BEng Civil Engineering

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.

Coventry University is well-known for its focus on teaching practical skills. This helps students learn what they need for their future jobs. The university works closely with businesses and professional groups. This makes sure its courses are current and useful for today's world.

The university welcomes students from all over the world, creating a truly global study setting. It offers many study programmes at all levels, from first degrees to higher qualifications. These courses cover subjects such as business, engineering, health sciences, and the arts. Coventry University aims to provide a helpful place where students can reach their study and work goals.

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.

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.

Coventry University offers scholarships to help international undergraduate students, including those on foundation year programmes. The "CU Undergraduate Scholarship" can provide up to £6,000 for a three-year degree, typically £2,000 per year. Additionally, the "International Pathways Scholarship" is worth £2,000 for students enrolling on an International Foundation Pathway in the 2025/26 academic year. These scholarships are automatically considered for eligible international applicants who hold a conditional offer and meet other criteria.

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

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