About Beng Civil & Environmental Engineering in University of Strathclyde
Study with us
- unique opportunities to participate in industry-led problem-based learning and mentoring
- groups design projects related to developed and emerging countries
- professionally accredited courses and academic partnership with the Institution of Civil Engineers
Why this course?
Civil engineering develops and improves facilities and services that society needs – from the supply of clean water and energy to the design and construction of roads, railways and stations.
Tall buildings such as the Shard in London or the new Queensferry Bridge across the Firth of Forth are exciting examples of civil engineering.
Our graduates develop and renew our towns and cities, and improve links with more remote communities.
Solving problems of air, land and water pollution and protecting society against natural disasters are also important aspects of civil engineering.
In recent years, our students have participated in the Constructionarium, attended Civil Engineering 4 Real and have taken part in our mentoring scheme involving graduate engineers with support companies such as BAM Nuttall, Sir Robert McAlpine, Tony Gee, Forth Crossing Bridge Constructors and Mott MacDonald.
What you'll study
Courses in the Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering follow a common structure in Years 1 to 3. Five core threads run through the curriculum:
- structural engineering
- geotechnical engineering
- water engineering
- environmental engineering
- transport & construction
In the later years of study, the Civil & Environmental Engineering course places greater emphasis on the main aspects of environmental engineering, such as water and waste, water treatment and contaminated land remediation.
Careers
Our graduates’ ability to fit quickly and productively into teams in industry makes them highly employable. Many graduates work not only in civil engineering and construction but also in areas such as oil and gas, renewable energy, business and accountancy.
Some of our graduates also continue into postgraduate research.
Academic qualification equivalents
- For entry to Strathclyde undergraduate programmes we'd look for 70-75% in all subjects taken at level XII and the same at level X.
English language requirements (one of the below):
- IELTS : 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each component
- TOEFL : 73-79 overall, with the following minimum scores in each component: Listening: 17 Reading: 18 Speaking: 20 Writing: 19
- PTE : 54-57 overall, with a minimum of 51 in each component
University of Strathclyde Highlights
Type of University |
Public |
Established |
1964 |
Rank |
Scottish University of the Year, 2020 |
Common Deadline |
January 15 |
Number of Programs available |
250 undergraduate and 200 graduate courses |
Academic Departments |
4 |
Test Scores Accepted |
IELTS or equivalent |
Acceptance rate |
42% |
Financial Aid |
Available as Scholarships and awards |
University of Strathclyde Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses
Fee for various range of courses available at the university varies as per their duration, level and type of program. Some of the popular courses with their respective fees are as mentioned below.
Undergraduate Courses (2020-2021)
Name of Faculty/Program |
Fee (in GBP) |
BBA |
17,500 |
Biomedical Engineering |
21,500 |
Computer & Information Sciences |
18,100 |
Mathematics & Statistics |
15,300 |
Architecture |
18,100 |
Graduate Courses (2020-2021)
Name of Faculty |
Fee (in GBP) |
Faculty of humanities & social science |
15,300 |
Strathclyde Business School |
24,300 |
Faculty of Science |
20,350 |
Faculty of Engineering |
20,900 |
Cost of Living
List of expenses apart from the basic tuition fee are as compiled below.
Cost |
Amount (GBP per week) |
Accommodation |
100 to 142 |
Food, local travel, laundry, among others |
100 |
Books and supplies, clothing, graduation fees, et al. |
16.22 |
Total |
216.22 – 258.22 |
Note that candidates looking for their private rented accommodation will require 100 to 125 GBP, per week, for a room in a shared plus other expenses.