BSc Civil Engineering With Foundation Year
Course overview
This c is a 4-year foundation programme, which will develop students' understanding of the process of civil engineering technical design and management. Students will be introduced to key skills in structures, fluids, geology, soil mechanics, surveying and materials.
This foundation year offers the chance to strengthen the skills, knowledge and confidence of students with extensive support from the expert staff before students advance to stage one of an honours degree.
Entry requirements
Grade Requirements:
- UCAS Tariff: International students are required to score 72 points
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMP
English Language Requirements:
- IELTS: International students are required to score overall at a maximum of 6.0, with at least a minimum of 5.5 in each band: Reading, Listening, Speaking, and Writing.
Scholarships
10% Alumni Discount
All other alumni will receive a 10% discount.
Up to 10% of fees25% Alumni Discount
The 25% alumni discount is available if you graduated in the academic years 2023/24 or 2024/25 and are fully enrolled on a postgraduate programme by July 2026.
Biomedical Science Excellence Scholarship
Two awards of £1,000 are available, and will be awarded as a tuition fee reduction in the second semester. Each recipient will also be allocated up to £500 to use to attend a conference.
Up to £1,000Full Payment Discount
If you pay your annual tuition fee in full ahead of enrolment, you will benefit from a £1,000 discount.
Up to £1,000Sports Scholarships - Individual and Team Sport Scholar
Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.
Sports Scholarships - Performance Team Sports Scholar
Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.
Talented Athlete Award
Please contact the provider.
Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships
Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships - £2,000
Up to £2,000
Career opportunities
Careers for graduates of BSc Civil Engineering with Foundation Year from the University of Derby include:
- Geotechnical engineer
- Water Engineer
- Construction Manager
- Quantity surveyor
- Design Engineer
Cost of study
The tuition fee for international students studying BSc Civil Engineering with Foundation Year at the University of Derby is £14,900 per year. The tuition fee is subject to an annual increase.
Admission
To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. You can speak to one of our trained counsellors to find out more about this process.
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