Civil engineering (top-up)

One year full-time, two years part-time. Other flexible, part-time study options also available.

It will concentrate on developing the student's ability to evaluate the major technical and management issues facing the industry in the 21st century. The course is relevant and responsive to meet the needs of industry whilst possessing the academic depth and rigour required of a higher education programme

The course will cover project management issues, application of information technology, advanced structural analysis and infrastructure development. The individual research project will form a key part of this course.

Stage three

Students will complete four taught modules of 20 credits each and a research project worth 40 credits.

• Integrate theoretical and practical knowledge to inform construction management in different contexts
• Unique blend of practical and theoretical modular assessments
• Experienced team of lecturing staff possessing industry links and professional experience of the topic area
• A broad coverage of the civil engineering related specialisms

• Advanced structural analysis and design
• Infrastructure development
• IT applications in construction
• Project management: managerial perspectives
• Research project

The course includes a wide variety of assessment methods including written work, presentations and time constrained assessment. Assessment is continuous throughout the course.

Many potential careers are open to students completing this course. Opportunities for employment can be found within the many branches of the civil engineering including on site and office management roles, consultancy work, work with national companies and as project managers.