Civil Engineering Practice - 3 years
Weekend and Evening Course
Civil Engineers are responsible for virtually all the great structures around us. It’s the work that they do that makes or lives easier – from roads and airports, to access to clean water and electricity.
This course will develop your understanding of the process of civil engineering technical design and management. You'll be introduced to key skills in structures, fluids, geology, soil mechanics, surveying and materials. Through the mix of lectures, real-life projects and site visits, you’ll develop the knowledge and skills that employers are looking for.
Teaching and Assessment
You will be taught using demonstrations, laboratory sessions, lectures and tutorials.
A variety of assessment methods will be used. Some modules are assessed through coursework only, others by a combination taken from portfolios of work, case studies, oral and graphic presentations, team work projects, computer testing and examinations, so providing a flexible and effective means of assessing your progress.
As a partner student you will be granted access to the University’s online learning environment ‘University of Derby Online (UDo)’. From within UDo you will be able to access the University’s Library (including an extensive range of eBooks, eJournals, audio and video resources), course resources related to your programme and your grades.
Entry Requirements
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Specific requirements at GCSE: Five GCSEs at Grade C or Grade 4, including Maths and English
- Specific requirements at A-level: at least a C in either Maths, Physics, Science or another related subject at A-level (or equivalent qualification)
- UCAS points:120 (up to 16 from AS-levels)
NOTE: all applications are subject to approval by the University of Derby
What you will cover
Year 1
- 4HX 506 Applied Mathematics 1
- 4HX 507 Site Surveying 1
- 4HX 508 Construction CAD and BIM
- 4HX 509 Transport Systems and CPD
- 4HX 510 Structures 1
- 4HX 511 Civil Engineering Construction and Materials
Year 2
- 5HX 000 Transport (Civil)
- 5HX 503 Applied Mathematics 2
- 5HX 505 Fluids and Drainage Engineering
- 5HX 506 Geology and Soil Mechanics
- 5HX 509 Project Management and Team Leadership
- 5HX 512 Structural Design 2
Year 3
- 6HX 503 Civil Engineering Management
- 6HX 506 Structural Design Project
- 6HX 509 Civil Engineering Hydraulics
- 6TE 500 Independent Project (Engineering)
- 6TE 501 Innovation in Sustainability
Careers and employability
This course will prepare students for a wide range of careers in civil engineering.
You can continue your professional development and further study in the discipline of civil engineering by taking MSc Civil Engineering and Construction Management course.
Professional Recognition
This degree is accredited as fully satisfying the educational base for an Incorporated Engineer (IEng). You can visit www.jbm.org.uk for further information. This will lead to Membership of the Institution of Civil Engineers (MICE), the Institution of Structural Engineers (MIStructE), the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation (MCIHT), and the Institute of Highway Engineers (MIHE) following a period of relevant experience and a professional review.
How to Apply
Please scan your supporting documents, such as a photo, passport, visa, qualifications, references etc. before starting the application form. You will also need access to your e-mail. New Students landing page
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