Civil and Structural Engineering (with placement year) MEng
University of Bradford
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 45 graduates of Civil and Structural Engineering (with placement year) MEng and other courses in Civil Engineering at University of Bradford for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Civil Engineering.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
All Civil Engineering courses of University of Bradford
Salary
Salary of Graduates in Civil Engineering
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Civil Engineering at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £27000 | £26500 | £29000 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £25000 - £28000 | £23500 - £30500 | £27000 - £33000 |
All Civil Engineering courses of University of Bradford
Salary of all UK Graduates of Civil Engineering
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £28663 | £31250 | £35302 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £26283 - £31518 | £26397 - £36777 | £29125 - £43439 |
All Civil Engineering courses in the UK
Course Description
This MEng programme equips you with the underlying knowledge and skills you need to become a creative Civil and Structural Engineer, capable of planning, designing and overseeing the construction of sustainable structures and transport infrastructure systems.
Civil and Structural Engineering involves the design, construction and maintenance and repair of infrastructure such as roads and bridges, buildings, and underground transport systems.
You’ll develop a broad knowledge of geotechnical, structural, environmental and management aspects of civil engineering, and gain the computing, mathematical, drawing and communication skills you need as an engineer.
This 5-year MEng programme includes four years of study and a placement year in industry. The placement enables you to build industry contacts while developing your skills and professional confidence.
On completion of the programme you’ll be able to enter range of graduate civil engineering roles. Our employability rate is 97% - one of the highest in the UK.
You’ll be joining a dynamic profession with a high demand for skilled graduates, and contribute to the prosperity of our society.
Professional accreditation
This degree is accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM) comprising the Institution of Civil Engineers, Institution of Structural Engineers, Institute of Highway Engineers, and the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation on behalf of the Engineering Council as fully satisfying the educational base for a Chartered Engineer (CEng).
The degree is also recognised by ENAEE (European Network for Accreditation of Engineering Education).
Placement
This programme offers you the opportunity to take up a placement year working in industry in your third year.
The placement year is an excellent way to develop your professional experience, build industry contacts, and gain insight into the day-to-day work of a professional engineer.
After completing your placement you’ll return to complete the final year of the programme, and apply all you’ve learnt to studies. Many students continue their relationship with their placement employers - working for them part-time, developing final year projects with them or going back to them into graduate positions.
Rankings
Civil Engineering at the University of Bradford is ranked 7th in the UK in the Guardian University League Table 2021.
Our BEng / MEng in Civil and Structural Engineering received 91% overall satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2020.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Civil and Structural Engineering (with placement year) MEng at University of Bradford
| 80% | Teaching Professionals |
| 10% | Sales occupations |
| 10% | Business and public service associate professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Civil Engineering
All Civil Engineering courses of University of Bradford
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 5.0
- A-level Humanities
- General Test
- (no subscore less than 7.0)
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- 5.0
- A-level Sciences
- General Test
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- 4.5
- Foundation / Pathway Courses
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- 5.0
- Foundation Law
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- 6.0
- Graduate Degrees
- (no subscore less than 5.0)
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- 7.0
- Graduate Degrees Education, Law
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- 6.0
- Undergraduate Degrees
- (no subscore less than 5.0)
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- 6.0
- Undergraduate Degrees Law etc.
- (no subscore less than 5.0)
Costs
Tuition Fees Civil and Structural Engineering (with placement year) MEng
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
| Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| EU | £22180 | year 1 |
| International | £22180 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
August 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
UCAS application code:
H291
University Rankings
Positions of University of Bradford in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of Bradford in related subject specific rankings.
Engineering
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- #31
- #43
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- Civil Engineering
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 14 May, 2024]
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- #39
- #923
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- Engineering
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URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
[Published 22 July, 2024]
See all 29 university rankings of University of Bradford
About University of Bradford
The University of Bradford is a government funded research university based in the metropolitan city of Bradford, England. While the university is most well known for its very high volume of research output, it is also known for its substantial efforts in becoming an ‘Ecoversity’, setting an example for other institutions on the subject of sustainability and corporate social responsibility.
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Student composition of University of Bradford
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Total number of students enrolled at University of Bradford by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 7650
- postgraduates:
- 2505
- Total:
- 10155
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 14 May, 2024
Urap
- Published:
- 22 July, 2024