The Civil Engineering (With Year Abroad) MEng (Hons) at the University of Northumbria Newcastle equips you to tackle complex infrastructure challenges and shape the built environment of the future. This degree is ideal for aspiring engineers passionate about designing, constructing, and maintaining the essential systems that underpin modern society, from sustainable urban developments to resilient transportation networks. You will delve into core principles of structural analysis, fluid mechanics, and geotechnics, developing the analytical and problem-solving skills essential for a successful career in civil engineering. This programme provides a robust foundation for professional accreditation and advanced engineering practice.
You will study this rigorous MEng programme full-time on campus over five years, including a dedicated year abroad to broaden your international perspective and enhance your employability. Your learning journey will involve a blend of theoretical study, practical laboratory work, and significant project-based learning, including a major integrated group design project and a research project in your final year. You will gain hands-on experience with industry-standard tools like Building Information Modelling (BIM) and develop expertise in areas such as infrastructure engineering design and geotechnical instabilities. Graduates are well-prepared to pursue chartered engineer status and excel in diverse roles within consulting firms, construction companies, and public sector organisations.