Civil engineers are instrumental in building a sustainable and more resilient future. By designing, constructing and maintaining the infrastructure that underpins people’s lives, they play a vital role in tackling global challenges such as climate resilience, sustainable development and urban regeneration. At Nottingham, our Civil Engineering programmes empower you to become a part of – and lead – that change. Our BEng Civil Engineering programme equips you with the technical expertise, creative thinking and leadership skills to deliver high-profile projects. From buildings and urban developments to transport networks and water systems, you’ll learn to engineer solutions that are safe, efficient and environmentally responsible. This three-year course combines rigorous academic study with hands-on experience on our award-winning University Park Campus. You’ll study core disciplines including structural engineering, geotechnics and fluid mechanics – and you’ll bring your learning to life through collaborative design projects that build expertise in construction management and sustainable development. Learning goes beyond the classroom. Through site visits, access to extensive lab facilities and state-of-the-art surveying equipment, you’ll turn theory into practice and gain the confidence to lead in real-world environments. This programme opens doors to careers in consultancy and contracting – as well as many other professions that value an analytical, creative mind. It is accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators of the ICE, IStructE, CIHT, IHE and PWI, ensuring your degree meets industry standards. With strong links to leading companies, Nottingham equips you for a future where your ideas shape the built environment. Explore how our graduates are already making an impact in consultancy, infrastructure and innovation by discovering their [stories](https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/engineering/departments/civeng/alumni/civil-engineering-alumni.aspx) and imagine where your journey could take you. **Why choose this course?** **Course highlights** * Accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators of the ICE, IStructE, CIHT, IHE and PWI. * Dedicated careers and placement support within the Faculty of Engineering and outstanding career prospects. Graduate destinations include Arup, AECOM, Mott MacDonald, GRAHAM, Network Rail and Pell Frischmann. * Opportunity to study abroad, including at the University of Nottingham China or University of Nottingham Malaysia. **Proven results** * 11th in the UK for civil engineering ([The Guardian Good University Guide 2026](https://www.theguardian.com/education/ng-interactive/2025/sep/13/best-uk-universities-for-civil-engineering-league-table)). * 94.7% of civil engineering undergraduates secured graduate level employment or further study within 15 months of graduation (HESA Graduate Outcomes 2021/22-2022/23).
A Level: AAB | including A in Mathematics and including one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Design and Technology, Geography, Geology, Computing, Further Mathematics, 3D Design, Design Engineering, Economics or Psychology. Excluding General Studies, Critical Thinking, Citizenship Studies, Global Perspectives and Research and Thinking Skills | T Level | A level mathematics also required. For applicants with T Level qualifications without A level mathematics the Foundation Year (H100) is recommended | Scottish Higher: AABBB | This qualification is only acceptable when combined with Advanced Higher grades AA including Mathematics and one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Design and Technology, Geography, Geology, Computing, Further Mathematics, 3D Design, Design Engineering, Economics or Psychology. | Access to HE Diploma: 30 UCAS points | Access to HE Diploma: 15 UCAS points | Access to HE Diploma | including Distinction in 15 Mathematics credits and 15 Engineering/Science credits | GCSE/National 4/National 5 English grade 4 / C | Scottish Advanced Higher: AA | including Mathematics and one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Design and Technology, Geography, Geology, Computing, Further Mathematics, 3D Design, Design Engineering, Economics or Psychology. This qualification is only acceptable when combined with Higher grades AABBB | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016): DD | in an Engineering or Science subject, plus A Level Mathematics at grade A. | International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme: 32 UCAS points | or 665 in Higher Level Certificates including 6 in Higher Level Mathematics Analysis and Approaches, 6 Higher Level Mathematics Applications and Interpretation or Standard Level 7 in Mathematics Analysis and Approaches plus Higher Level 5 in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Design & Technology, Geography, Geology, Computing/Computer Science, Further Mathematics, 3D Design, Design Engineering, Economics or Psychology. | WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales: B | This qualification is acceptable when combined with A Level grades AA in Mathematics and one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Design and Technology, Geography, Geology, Computing, Further Mathematics, 3D Design, Design Engineering, Economics or Psychology. | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016): DDD | in Engineering including Distinction in units: Engineering Principles, Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems, Further Engineering Mathematics | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016): D | Plus A Level Mathematics grade A and grade B in one of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Design and Technology, Geography, Geology, Computing, Further Mathematics, 3D Design, Design Engineering, Economics or Psychology.
(no less than 5.5 in any element) As well as IELTS, we also accept other English language qualifications. This includes TOEFL iBT, Pearson PTE, GCSE, IB and O level English. Check our English language policies and equivalencies for further details. (https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/studywithus/international-applicants/english-language/english-language-requirements.aspx) If you need support to meet the required level, you may be able to attend a Presessional English for Academic Purposes (PEAP) course (https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/cele/pre-sessional/index.aspx). Our Centre for English Language Education is accredited by the British Council for the teaching of English in the UK. If you successfully complete your pre-sessional course to the required level, you can then progress to your degree course. This means that you won't need to retake IELTS or equivalent. Please note: For pre-sessional English or one-year foundation courses, you must take IELTS for UKVI to meet visa regulations.
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