This module will focus on the significance and influence of geological history on the formation and behaviour of soils. It should also enhance your understanding of the engineering properties and behaviour of soil as an engineering material.

  • Structural Design

    This module enables you to enhance your knowledge of structural analysis and structural design to:

    1. determine loads and material properties on structural elements
    2. apply hand calculation methods for the analysis and distribution of loads
    3. apply the code requirement for design of structural elements and
    4. develop skills in modelling engineering problems.

     

  • Construction Laboratories

    On this module you will investigate and examine various material and structural properties, along with human comfort factors. You will do this through a series of laboratory experiments.

  • Sustainable Civil Engineering

    In this module you will study how civil engineering projects have been designed and built in response to sustainability objectives.

Compulsory modules

  • Construction Management

    This module is designed to enable you to study and critically investigate the commercial factors that apply to project delivery and the maintenance of buildings. The module facilitates in-depth analysis of best practice from the early stages of procurement, quality management, risk analysis, cost control through to and including methods of dispute resolution.

  • Individual Project (Civil Engineering)

    This module is designed to provide you with the chance to investigate an area of civil and built environment which is directly related to your course. This will enable you to develop research and written communication skills while you gain a greater understanding of the profession.

  • Integrated Group Design

    This module is where the knowledge gained in other modules is brought together to create multidisciplinary solutions to civil engineering problems. The module aims to develop the depth and breadth of knowledge and understanding of civil engineering design principles and practice used in industry.

  • Environmental Protection Engineering

    By building on your knowledge of fluid mechanics, this module will teach you to critically analyse existing areas of environmental protection.

  • Geotechnical Design

    This module will teach you how to analyse the variables involved in designing soil structures. You will also learn how to evaluate the interaction of soils with structures placed in or on soils. Furthermore, you will be introduced to the use of Eurocode 7 for basic geotechnical design.

Compulsory modules

  • Advanced Structural Analysis

    With a focus on steel structures, you will study theoretical and computational aspects of the advanced structural analysis combined with the finite element method (FEM). These studies will give you a primary analysing tool that can overcome the limitation of classical calculation and that encourages design creativity.

  • Advanced Structural Design

    This module provides the skills, knowledge and creativity required to conceptualise, safely analyse and design multi-story concrete structures. Structural engineering problems are tackled and design solutions (in groups and individually) sought in a way that reflects current industry practice. Enhanced understanding of underpinning design codes is also covered.

  • Advanced Geotechnical Engineering

    During this in-depth module you'll gain an understanding of advanced geotechnical modelling and its real-world applications. You will examine innovative and new geotechnical methods and experimental tests, such as advanced technics for stabilisation of slopes and soil cuts.

  • Hydraulic and Environmental Engineering

    On this module you will explore the concepts and design methods required to analyse hydrological processes and floodplain hydraulics. You will also address the computational methods for calculating flows in open channels and closed conduits, as well as hydraulic and hydrologic routing in rivers.

  • MEng Dissertation

    This module provides in depth knowledge on specific tools and theories to develop research, at Master's level, in the area of civil engineering. You will learn how to carry out a deep literature review in a topic, selected in agreement with the assigned supervisor. Additionally, the design of research questions, methodology and aims.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

120 UCAS points required from level 3 qualifications

These can include:      

  • A Levels at grade B, B and B, or above      
  • BTEC Extended Diploma with Distinction, Distinction, Merit      
  • Access to HE Diploma
  • T Levels

Subject areas must include mathematics, plus a further one from:

  • biology
  • chemistry
  • design and technology
  • further mathematics
  • ICT
  • physics
  • computer science
  • computing
  • geography

Please note: A-level General Studies and A-level Critical Thinking are not accepted.

You also need GCSE English and Maths (grade 9 - 4 / A* - C) or Level 2 equivalents.


Existing UWL students only: You can transfer from our BEng Civil and Environmental Engineering or BEng Civil Engineering at the end of Level 5 if you achieve first class at Level 5.

If you don’t meet the entry requirements for direct admission to the undergraduate course, you may want to consider applying for a 'with Foundation Year' course. The one-year pre-degree course is designed for individuals from non-traditional educational backgrounds who don’t meet the standard entry criteria. 

A foundation year helps you build confidence, academic skills, study techniques, and subject-specific knowledge. Upon successful completion of the Foundation Year, you’ll have access to a range of undergraduate degree courses at the University of West London. See our undergraduate courses with a foundation year. 

You need academic qualifications at the same level as UK applicants.

You will need to meet our English language requirement - a minimum of IELTS 6.5, with at least 5.5 for each of the 4 individual components (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening). Visit our English language requirements page for information on other English language tests we accept.

If you don’t meet the entry requirements for direct admission to the undergraduate course, you may want to consider applying for a 'with Foundation Year' course. The one-year pre-degree course is designed for individuals from non-traditional educational backgrounds who don’t meet the standard entry criteria. 

A foundation year helps you build confidence, academic skills, study techniques, and subject-specific knowledge. Upon successful completion of the Foundation Year, you’ll have access to a range of undergraduate degree courses at the University of West London. See our undergraduate courses with a foundation year. 

Fees & funding

Fees & funding

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Please note:

  • Fees for the 2026/27 academic year and onwards may be subject to Government regulation and change.
  • Tuition fees are charged for each year of your course. If your course runs for two years or more, you will need to pay the fee for each academic year at the start of that year.
  • If your course runs for less than two years, the cost above is for your full course and you will need to pay the full fee upfront.
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Funding your studies

You may be eligible for a student loan to cover the cost of tuition fees, or a maintenance loan. Additional funding is available to some types of students, such as those with dependants and disabled students.

We offer generous bursaries and scholarships to make sure your aspirations are your only limit. In recent years, hundreds of students have received our Full-time Undergraduate Student Bursary.

Additional scholarships specifically for computing and engineering students are also on offer.

View full details, including conditions and eligibility.

Funding your studies
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Please note:

  • Fees for the 2026/27 academic year and onwards may be subject to Government regulation and change.
  • Tuition fees are charged for each year of your course. If your course runs for two years or more, you will need to pay the fee for each academic year at the start of that year.
  • If your course runs for less than two years, the cost above is for your full course and you will need to pay the full fee upfront.
  • If no fee is shown above then the fees for this course are not available yet. Please check again later for updates.

International students - funding your studies

We offer scholarships for international students including International Ambassador Scholarships. 

Further information about funding and financial support for international students is available from the UK Council for International Student Affairs.

 

Financial support for international students
Teaching staff

Teaching staff

Professor Ali Bahadori-Jahromi

Professor Ali Bahadori-Jahromi

Ali Bahadori-Jahromi is a Professor of Civil Engineering, course leader for undergraduate and postgraduate Civil and Environmental Engineering including the Civil Engineering Degree Apprenticeship, and head of the Building Performance and Climate Change research group. His research group produced several research outputs, a number of PhD graduates for the civil and built environment and attracted collaboration and research funding from leading companies and research centres including: The Hilton, The Concrete Centre, XP Solutions and The Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE).

Professor Jahromi is a Fellow of the Institution of Civil Engineers and is a Chartered Engineer (CEng) recognised by the Engineering Council. He is also a member of the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM) which is the UK accreditation body for Civil Engineering courses and Chartered Examiner for the Institution of Civil Engineers. 

Ali Bahadori-Jahromi is a Professor of Civil Engineering, course leader for undergraduate and postgraduate Civil and Environmental Engineering including the Civil Engineering Degree Apprenticeship, and head of the Building Performance and Climate Change research group. His research group produced several research outputs, a number of PhD graduates for the civil and built environment and attracted collaboration and research funding from leading companies and research centres including: The Hilton, The Concrete Centre, XP Solutions and The Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE).

Professor Jahromi is a Fellow of the Institution of Civil Engineers and is a Chartered Engineer (CEng) recognised by the Engineering Council. He is also a member of the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM) which is the UK accreditation body for Civil Engineering courses and Chartered Examiner for the Institution of Civil Engineers. 

Study & career progression

Study & career progression

Civil engineers at a windfarm

Our Civil Engineering (Integrated) course is designed to prepare you to succeed in the construction industry. Through working on real projects from industry, fieldwork and regularly updated course content, you'll be equipped with skills and experience to carry with you for the rest of your professional career.

MEng graduates typically secure positions with civil engineering contractors, design consultancies, surveying subcontractors, utilities companies, and structural engineering organisations while others decide to work in education.

You could also continue your study at the doctorate level including PhD in Civil Engineering and PhD in Built Environment.

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**The National Student Survey 2023 and 2024 - Average of answers to all questions by registered student population. Excludes specialist institutions.

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Availability of placements - if you choose a course with placement/internship route we would like to advise you that if a placement/internship opportunity does not arise when you are expected to undertake the placement then the University will automatically transfer you to the non-internship route, this is to ensure you are still successful in being awarded a degree.