Civil Engineering

Civil engineering with a focus on environmental engineering addresses the design and construction of infrastructure in ways that are mindful of their environmental impact and that increasingly incorporate the principles and techniques of environmental science. Civil engineering provides the foundational skills for designing structures, transport systems, and water infrastructure, while the environmental engineering focus develops expertise in areas such as sustainable drainage, water treatment, contaminated land remediation, and the assessment and mitigation of environmental impact. Together, they equip graduates for work on the infrastructure challenges that will define the coming decades.

At Brunel University London, this three-year full-time degree with a foundation year teaches you both the traditional foundations of civil engineering and the cutting-edge approaches shaping the infrastructure needed for the twenty-first century. The foundation year builds the mathematical and scientific preparation needed before the main programme. The degree develops practical problem-solving and engineering design skills alongside the environmental understanding that sustainable infrastructure requires.

The programme has a strong track record for graduate career outcomes. A typical entry tariff of 104 points applies.

Civil engineering graduates with an environmental focus work in consultancies, local authorities, environmental agencies, construction companies, and infrastructure organisations. Roles include site engineer, environmental consultant, project manager, geotechnical engineer, water engineer, and sustainability consultant. Many pursue professional registration with the Institution of Civil Engineers.

Postgraduate study in civil engineering, environmental engineering, water resources, or sustainable infrastructure is a natural continuation for those wishing to specialise further.