Coventry University

BEng Civil Engineering

Coventry University

Course overview

The Coventry University BEng Civil Engineering with Foundation Year is a four-year programme designed to prepare students for a professional career in civil engineering. The first year, the foundation year, gives a solid grounding in essential mathematical principles and core concepts of civil and construction engineering. This initial year helps build the confidence, skills, and knowledge needed for degree-level study, setting students up for success.

After completing the foundation year, students move on to the BEng Civil Engineering degree. This part of the course focuses on developing technical, practical, and management skills to analyse, design, and oversee solutions for complex engineering problems. Students will learn through real-life case studies, use industry-standard software, and have chances for placements or international field trips. The full programme aims to prepare graduates for a leadership position in the civil engineering field, with opportunities for professional recognition.

Entry requirements

Students who want to apply must send a personal statement. This statement should explain why they are applying for the course. A suitable reference from a teacher or an employer is also needed. Applicants can also send their CVs with their applications if they wish to show their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

  • For direct entry to the BEng programme, students usually need A-level grades of BBB to BBC. 
  • Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in an Engineering or Construction subject, with grades DDM to DMM, are accepted. 
  • Qualifications from other countries that are equal to A-levels are also accepted.

English Proficiency:

  • If English is not your first language, you will need to show that you can use it well. This generally means getting an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with no section scoring below 5.5. 
  • The university also accepts scores from other tests like PTE and TOEFL, if they are equivalent.

Scholarships

  • 25% Alumni Discount

    Alumni who hold an undergraduate or postgraduate degree are now eligible for a 25% discount on the majority of published postgraduate taught full-time or part-time course fees including postgraduate certificates, diplomas.

  • Coventry University Group Scholarship

    £2,000 scholarship per year of study.

    Up to £2,000

  • Sports Scholarships

    £1,500 or £3,000 per year

  • Vice-Chancellor Undergraduate Scholarship

    Up to £4,000 off a full-time Undergraduate degree: Year 1 – £2,000, Year 2 – £1,000 and Year 3 – £1,000.

Career opportunities

Graduates of the BEng Civil Engineering programme are prepared for various roles such as:

  • Environmental Engineer
  • Civil Engineer
  • Structural Engineer
  • Geotechnical Engineer
  • Transportation Engineer
  • Construction Project Manager

Cost of study

For international students, the full-time tuition fee for the BEng Civil Engineering with Foundation Year at Coventry University is £19,850 per year for the 2025 intake.

Admission

Applications for this course can be submitted directly to the university or through UCAS. Please speak to our counsellors for assistance.

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