The Civil Engineering Year in Industry BEng at Queen's University Belfast equips you to address the critical infrastructure challenges of our time, from sustainable urban development to essential resource management. This degree is designed for ambitious students who are passionate about applying scientific principles to real-world problems, shaping the built environment, and protecting our natural resources. You will gain a robust understanding of engineering mathematics, construction materials, fluid mechanics, and structural behaviour, preparing you for a dynamic career as a chartered Civil Engineer.
You will study this BEng degree full-time on campus over four years, with a dedicated industrial placement year between Stages 2 and 3. This hands-on experience, alongside practical laboratory work and design projects, allows you to apply theoretical knowledge in a professional setting. You will develop specialist skills in areas like geotechnics, hydraulics, and structural design, culminating in a major individual research project. Graduates are prepared for diverse roles in consultancy, construction, and public infrastructure, equipped with the technical, management, and professional skills demanded by the industry.