Leeds Beckett University - City Campus,
Woodhouse Lane,
LS1 3HE
Undergraduate BSc (Hons)
Civil Engineering
Design a sustainable future. Get hands-on with real civil engineering projects, tackle climate challenges, and help create safer, greener, resilient cities.
Course overview
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H200 -
L27 -
City Campus -
Full-Time -
3 Years -
21 Sep 2026
What is civil engineering?
Civil engineering is about making life work. From the bridges you cross and roads you travel on to flood defences and future sustainable cities, civil engineers design, build, and protect the environments we rely on every day.
If you want a career where you can see the impact of your work, solve real-world problems, and help protect the planet, civil engineering puts you right at the heart of it.
Why study civil engineering at Leeds Beckett?
Our BSc (Hons) Civil Engineering degree is a hands-on, industry-focused course designed to turn your ideas into practical engineering skills. You won’t just learn theory, you’ll design, test, analyse, and build, using the same tools, software, and techniques used by professional engineers.
As part of this course, you’ll:
- Tackle society’s global challenges – including climate change, sustainability, and resilient infrastructure
- Build practical, hands-on engineering skills employers are actively looking for
- Learn from industry experts in structural, water, geotechnical, and highways engineering
- Work in specialist laboratories using industry-standard software and equipment
- Gain industry experience through summer placements and an optional paid placement year
- Start building your professional engineering profile from day one
You’ll graduate with the confidence, competence, and mindset to succeed as a graduate civil engineer.
Accreditation that boosts your future
This degree is fully accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM) on behalf of the Engineering Council. This means it meets the educational requirements for Incorporated Engineer (IEng) status.
The JBM represents leading professional bodies including:
- Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE)
- Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE)
- Institute of Highway Engineers (IHE)
- Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation (CIHT)
- Permanent Way Institution (PWI)
Accreditation gives your degree professional recognition and a clear route into engineering practice.
Industry experience and placements
We’ll support you in securing summer placements and an optional placement year in industry. This gives you opportunities to work on real engineering projects, build confidence in professional environments, and stand out to employers before you graduate.
Professional guidance
You’ll take part in development sessions led by industry professionals, helping you explore different civil engineering careers and discover where your strengths lie. We also maintain strong links with the Institution of Civil Engineers, one of the world’s most respected engineering institutions, with more than 200 years of history. Through our relationship with the ICE, you’ll learn more about the work of civil engineers, why the profession matters, and the global opportunities a civil engineering career can offer.
Why study the BSc Civil Engineering course at Leeds Beckett University?
- Fully JBM-accredited, supporting your journey to Incorporated Engineer (IEng) status
- Real paid placement opportunities – boost your CV, earn while you learn, and get a head start in industry with a summer placement or optional placement year
- Train in industry-standard labs and specialist facilities – use the same tools and technology as professional engineers
- Get out on site – take part in local and regional site visits to see major projects happening in the real world.
- Learn from the experts – connect with industry professionals through guest lectures and a course team with real engineering experience.
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Everything you need to know
Discover all there is to know about the course, from entry requirements and fees to exploring the school you’ll be joining - we’ve got it covered.
Entry requirements
104
points required
If you’re unsure how to work out your UCAS points we have a UCAS Tariff Calculator which will do it for you. All you need to do is enter your qualifications and let the UCAS Tariff Calculator do the maths.
We have welcomed students from over 140 countries to study at Leeds Beckett University. If you are interested in studying with us you can find all the information you need about entry requirements and how to apply on our country specific pages.
Entry requirements
104
points required
UCAS Tariff Points: 104 points required.
(Minimum 64 from two A Levels or equivalent, excluding General Studies. This must include a Maths or science subject. If you are studying Biology, Chemistry or Physics to meet this requirement you must also achieve a `Pass' in the practical assessment, where that practical assessment is separated (from 2017).).
GCSEs
GCSE English Language and Maths at Grade 4 or above (Grade C for GCSEs taken before 2017) or equivalent. Key Skills Level 2, Functional Skills Level 2 and the Certificate in Adult Literacy and Adult Numeracy are accepted in place of GCSEs.Access to HE Diploma
Pass overall with a minimum of 104 UCAS tariff points to include 15 merits in Maths or a science subject.T Levels
Pass overall with a minimum of 104 UCAS tariff points, including a C or above on the core in a relevant subject.Scottish Awards
104 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 5 Highers of which at least 2 must be grade B or above and should include Maths or a science subject.Irish Leaving Certificate
104 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 5 subjects at higher level of which at least 3 must be grade H3 or above and should include Maths or a science subject.International baccalaureate
104 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 3 Highers of which at least 2 must be grade H5 or above and should include Maths or a science subject.IELTS
IELTS 6.0 with no skills below 5.5, or an equivalent qualification. The University provides excellent support for any applicant who may be required to undertake additional English language courses.
Additional entry requirements:
Level 5 or 6 Entry:
Level 5 Entry: Applicants should have a HNC (pass) in a civil engineering discipline.Level 6 Entry: Applicants should have a HND (pass) in a civil engineering discipline.
How we assess your application
At Leeds Beckett we look for students who demonstrate a good knowledge, curiosity and passion for your chosen course and would benefit from the University’s learning environment.We aim to give every student a fair chance to progress and succeed on their chosen course and we recognise that your grades may not always reflect your true potential. Therefore, when assessing your application, we will consider the following:
- Your completed qualifications (such as GCSEs, A Levels, and their equivalents).
- Your predicted grades in future examinations.
- Your personal statement.
Our offers
All our offers are made by trained professionals who are committed to making offers that are appropriate to each applicant, regardless of their background.* They have the discretion to vary the level of offer to ensure every student with the potential to succeed at Leeds Beckett receives an offer that is achievable for them. This could mean that you may receive an offer to study on this course with lower (predicted or achieved) UCAS Tariff Points than our published tariff.  Your offer will be based on our belief that you are capable of benefiting from, and successfully completing, your course. We believe that it is people who think differently, independently, people with ‘unlike-minds' that make big things happen.*We operate a contextual admissions policy, which means we consider a range of additional factors when we assess a student’s application. Applicants who meet at least one of our contextual admissions criteria may be offered a place on this course with lower (predicted or achieved) UCAS Tariff Points than our published tariff.
Our contextual admissions criteria are:
- Home postcode is in an area where few people go to University (POLAR4 quintile 1 or 2 area. This can be checked on the Office for Students website).
- Declared disability on the UCAS application form (or direct application for part-time applicants).
- Over the age of 21 on the 1st of September before the course starts.
- Declared as a care experienced on the UCAS application form (or direct application for part-time applicants).
Our place as an Anchor Institution
To further strengthen our position as a key provider of education and training for West Yorkshire we apply an Anchor Institution Policy in our admissions process. Students who apply to us from any of the five Local Authority areas in West Yorkshire (BD, HD, HX, LS, WF) may be offered a place on this course with lower (predicted or achieved) UCAS Tariff Points.Mature Applicants
Our university welcomes applications from mature applicants who demonstrate academic potential. All students will be considered through the contextual admissions policy described above. If you do not meet the requirements through the contextual admissions policy, we may still be able to make you an offer if you have recent relevant work experience through our 'Recognition of Prior Learning' policy. Please ensure that you list both your qualifications and any relevant work experience in your application so that we can consider you under both schemes where applicable. All applicants should meet our standard entry requirements of GCSE grade 4 in English language and, where specified, Maths. Alternative qualifications such as functional skills are accepted in lieu of GCSEs for most courses.We have welcomed students from over 140 countries to study at Leeds Beckett University. If you are interested in studying with us you can find all the information you need about entry requirements and how to apply on our country specific pages.
International baccalaureate
104 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 3 Highers of which at least 2 must be grade H5 or above and should include Maths or a science subject.IELTS
IELTS 6.0 with no skills below 5.5, or an equivalent qualification. The University provides excellent support for any applicant who may be required to undertake additional English language courses.
Additional entry requirements:
Level 5 or 6 Entry:
Level 5 Entry: Applicants should have a HNC (pass) in a civil engineering discipline.Level 6 Entry: Applicants should have a HND (pass) in a civil engineering discipline.
Additional entry requirements:
Verify your qualifications
If you are an international student, we can help you to compare and verify your qualifications. Please contact our International Office on +44 (0)113 812 1111 09.00 to 17.00 Mon-Thurs / 09.00 to 16.30 Fri GMT or email internationaloffice@leedsbeckett.ac.uk.Need to improve your English Language skills?
Don't worry if you don't have the level of English required for your chosen course. We offer a wide range of courses which have been designed to help you to improve your qualifications and English language ability, most of which are accredited by the British Council. Check your English and find out more about our English courses.More questions?
No matter what your questions, we are here to answer them, visit our International website to get more information and find out about our online open days.Independent study is a crucial part of learning at university and you will be required to undertake many hours of self-directed research and reading, and preparation and writing of assessments. Your course is delivered through a number of modules, which will help you to plan your time and establish a study routine. Outside of your lectures, workshops and tutorials, a range of support is available to assist with your independent study. Our subject-specific librarians will be on hand to direct you to the specialist learning and study-skill resources. You’ll also be assigned an academic advisor to give you tailored feedback and support.
Modules, teaching and learning
What you'll learn
Develop your knowledge of civil engineering procedures in the professional and legal working environment. This module will introduce the structure of and roles within the civil engineering profession. You'll identify those involved in civil engineering contracts and their roles and responsibilities both within contract and in UK Law. You'll be able to demonstrate awareness of health and safety requirements in the delivery of civil engineering projects and the professional responsibilities of the civil engineer in relation to health safety and welfare. This module will enable you to understand how the Civil Engineering Standard Method of Measurement (CESMM) is applied and apply CESMM to basic civil engineering work items.
Develop the mathematical understanding needed to explore technical civil engineering topics. You'll learn how to apply a range of mathematical techniques to solve technical civil engineering problems. On completion, you'll be able to manipulate and solve various types of linear and non-linear equations, understand and apply the principles of differential and integral calculus, and use data production and statistical methods to solve construction-related problems.
Start to plan for your professional development and lifelong learning. This practical module will enable you to put theory into practice and develop skills in the evaluation and resolution of realistic practical problems. You'll practise working as part of a team as you apply the knowledge, understanding and skills you gained in other modules, and where possible experiences from work, to a major piece of work. You'll work as part of a small group to practise co-ordinating your team's individual skills and abilities.
Develop the mathematical understanding needed to explore technical civil engineering topics. You'll learn how to apply a range of mathematical techniques to solve technical civil engineering problems. On completion, you'll be able to manipulate and solve various types of linear and non-linear equations, understand and apply the principles of differential and integral calculus, and use data production and statistical methods to solve construction-related problems.
Study the industry techniques used to collect, manipulate and display geospatial digital data. This module will introduce and explain the methods used to convert graphical and coordinate data into the linear and circular measure required for setting out on site. You'll also develop skills in the production of plans and drawings using Computer Aided Design (CAD) packages.
Build the digital skills that turn spatial data into practical site solutions. In this module, you'll explore how geospatial data is collected, interpreted and visualised using industry-relevant tools and techniques. You'll learn how graphical and coordinate information is converted into the linear and circular measurements required for setting out. You'll also gain hands-on experience creating accurate, professional plans and drawings using Computer Aided Design (CAD) packages.
This module will introduce you to the behaviour of structures. We'll discuss units, forces, moments, stresses, tension, compression, shear, bending and their application to the analysis of structures. In addition, we'll explore pin jointed frames analysis, determination of bending stresses from general bending equation and loading calculations. You'll learn using simple models to illustrate structural effects, discuss case studies, and examine real structures and analyse their structural behaviour.
Enhance your understanding of the properties of materials in both the design and construction phases of any civil engineering project. You'll study the properties of a range of civil engineering materials including material properties, metals, cement, concrete, mortars, masonry, bricks, timber, inorganic glass, engineering soils – classification and properties, sealants & adhesives.
What you'll learn
Build your understanding of the commercial and contractual procedures involved in delivering civil engineering projects, such as preparing detailed risk assessments and recognising different contract types. You'll understand the professional role and responsibilities of civil engineering and allied professions, and recognise the range and application of contract types. We'll explore how to apply contract based processes especially related to payment and prepare detailed risk assessments and method statements for a range of civil engineering activities. You'll plan, monitor and control a complex project.
Explore structural geology and the classification and identification of minerals and rocks for engineering purposes. This module will develop your understanding of soil mechanics principles for permeability and shear strength, and of shallow and pile foundation design and settlement calculations.
Build on the knowledge of forces, moments and stresses you developed in the Engineering Mechanics module, and your understanding of the properties of materials from the Materials Science module. You'll study the design of structural elements in reinforced concrete, masonry, timber and steel. We'll cover the factors which influence the suitability of materials within construction, and the interrelationship between design and construction. You'll understand different approaches to structural design, and will develop an awareness of the design process and current codes of practice applied to an array of basic structural elements in a range of materials.
This module will build the basic knowledge of construction materials you gained in the Engineering Materials Science module. We'll cover topics including properties of materials and their use and deterioration in service. This module will have a particular emphasis on concrete including its design, use onsite and the deterioration of reinforced concrete structures. We'll examine mechanisms of corrosion and prevention of corrosion and physical metallurgy and polymers and their application in civil engineering.
This module will provide a basic understanding of the wide range of factors affecting highway and traffic engineering and fundamental highway engineering. You'll understand highway scheme development and traffic-highway characteristics and relationships. You'll design horizontal and vertical alignments, junctions and highway infrastructure which comply with relevant design standards. This module will enable you to identify the factors which affect pavement thickness design, select appropriate materials and design flexible and rigid pavements using current empirical and analytical design procedures. You'll also design basic highway drainage and earthworks.
Option modules may include
Combine your learning from earlier modules through an exciting, multidisciplinary design project. This module gives you the opportunity to explore the infrastructural and structural elements of a real-world civil engineering challenge, helping you see how individual disciplines come together in practice. You'll consider key professional factors such as project management and planning, health and safety, sustainability, and the effective use of resources. Working through a series of scenario-based design problems, you'll apply appropriate design principles and techniques while balancing technical requirements with cost, environmental impact, and user welfare. By the end of the module, you'll be able to develop, evaluate, and present a range of conceptual solutions. Using your engineering judgement, you'll justify your decisions and select the most suitable option for further detailed design – just like a practising civil engineer.
Combined with design, the analysis of structural elements and systems is one of the main themes of your courses This module will consolidate and extend your understanding of the concepts of structural mechanics and their application to the analysis of a variety of statically determinate structures. You'll develop an understanding of the load-displacement behaviour of a range of basic structural configurations. You'll also gain an appreciation of the relationship between structural analysis and the design of basic structural elements and systems.
What you'll learn
This module will enable you to use the skills you developed throughout your course to produce an individual major piece of work to a strict time-scale. Your project will be to a clearly defined brief based upon a simulated industrial scenario. You'll need to demonstrate sound judgement from an engineering and management perspective. Your work could support you when demonstrating your employability to employers.
Build on the fundamental mathematical and management skills you developed in your first and second years of study. This module will focus on mathematical methods that support decision making in a civil engineering context. You'll use statistical analysis, operational research, financial appraisal and traditional mathematical techniques to examine engineering scenarios. Overall, you'll learn to justify management decisions on the basis of logic, quantitative modelling and objective analysis. You'll learn through a series of lectures and supporting workshop, tutorial and IT sessions.
You'll need an understanding of the behaviour of fluids to solve many civil engineering problems. This module will introduce you to the fundamental principles of fluid flow. You'll understand how to use these principles to analyse and solve basic civil engineering problems involving pipe flow and open channel flow systems. We'll also cover the fundamental principles and issues associated with the 'water industry'.
Option modules may include
Research and write an in-depth study on an area of civil engineering. You could use laboratory based study, field data gathering and analysis, development and testing of computer tools for civil engineering problem analysis or in-depth design analysis. Your project will be technically based and you'll strengthen your self-direction, decision making and understanding of civil engineering. You'll present your research in a traditional dissertation format.
Further develop your understanding of the principles and applications of structural analysis and design. This module will consider indeterminate structural forms with particular emphasis on limit state concepts and related design applications. You'll study both stiffness and flexibility methods of analysis and you'll use industry standard software to complement 'manual’ analysis computations. This module will enable you to study analytical methods and related design principles in an integrated manner. You'll use industry standard case studies to produce code compliant structural solutions to a professional standard.
A further insight into the factors which affect highway and traffic engineering, developing your expertise in specialist areas of highway design, construction and maintenance. You'll develop understanding of highway material properties in-service and associated site and laboratory testing. You'll also practise designing complex horizontal and vertical alignments, including junction layouts, which comply with relevant industrial design standards. We'll encourage you to undertake a range of pavement thickness designs. You'll understand and learn how to apply the principles of highway maintenance and management. The module will develop your knowledge of highway construction issues including weak ground, contamination, environment and sustainability.
We'll develop your appreciation of site investigation techniques, particularly relating to the interpretation of geotechnical data. You'll look at design applications related to water flow, effective stress parameters, slope stability, foundation bearing capacity and retaining walls. We'll also explore both hand calculations and computer methods. This module will enable you to practise applying site investigation techniques and interpret geotechnical data to write geotechnical reports. You'll also explore how water plays a major role in influencing geotechnical design, i.e. the consideration of effective stress parameters and the use of seepage analysis. You'll undertake basic design calculations for foundations, slopes and retaining structures and use computer software programs to support communication and design calculation.
Explore infrastructure asset management, which is the on-going maintenance, repair and upgrading of civil engineering infrastructure through the whole life cycle. This module will introduce terminology and systems used in asset management decision making which. You'll use industrial case studies to apply your learning and gain a comprehensive understanding of the terminology and systems used in asset management. We'll practise interpreting and critically appraising a range of operational research techniques using manual and digital technologies. You'll also understand how to apply optimum decision making strategies when considering how asset management can support financial, environmental and social sustainability. You'll also design and critically evaluate an asset management system for a civil engineering specialism, for example highways, water or rail, etc., in-line with current industrial practice.
This course offers the opportunity to take a ‘placement’ year – a year of paid employment in industry which will build your skills and experience. This is usually taken between the second and third year of your degree and will extend the length of your course by an additional year.
Students who choose the placement route find it helps with both their studies and getting a job after graduation. It can build your confidence, contacts, and of course your CV. Leeds Beckett advertise lots of placement opportunities and provide support in helping you find the right placement for you.
Fees and funding
£9,790
UK
The annual tuition fee for students entering in the 2026/27 academic year is anticipated to be £9790 (the maximum annual tuition fee cap announced by the UK Government, which is subject to parliamentary approval).
For each subsequent year of study, the University may charge up to the maximum annual tuition fee cap set by the UK Government, which may increase in line with any uplift determined by the UK Government by law or government policy (such increases are expected to be linked to inflation).
Placement Year
You will normally spend a whole year in placement. For this year you will be charged a reduced fee, which is yet to be confirmed.
£16,840
International 2026
The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2026/27 is £16840.
Placement Year
You will normally spend a whole year in placement. For this year you will be charged a reduced fee of £2526.Fees and funding
£9,790
For students entering in 2026
The annual tuition fee for students entering in the 2026/27 academic year is anticipated to be £9790 (the maximum annual tuition fee cap announced by the UK Government, which is subject to parliamentary approval).
For each subsequent year of study, the University may charge up to the maximum annual tuition fee cap set by the UK Government, which may increase in line with any uplift determined by the UK Government by law or government policy (such increases are expected to be linked to inflation).
Placement Year
You will normally spend a whole year in placement. For this year you will be charged a reduced fee, which is yet to be confirmed.Additional course costs
Tuition Fees
Your tuition fees cover the cost of registration, tuition, academic supervision, assessments and examinations.
The following are also included in the cost of your course:
- 24/7 Library and student IT support
- Free wifi via eduroam
- Skills workshops and resources
- Library membership, giving access to more than 500,000 printed, multimedia and digital resources
- Access to software, including five free copies of Microsoft Office 365 to install on your PC,laptop and MAC, and access to free high-end software via the Leeds Beckett remote app
- Loan of high-end media equipment to support your studies
Access to course resources, equipment and facilities, including:
- Student membership of accrediting body Engineering Council.
In many cases, costs associated with your course will be included in your course fee. However, in some cases there are ‘essential’ additional costs (those that you will be required to meet in addition to your course fee), and/or ‘optional’ additional costs (costs that are not required, but that you might choose to pay). We have included those essential or optional additional costs that relate to your course, below.
Essential Costs
- The year 3 site visit in Leeds is part of the Hydraulics & Water Engineering module. Costs are dependent on details and location - you'll need to pay transport costs for local trips and sustenance if required.
- Protective footwear for site visits and working in the construction materials laboratory.
Optional Costs
- Field trips/site visits. Costs are dependent on details and location - you'll need to pay transport costs for local trips and sustenance if required.
- Placement locations and experiences will vary throughout the course. You'll need to pay for any additional travel or dual accommodation costs.
- Additional software to support your studies.
Other study-related expenses to consider: materials that you will need to complete your course such as books (whilst the library provides access to readings recommended for your modules, you may wish to purchase your own copies of some books); you can also make suggestions for books to be added to Library stock; placement costs (these may include travel expenses and living costs); student visas (international students only); printing, photocopying and stationery (you may need to pay for multiple copies of your dissertation or final project to be printed and bound); events associated with your course such as field trips; study abroad opportunities (travel costs and accommodation, visas and immunisations). Other costs could include academic conferences (travel costs) and professional-body membership (where applicable). The costs you will need to cover for graduation will include gown hire and guest tickets, and optional extras such as professional photography.
As well as your mobile phone, you will also need access to a desktop computer and/or laptop to complete assignments and access university online services such as MyBeckett, your virtual learning environment. You can book and borrow AV equipment through the media equipment service accessed online via the student hub and located in the library at each campus. Equipment includes: 360 Cameras, iPads, GoPros, MacBooks, portable data projectors, portable projection screens, flipchart stands, remote presenters, digital cameras and camcorders, SLR cameras, speakers, microphones, headphones, headsets, tripods, digital audio recorders and PC/laptops (a laptop loans service is provided on campus in the library on both campuses). Student laptops are also available from the laptop lockers located in the libraries.
This list is not exhaustive, costs are approximate and will vary depending on the choices you make during your course. Any rental, travel or living costs are also in addition to your course fees. If you choose to study via distance learning, you may not be able to access all of the facilities listed if you are not able to visit us on campus.
£16,840
For students entering in 2026
The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2026/27 is £16840.
Placement Year
You will normally spend a whole year in placement. For this year you will be charged a reduced fee of £2526.Additional course costs
Tuition Fees
Your tuition fees cover the cost of registration, tuition, academic supervision, assessments and examinations.
The following are also included in the cost of your course:
- 24/7 Library and student IT support
- Free wifi via eduroam
- Skills workshops and resources
- Library membership, giving access to more than 500,000 printed, multimedia and digital resources
- Access to software, including five free copies of Microsoft Office 365 to install on your PC,laptop and MAC, and access to free high-end software via the Leeds Beckett remote app
- Loan of high-end media equipment to support your studies
In many cases, costs associated with your course will be included in your course fee. However, in some cases there are ‘essential’ additional costs (those that you will be required to meet in addition to your course fee), and/or ‘optional’ additional costs (costs that are not required, but that you might choose to pay). We have included those essential or optional additional costs that relate to your course, below.
Access to course resources, equipment and facilities, including:
- Student membership of accrediting body Engineering Council.
Essential Costs
- The year 3 site visit in Leeds is part of the Hydraulics & Water Engineering module. Costs are dependent on details and location - you'll need to pay transport costs for local trips and sustenance if required.
- Protective footwear for site visits and working in the construction materials laboratory.
Optional Costs
- Field trips/site visits. Costs are dependent on details and location - you'll need to pay transport costs for local trips and sustenance if required.
- Placement locations and experiences will vary throughout the course. You'll need to pay for any additional travel or dual accommodation costs.
- Additional software to support your studies.
Other study-related expenses to consider: materials that you will need to complete your course such as books (whilst the library provides access to readings recommended for your modules, you may wish to purchase your own copies of some books); you can also make suggestions for books to be added to Library stock; placement costs (these may include travel expenses and living costs); student visas (international students only); printing, photocopying and stationery (you may need to pay for multiple copies of your dissertation or final project to be printed and bound); events associated with your course such as field trips; study abroad opportunities (travel costs and accommodation, visas and immunisations). Other costs could include academic conferences (travel costs) and professional-body membership (where applicable). The costs you will need to cover for graduation will include gown hire and guest tickets, and optional extras such as professional photography.
As well as your mobile phone, you will also need access to a desktop computer and/or laptop to complete assignments and access university online services such as MyBeckett, your virtual learning environment. You can book and borrow AV equipment through the media equipment service accessed online via the student hub and located in the library at each campus. Equipment includes: 360 Cameras, iPads, GoPros, MacBooks, portable data projectors, portable projection screens, flipchart stands, remote presenters, digital cameras and camcorders, SLR cameras, speakers, microphones, headphones, headsets, tripods, digital audio recorders and PC/laptops (a laptop loans service is provided on campus in the library on both campuses). Student laptops are also available from the laptop lockers located in the libraries.
This list is not exhaustive, costs are approximate and will vary depending on the choices you make during your course. Any rental, travel or living costs are also in addition to your course fees. If you choose to study via distance learning, you may not be able to access all of the facilities listed if you are not able to visit us on campus.
Scholarships and bursaries
We are committed to ensuring that an education at Leeds Beckett University is open to all. If you're thinking of joining us for undergraduate study, you may be eligible for a non-repayable scholarship or bursary to help with the cost of university. To find out if you are be eligible visit our scholarships and bursaries page.
We also offer a range of non-repayable scholarships for international students. To find out if you may be eligible visit our scholarships for international students page and select your home country from the drop-down list.
Our courses create professionals who have built a broad-based knowledge of core civil engineering topics, learning from specialist lecturers who have worked in their respective fields. Becoming a civil engineer right now represents a fantastic opportunity to become involved in several upcoming high-profile infrastructure projects proposed in the UK, as well as opportunities to work on a multitude of prestigious projects worldwide.
Tom Craven
Course Director
Career prospects
There’s a lot to consider when choosing a course. Take a look at the team you’ll be working with, employability statistics and career prospects to help make up your mind.
Career Prospects
Civil engineering is a dynamic, rewarding, and future-focused profession, with a strong demand for skilled graduates in the UK and globally. Supported by practical experience, technical expertise, and professional awareness, this course prepares you for a wide range of roles across:
- Design
- Construction
- Consultancy
- Project management
You’ll graduate with skills in engineering software, laboratory investigation, surveying, and project work – helping you to stand out in a competitive job market. Many of our graduates progress into roles within civil and structural engineering consultancies, contractors, and public sector organisations.
You could also choose to continue your studies on our MSc Civil Engineering, to further boost your expertise, professional standing, and career prospects.
School of Built Environment, Engineering and Computing Industry Careers Fair 2022 - overview Sam Zulu explains what the Industry Careers Fair is all about and how it benefits both students and employers.
Tom Craven
Course Director / School of Built Environment, Engineering and Computing
Tom is the Course Director for all undergraduate Civil Engineering courses at the University. Tom has been with the University since 2007, delivering lectures across many modules. Tom now specialises as a civil engineering management lecturer.
Our Graduate Promise
We have a dedicated team of people who will support you with all aspects of your career planning, from day one until 18 months after you graduate.
Getting you career ready is an integral part of your university life and this is embedded throughout your lectures and seminars. Outside of your course there is a wide range of support available to help you achieve your career goals, including:
- Getting ready to apply for jobs
- Working on your CV
- Interview skills and assessment centres
- Connecting with employers and organisations
We are ranked 13th Best UK University for Careers Service
(Student Crowd Awards, 2024 – the only awards based entirely on student reviews).
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ICE Trainee Engineer, Leeds City Council
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