Civil Engineering Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)
Course Overview - Civil Engineering Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)
Summary
Civil engineering shapes the world around us. From the infrastructure we rely on every day to the systems that support sustainable living, it is central to how societies grow and adapt.
On this course, you will develop the knowledge and skills to design and build solutions to challenges in the built environment. You will explore how cities, structures and infrastructure are planned, created and managed, while building the teamwork and problem-solving skills needed for a career in industry.
In your first two years, you will build a ...
Summary
Civil engineering shapes the world around us. From the infrastructure we rely on every day to the systems that support sustainable living, it is central to how societies grow and adapt.
On this course, you will develop the knowledge and skills to design and build solutions to challenges in the built environment. You will explore how cities, structures and infrastructure are planned, created and managed, while building the teamwork and problem-solving skills needed for a career in industry.
In your first two years, you will build a strong foundation in engineering science alongside the core principles of civil engineering. You will begin to develop your design skills through workshops and projects, exploring sketching, model making and computing as tools for engineering thinking.
In your third year, you will deepen your understanding of key areas such as highway and traffic engineering, structural stability and geotechnics. You will also complete an individual project, bringing together the knowledge and skills you have developed.
Key features of the course
Build strong foundations. Develop a solid understanding of engineering science and core civil engineering principles in your early years.
Learn through design. Take part in workshops and projects that develop your skills in sketching, model making and computing.
Explore specialist areas. Study topics such as transport systems, structural behaviour and ground engineering in greater depth.
Apply your knowledge. Your individual project gives you the opportunity to investigate a topic in detail and bring together your learning.
Student support
Your Personal Academic Tutor (PAT) will support you throughout your time at Southampton, offering academic guidance, career advice and signposting to wellbeing and pastoral services when needed.
You will be part of a collaborative learning environment, working with students and staff who share your interest in shaping the built environment.
Further information
You will study in a setting designed for practical and project-based learning, helping you to develop both technical knowledge and professional skills.
The skills you gain will prepare you for careers across civil engineering, including infrastructure design, construction, transport and environmental engineering.
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2027-09-20
Campus
Main Site - Highfield Campus
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A23-C20
Institution Code
S27
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
A level
AAA including mathematics Offers typically exclude General Studies and Critical Thinking. A pass in the science Practical is required where it is separately endorsed. If you are taking an EPQ in addition to 3 A levels, you will receive the following offer in addition to the standard A level offer: AAB including mathematics at grade A, plus grade A in the EPQ. Applicants who have not studied the required subjects can apply for the Engineering/Physics/Mathematics Foundation Year.
T Level
A Distinction, including a Core A grade in Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction T-level plus grade A in A-level Mathematics.
UCAS Tariff
Not accepted
Scottish Higher
Offers will be based on exams being taken at the end of S6. Subjects taken and qualifications achieved in S5 will be reviewed. Careful consideration will be given to an individual’s academic achievement, taking in to account the context and circumstances of their pre-university education. Please see the University of Southampton’s Curriculum for Excellence Scotland Statement (PDF) for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information.
Pearson BTEC Diploma (QCF)
DD in the BTEC Diploma plus grade A in mathematics. Offers typically exclude General Studies and Critical Thinking. A pass in the science Practical is required where it is separately endorsed. Applicants who have not studied the required subjects can apply for the Engineering/Physics/Mathematics Foundation Year.
Access to HE Diploma
Not accepted
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Applicants must hold GCSE English language (or GCSE English) (minimum grade 4/C) and mathematics (minimum grade 4/C)
Scottish Advanced Higher
Offers will be based on exams being taken at the end of S6. Subjects taken and qualifications achieved in S5 will be reviewed. Careful consideration will be given to an individual’s academic achievement, taking in to account the context and circumstances of their pre-university education. Please see the University of Southampton’s Curriculum for Excellence Scotland Statement (PDF) for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information.
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)
Not accepted
Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF)
D in the BTEC Subsidiary Diploma plus grades AA from two A-levels including mathematics. Offers typically exclude General Studies and Critical Thinking. A pass in the science Practical is required where it is separately endorsed. Applicants who have not studied the required subjects can apply for the Engineering/Physics/Mathematics Foundation Year.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DD in the BTEC National Diploma plus grade A in mathematics Offers typically exclude General Studies and Critical Thinking. A pass in the science Practical is required where it is separately endorsed. Applicants who have not studied the required subjects can apply for the Engineering/Physics/Mathematics Foundation Year.
Extended Project
If you are taking an EPQ in addition to 3 A levels, you will receive the following offer in addition to the standard A level offer: AAB including mathematics at grade A, plus grade A in the EPQ. Offers typically exclude General Studies and Critical Thinking. A pass in the science Practical is required where it is separately endorsed. Applicants who have not studied the required subjects can apply for the Engineering/Physics/Mathematics Foundation Year.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Pass, with 36 points overall with 18 points required at Higher Level, including 6 at Higher Level in Mathematics (Analysis and Approaches) or 7 at Higher Level in Mathematics (Applications and Interpretation) Applicants who have not studied mathematics at Higher Level can apply for the Engineering/Physics/Mathematics Foundation Year.
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
AAA including mathematics (minimum grade A) Or AA from two A-levels including mathematics (minimum grade A), and A from the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales. A pass in the science Practical is required where it is separately endorsed. Offers typically exclude General Studies and Critical Thinking. Applicants who have not studied the required subjects can apply for the Engineering/Physics/Mathematics Foundation Year.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Not accepted
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H1 H2 H2 H2 H2 H2 including mathematics and applied mathematics
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D in the BTEC National Extended Certificate plus grades AA from two A-levels including mathematics. Offers typically exclude General Studies and Critical Thinking. A pass in the science Practical is required where it is separately endorsed. Applicants who have not studied the required subjects can apply for the Engineering/Physics/Mathematics Foundation Year.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
D3, D3, D3 in three Principal subjects including mathematics. Cambridge Pre-U's can be used in combination with other qualifications such as A levels to achieve the equivalent of the typical offer, where grade D3 can be used in lieu of A-level grade A. Applicants who have not studied mathematics a Principal subject can apply for the Engineering/Physics/Mathematics Foundation Year. We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EU, International | £0 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| Channel Islands, England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Scotland, Republic of Ireland | £10,050 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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