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Free Civil Engineering Degree Apprenticeship in Bristol

CostFREE
Duration5 years
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDay or block release
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About this course

Free Civil Engineering Degree Apprenticeship in Bristol. Classes run at UWE Bristol on a day or block release basis.

You stay in work while you study. Topics include structural analysis, hydraulics, environmental science, surveying, and computer-aided design. You use industry-standard software and well-equipped labs throughout. Entry requires 112 UCAS tariff points, a Grade C or above in A-level Maths, and Grade C or above in GCSE English and Maths. Your employer funds the tuition fees.

You finish with a BEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering and the Incorporated Engineer professional qualification.

Who this course is for

Study our Civil Engineer apprenticeship and you’ll gain the BEng(Hons) Civil Engineering degree and professional qualification needed to become a practicing civil engineer. Benefit from industry-standard software, well-equipped laboratories and experienced teaching staff who are active in research or consultancy.

Developed alongside leading employers, the Civil Engineer apprenticeship (Level 6) will give you in-demand professional engineering skills, with all tuition fees funded through the Apprenticeship Levy.

Entry requirements

Tariff points: 112 Grade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Maths A-level subjects: Grade C or above in Maths EDEXCEL (BTEC) Diploma: To include Merit in following units: Further Mathematics for Technicians; Further Engineering Maths; Further Maths for Construction and the Built Environment or Further Maths for Construction Access: Achievement of the HE Diploma; to include 30 Level 3 credits at Merit with 15 credits in Maths Baccalaureate IB: To include a minimum grade of 5 in higher level Maths

What you will learn

  • You'll apply structural analysis techniques used in real engineering projects.
  • You'll use industry-standard CAD and GIS software.
  • You'll study hydraulics and environmental science in well-equipped labs.
  • You'll develop skills in earth sciences and surveying technology.
  • You'll learn environmental physics and concrete science through practical work.
  • You'll build the professional engineering knowledge needed for IEng status.

How you will learn

You attend UWE Bristol on a day or block release basis while remaining employed. Learning takes place in modern studios, teaching rooms, and specialist laboratories. You use industry-standard software in computer labs. Assessment includes coursework, practical lab work, and a final endpoint assessment aligned to the Civil Engineer apprenticeship standard.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. UWE Bristol will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Civil engineer, designs and manages infrastructure projects such as roads and bridges.
  • Structural engineer, assesses and designs load-bearing structures.
  • Geotechnical engineer, works on ground conditions and foundations.
  • Environmental engineer, focuses on drainage, flood risk, and sustainability.
  • Highway engineer, plans and maintains road and transport networks.
  • Site engineer, oversees construction work on civil engineering projects.

What you could study next

  • Chartered Engineer status (CEng) via the Institution of Civil Engineers, the next step after gaining IEng and relevant experience.
  • MSc in Civil or Structural Engineering, for those wanting to specialise further or move into research and consultancy roles.
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