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Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)

Civil Engineering

University of South Wales

(4.3)
1055 reviews

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Civil Engineering course at University of South Wales.

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A level

C,D,D

To include Mathematics and one other Science subject The A Level entry criteria detailed is the qualification range within which the University will normally make offers. Most offers we make are normally at the top of the range, but we take all aspects of an application into consideration and applicants receive a personalised offer. Combinations with other listed qualifications are acceptable and others not listed may also be acceptable – please contact [email protected].

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Tuition fees

LocationFees
England£9,535 per year
Scotland£9,535 per year
Wales£9,535 per year
Northern Ireland£9,535 per year
EU£9,535 per year
International£15,850 per year

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: H200

Here's what University of South Wales says about its Civil Engineering course.

Civil engineering is all about people. From supplying energy and clean water to our homes, to processing and recycling our waste, civil engineers work on developing services and facilities we use every day.

On this BEng Civil Engineering degree, you’ll study fundamental engineering principles, underpinned by mathematics, health and safety, and sustainability. You’ll learn how to use industry-standard software for the design and construction of civil engineering projects. There are also opportunities for field trips and work placements.

Our Civil Engineering courses are designed with senior industry professionals to ensure you are highly employable and a valuable addition to any area of the industry. Our BEng award is accredited as fully satisfying the educational base for an Incorporated Engineer (IEng). BEng graduates will require a period of further learning to satisfy the educational base for a Chartered Engineer (CEng), for example, postgraduate study in civil engineering.

The BEng Civil Engineering degree is based at Treforest. USW Treforest is surrounded by green open spaces. Our students say they love the warm and friendly welcome and community atmosphere, as well as the convenience of living and studying in the same place.

From listed buildings to new, modern structures, Treforest reflects the University’s history and its ambitions. Here you will find everything you need in one place - halls of residence, the library and sport centre, cafes and bars to eat and drink, and friends to spend time with.

Source: University of South Wales

Course details

There are a few options in how you might study Civil Engineering at University of South Wales.

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2 course options available.

Qualification

Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)

Department

Engineering

Location

Pontypridd | Pontypridd

Duration

6 Years

Study mode

Part-time

Subjects

• Civil engineering

Start date

21 September 2026

Application deadline

14 January 2026

University of South Wales reviews

(4.3)
Based on 1055 reviews from University of South Wales's students and alumni
5 star
56%
4 star
25%
3 star
14%
2 star
3%
1 star
2%
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They did not honour the early payer discount, which they promised.

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Psychology

Uni's advice team is very hostile against students they regard you as their enemy and Uni's accommodation team is careless about the problems within the halls including dirty blocks and issues among students inside the blocks

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1st year student

The campus is situated away from the noise which it makes a beautiful comfort place for me to be.

(5)

1 year ago

1st year student

I am supported well that I am managing to almost finish the year without much struggles

(5)

1 year ago

1st year student

they provided me with very good academic support that help my study

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1 year ago

1st year student

Library did a lot to me this academic year for both borrowing books or using it as place to study in. there one thing I am not happy with is the food being served in canteen, too small portion and too expensive. All other facilities are good.

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National Student Survey (NSS) scores

The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.

Here you can see ratings from University of South Wales students who took the Civil Engineering course - or another course in the same subject area.

Civil engineering

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

89%

med

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

92%

med

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

75%

med

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

86%

med

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

74%

low

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

92%

med

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

86%

med

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

83%

med

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

75%

low

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

89%

med

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

89%

med

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

72%

med

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

83%

med

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

89%

high

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

86%

med

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

78%

low

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

69%

low

How well organised is your course?

83%

med

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

76%

low

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

82%

low

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

78%

low

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

55%

low

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

69%

low

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

68%

low

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

59%

low

Overall, I am satisfied with the quality of the course.

81%

med

How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

69%

low

Student information

See who's studying at University of South Wales. These students are taking Civil Engineering or another course from the same subject area.

Civil engineering
Mode of study
Full-time32%Part-time68%
Gender ratio
Female19%Male81%
Where students come from
International15%UK85%
Student performance
2:1 or above75%
Number of students240
Most popular A-levels studied
SubjectGrade
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

The Civil Engineering course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for information about University of South Wales graduates across each of those subject areas.

Civil engineering
Engineering
Engineering and technology

Graduate statistics

100%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

85%

In work, study or other activity

90%

Say it fits with future plans

65%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

5%

Managers, directors and senior officials

Graduate statistics

70%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

100%

In work, study or other activity

95%

Say it fits with future plans

55%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

6%

Artistic, literary and media occupations

5%

Administrative occupations

5%

Design occupations

5%

Elementary occupations

Graduate statistics

70%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

100%

In work, study or other activity

95%

Say it fits with future plans

55%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

9%

Science, engineering and technology associate professionals

6%

Artistic, literary and media occupations

6%

Elementary occupations

5%

Business and public service associate professionals

Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates

Earnings after graduation

Earnings from University of South Wales graduates who took Civil Engineering - or another course in the same subject area.

Engineering

Earnings

£31.6k

First year after graduation

£38k

Third year after graduation

£41.1k

Fifth year after graduation

Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Civil Engineering.

Source: LEO

Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree

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