Structural Engineering Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)
Course Overview - Structural Engineering Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)
Solve the structural engineering problems of tomorrow's world. Ranked in the UK top 20 and 3rd in Scotland for overall satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2021.
This degree offers a thorough grounding in the major branches of Civil Engineering but with a focus on aspects most relevant to Structural Engineering. The aims of the programme are similar to those for Civil Engineering but with a stronger emphasis on the analysis, skills and knowledge appropriate to Structural Engineering design. In addition, this degree aims to cultivate skills for the creative developmen...
Solve the structural engineering problems of tomorrow's world. Ranked in the UK top 20 and 3rd in Scotland for overall satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2021.
This degree offers a thorough grounding in the major branches of Civil Engineering but with a focus on aspects most relevant to Structural Engineering. The aims of the programme are similar to those for Civil Engineering but with a stronger emphasis on the analysis, skills and knowledge appropriate to Structural Engineering design. In addition, this degree aims to cultivate skills for the creative development of designs for construction projects. An unrivalled range of specialist options is available in Year 5 and students complete a professional design project.
We are ranked in the UK top 20 and 3rd in Scotland for overall satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2021. All Structural Engineering degrees are supported by the Civil Engineering Industry Advisory Committee, which includes representatives from major multi-national employers offering advice, guidance and work placement opportunities.
In Year 1, you have the opportunity to visit a range of construction sites and experience guest lectures from professional engineers.
In Year 2, you have the opportunity to participate in Constructionarium, which provides hands-on construction working alongside professional engineers and tradesmen to construct scaled down versions of bridges, buildings, dams and civil engineering projects from all around the world.
There is flexibility to transfer between Civil Engineering and Structural Engineering degrees in Years 1, 2 and 3.
In Year 4, students undertake a week long collaborative design project working with students from across the built environment disciplines or can apply to study at a partner institution in Europe or North America.
In Year 5, students have the opportunity to participate in a field trip to Barcelona, looking at the design of some of the worlds’ most iconic structures.
Eligible applicants may be able to commence their studies from year 2 of the 5 year program. Please visit our website for further information.
Students on this programme also have the opportunity to apply for an Inter-Campus transfer to Dubai or Malaysia.
Accredited by the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE), Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation (CIHT) and Institute of Highway Engineers (IHE) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2027-09-13
Campus
Edinburgh Campus
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A06-A89
Institution Code
H24
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
Entry Requirements
A level
including Mathematics at B for entry to Year 1. For entry to Year 2: BBB including Mathematics.
T Level
We will consider T Levels as suitable for entry to our degree programmes, however, certain subject requirements may be required for entry to specific programmes. Where this is not evident as part of the T Level studies, we may ask for additional qualifications.
UCAS Tariff
Not accepted
Scottish HNC
HNC in a relevant subject with B in graded unit and at least SCQF level 7 mathematics for entry to Year 1. For Year 2 entry: HNC in a relevant subject with A in graded unit with at least SCQF level 7 mathematics.
Scottish HND
For Year 2 entry: HND in a relevant subject with BB in graded units with at least SCQF level 7 mathematics. For Year 3 entry: HND in a relevant subject with AB in graded units with at least SCQF level 7 mathematics
Scottish Higher
including Mathematics.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
It is also a requirement of every applicant to have English and Mathematics at a minimum of National 5 Grade C or GCSE Grade C or 4 (or equivalent)
Scottish Advanced Higher
including Mathematics plus AABB at Higher for entry to Year 2.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
with Mathematics at Higher Level 5 for entry to Year 1.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
in relevant engineering course (including sufficient Mathematics) for entry to Year 1. For entry to Year 2: DDM in a relevant engineering course (including sufficient Mathematics).
Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6)
We accept Foundation Apprenticeships in combination with other qualifications such as SQA Highers and Advanced Highers.
A level
including Mathematics at B.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
in relevant engineering course (including sufficient Mathematics).
Scottish Higher
including Maths at B.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
It is also a requirement of every applicant to have English and Mathematics at a minimum of National 5 Grade C or GCSE Grade C or 4 (or equivalent)
Not accepted
Scottish HNC
HNC in a relevant subject with B in graded unit and at least SCQF level 7 mathematics for entry to Year 1.
Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6)
We accept Foundation Apprenticeships in combination with other qualifications such as SQA Highers and Advanced Highers.
T Level
We will consider T Levels as suitable for entry to our degree programmes, however, certain subject requirements may be required for entry to specific programmes. Where this is not evident as part of the T Level studies, we may ask for additional qualifications.
A level
including Maths
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
in a relevant engineering course (including sufficient Maths).
Scottish Advanced Higher
including Maths plus AABB at Higher.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
with Mathematics at Higher Level 6.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
It is also a requirement of every applicant to have English and Mathematics at a minimum of National 5 Grade C or GCSE Grade C or 4 (or equivalent)
Not accepted
Scottish HNC
HNC in a relevant subject with A in graded unit with at least SCQF level 7 Maths.
Scottish HND
HND in a relevant subject with BB in graded units with at least SCQF level 7 Maths.
Scottish HND
HND in a relevant subject with AB in graded units with at least SCQF level 7 Maths
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £1,820 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| Channel Islands, England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Republic of Ireland | £9,790 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| EU, International | £25,808 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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