Civil and Architectural Engineering
UCAS Code: HK21
Master of Engineering (with Honours) - MEng (Hon)
Entry requirements
A level
B in Maths and a Numerate Science. Numerate Sciences include: Physics (Pass practical), Chemistry (Pass practical), Electronics, Design Technology and Computer Science. Engineering NOT acceptable in place of Maths or Numerate Science. B in A/S Level Physics also acceptable Students who have studied Mechanics modules as part of their A Levels - Refer to Tutor (must have A2 Maths)
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Grade C or grade 4 (or above) in Maths and English GCSE is required. Equivalent qualifications Key Skills level 2, and Functional Skills Level 2, are also accepted.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Grade 6 in Physics and Maths at Higher Level.
128 UCAS tariff points. Higher level Physics and Maths.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Civil Engineering or Engineering (Mechanical Eng OK) – Must obtain distinctions in all Maths Modules. No construction based diplomas.
128 UCAS tariff points. B in an Advanced Higher. Maths and Physics Advanced Higher
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About this course
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**From bridges and buildings to utilities and transport, civil engineering design shapes our everyday lives. With the demand for qualified engineers increasing, our industry-recognised MEng (Hons) Civil and Architectural Engineering degree will open far-reaching career opportunities.**
Blending civil engineering competencies with architectural essentials, this course promotes hands-on learning to help you to develop the theoretical knowledge and practical skills you’ll need in your career. Led by our IStructE award-winning civil engineering team, you’ll develop the skills to work closely with architects and turn their concepts and drawings into real-life.
Delivered over four years – or five with an industry placement – the course content draws from across the civil engineering spectrum. Accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators (Institution of Structural Engineers, Institution of Civil Engineers, Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation and the Institute of Highway Engineers), the course satisfies the educational base for an Incorporated Engineer (IEng).
Learning takes place in our Peel Park campus, minutes from central Manchester, home to world-famous feats of engineering and the largest construction hub outside of London. You’ll study the principles of engineering, mathematics, construction management, and geology. You’ll advance to explore building and architectural studies, looking at building envelope, services, and structural form. We’ll also encourage you to take an additional placement to gain vital workplace experience, adding ‘with professional experience’ to your degree award.
Our Civil Engineering courses scored 95% for overall satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2020 (University of Salford analysis of unpublished NSS 2020 data)
**Features**
• In your final year, take your studies to postgraduate level as you complete a final project, plus modules in seismic engineering and bridge engineering
• Develop ability in the design and construction of building envelopes used in modern building architecture, and understanding of advanced structural forms
• Explore the built environment, sustainability and urban design topics related to building and civil engineering works, including energy, supply, acoustics and risk
• Analyse soil slopes and foundations, exploring embankments, earth dams, and shallow foundations on various soil types
• Build knowledge and understanding of modern architecture in the context of building and civil engineering, including design and construction management
Modules
Year one modules may include: Engineering Mathematics E1, Civil Engineering Materials and Geology, Structures E1, Civil Engineering Construction, Civil Engineering Surveying, Civil Engineering Communication. Year two modules may include: Engineering Mathematics E2, Soil Mechanics E2, Structures E2, Design and Construction Management, Architectural Studies, Building Services. Year three modules may include: Individual Project, Geotechnical Engineering, Structures, Finite Element Analysis with Seismic Engineering, Building Envelope and Structural Form, Built Environment. Year four modules may include: Individual Project 2, Introduction to Structural Design with Computer Applications, Seismic Engineering and Practical Applications of Finite Element Analysis, Bridge Engineering.
The Uni
University of Salford
School of Science, Engineering and Environment
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Architecture
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Civil engineering
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Top job areas of graduates
Do you want to be in demand? This might be the degree for you! We are officially short of civil engineers, and so around two thirds of civil engineering graduates start jobs specifically as civil engineers, and starting salaries are well over £25k last year. Demand for civil engineers and related jobs - we're short of all of them - means that good graduates have plenty of options directly related to their degree when they graduate. This is a subject where work experience can be very helpful in getting a job and many students do work for engineering companies while they take their degrees.
Architecture
What are graduates doing after six months?
This is what graduates told us they were doing (and earning), shortly after completing their course. We've crunched the numbers to show you if these immediate prospects are high, medium or low, compared to those studying this subject/s at other universities.
Top job areas of graduates
Architecture had a difficult time a few years back during the great recession, but those days are over and the degree is in demand as house building and infrastructure have increased in importance. Most working architects secure jobs in the architecture industry, more usually starting as assistants rather than full-blown architects or chartered technicians. Some, however, move into management, design or marketing roles, where they find their planning, design and project management skills are very welcome. Nearly half the architecture-related jobs last year were in London or the South-East, and this group are rather more likely than average to find their jobs through personal contacts, so polish your networking skills, or see if you can get work experience if you want to succeed as an architect.
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Looking further ahead, below is a rough guide for what graduates went on to earn.
Engineering
The graph shows median earnings of graduates who achieved a degree in this subject area one, three and five years after graduating from here.
£23k
£27k
£29k
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Architecture, building and planning
The graph shows median earnings of graduates who achieved a degree in this subject area one, three and five years after graduating from here.
£28k
£30k
£37k
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