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Civil Engineering - BEng (Hons)

Aston University, Birmingham

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Aston University, Birmingham

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Sandwich / Placement

  • Start date

    14-SEP-26

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary


Shape the world around you with our BEng Civil Engineering degree, where you will learn the skills to create, design and build the infrastructure that surrounds us.


Course outline

Civil engineering is at the forefront of creating a more sustainable world. At Aston University, you'll be equipped with the knowledge and skills to design and build the infrastructure of the future, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and environmental responsibility.This program is designed to provide a well-rounded education, focusing not only on technical skills but also on the interpersonal and ethical aspects of the profession. However, at Aston University, we don't just teach theory we emphasise practical, real-world experience. Our partnerships with industry leaders mean you'll have the opportunity to work on live projects and gain hands-on experience from day one. This practical approach ensures you graduate with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in your career.


Key benefits

- Professionally accredited – Accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators (ICE, IStruE, IHE, CIHT, PWI)- Power up your future – Develop the skills employers around the globe look for. Gain an edge in a fast-changing world and thrive in your career with Aston Power Skills.- Gold standard teaching – Aston University was awarded Gold – the highest possible rating for the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF, 2023)- Supported for success – Ranked 12th in the UK for ‘continuation’ (Civil Engineering Complete University Guide, 2025)- Excellent experience - Ranked 4th in the UK for ‘student experience’ (General Engineering Times/Sunday Times Good University Guide, 2025)- Earn more – Our graduates are among the highest paid in the country, earning on average £38,700 five years after graduating (Engineering Longitudinal Education Outcomes, 2024)


Where can this degree take me?

The transferable skills that our civil engineering programmes provide mean that graduates may find employment in a wide range of roles such as:- Civil engineer- Structural engineer- Geotechnical engineer- Transportation engineer- Environmental engineer- Project manager- Site engineer- Urban plannerGraduates may go on to work at companies such as Arup, Atkins, Balfour Beatty, Jacobs, Mott MacDonald, Skanska, WSP, and AECOM.


Professional accreditation

This programme is accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM): the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE), the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation (CIHT), the Institute of Highway Engineers (IHE) and the Permanent Way Institution (PWI). As part of the standard process, it is currently undergoing re-accreditation, with confirmation expected before September 2025.

Application deadline

14/01/2026

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 22,575per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

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University information

Aston University, Birmingham

Aston University, Birmingham

  • University League Table

    52nd

  • Campus address

    Main Site, Aston Street, Birmingham, Birmingham, B4 7ET, United Kingdom

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Aston Power Skills: embedded in every undergraduate degree. You’ll develop the four Power Skills that global employers are looking for.
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Award-winning careers support: opportunities for placements, work experience, or job-focused modules to help you succeed.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Civil Engineering

    48th out of 59 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 211
    126 60%

    30th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    n/a

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.09 77%

    31st

    10

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