Environmental and Civil Engineering

Study mode:On campus Study type:Full-time Languages: English
Local:$ 4.16 k / Year(s) Foreign:$ 13.4 k / Year(s) Deadline: Jan 15, 2026
200 place StudyQA ranking:6141 Duration:12 months

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The BSc in Environmental and Civil Engineering at Queen's University Belfast offers students a comprehensive and multidisciplinary education designed to prepare graduates for a wide range of careers in the engineering sector. This programme combines core principles of civil engineering with a strong emphasis on environmental sustainability, enabling students to develop innovative solutions to contemporary environmental challenges. Throughout the course, students will gain essential skills in designing, analysing, and managing infrastructure projects such as transportation systems, water supply schemes, and environmental protection initiatives. The curriculum integrates theoretical knowledge with practical applications through laboratory work, design projects, and industry placements, ensuring graduates are well-equipped to address real-world problems. Key modules cover topics including structural engineering, environmental science, geotechnics, construction management, and sustainable design. The programme promotes critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and teamwork skills, essential attributes for successful professional practice. Additionally, students have access to state-of-the-art facilities and laboratories that facilitate hands-on learning experiences. The programme is accredited by relevant professional bodies, enhancing employment prospects post-graduation. Queen’s University Belfast’s strong ties with industry and government agencies provide opportunities for internships and collaborative research projects, enriching the student experience. Graduates of this programme will be prepared for careers in civil engineering, environmental consultancy, project management, and infrastructure development, with the flexibility to pursue further postgraduate studies or professional accreditation. With a focus on sustainability, innovation, and practical skills, the BSc in Environmental and Civil Engineering aims to produce forward-thinking engineers capable of making meaningful contributions to society and the environment.

Detailed Course Facts

Application deadline January 15 Tuition fee
  • EUR 4160 Year (EEA)
  • EUR 13380 Year (Non-EEA)

England, Scotland and Wales £9,000; EU £3,575; International: £11,500

Start date September 2015 Duration full-time 12 months Languages Take an IELTS test
  • English
Delivery mode On Campus Educational variant Full-time

Course Content

This degree programme contains elements of both a theoretical and practical nature, and is designed to provide students with a good basis for a professional career. Emphasis is placed on the application of theory to the practical situation through design, laboratory and field courses. The degrees contain an element of modular choice, but all students are required to take modules which will equip them with the management and professional skills needed for a career in environmental and civil engineering.

Stage 1

In Stage 1 students study the fundamentals of civil engineering theory and practice. This forms the transition from the basic mathematics and sciences studied at secondary level to engineering applications. In addition, they develop their communication skills and understanding of health and safety issues, risk management and professional skills.

Stage 2

Stage 2 is a very important year of study, when the major knowledge of civil engineering subjects and their application within design are developed. The application of communications in a professional context is further developed. Students following the sandwich degree will take an Industrial Placement Year between Stages 2 and 3. This experience can count towards a City & Guilds Senior Award.

Stages 3/4

In Stage 3, the understanding of theory developed in the previous years is applied in a professional context. Students can choose to develop their knowledge in specialist subjects by choice of modules. They are introduced to water treatment and management and economics within the civil engineering profession. All students undertake a major individual research project. BEng students graduate at the end of this year.

The MEng is an Integrated Masters programme so Stage 4 is set at M-level. In this year students develop knowledge of environmental and business management. In addition, they work in teams on large integrated designs and also broaden their knowledge by choice of modules. They are required to take a relevant core civil engineering subject to advanced level. In this year students may opt to study an additional language.

English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 6

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Requirements

MEng

  • A-level AAB including Mathematics and a Science subject (Physics (preferred), Biology, Chemistry, Computing, Design/Technology, Geography or ICT).
    Note: applicants not offering Physics at A-level should have a minimum of a grade B in GCSE Physics or Double Award Science.
  • BTEC Extended Diploma A relevant BTEC Extended Diploma with 16 Distinctions and 2 Merits. Distinctions will be required in stipulated relevant units.
  • Irish Leaving Certificate AB2B2B2B2B2 including Higher Level grade A and B2 in any order in Mathematics and a Science subject (see list under A-level requirements).

Option to Transfer

Transfers between BEng Civil Engineering and MEng may be possible at the end of Stage 2.

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

Related Scholarships*

  • Academic Excellence Scholarship

    "The Academic Excellence Scholarship can provide up to a 50 % reduction in tuition per semester. These scholarships will be renewed if the student maintains superior academic performance during each semester of their 3-year Bachelor programme. The scholarship will be directly applied to the student’s tuition fees."

  • Access Bursary

    Bursary for UK students all subjects where the variable tuition fee rate is payable.

  • Alumni Bursary

    Alumni Bursary for UK Undergraduate students

* The scholarships shown on this page are suggestions first and foremost. They could be offered by other organisations than Queen's University Belfast.

Funding

Although the majority of our graduates are interested in pursuing careers in Civil Engineering significant numbers develop careers in a wide range of other sectors. The following is a list of the major career sectors (and some starting salaries) that have attracted our graduates in recent years:

  • Management Consultancy - £25-30,000
  • Accountancy: £15, 000
  • Fast Stream Civil Service - £23,500
  • Varied graduate programmes (Times Top 100 Graduate Recruiters/AGR, Association of Graduate Recruiters UK)

Accreditation

MEng Accredited CEng (Full): this degree is accredited as fully satisfying the educational base for a Chartered Engineer (CEng).

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