BEng (Hons) Civil and Structural Engineering Top-Up Degree

PLYMOUTH UNIVERSITY - UNITED KINGDOM

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The BEng (Hons) Civil and Structural Engineering Top-Up Degree provides a direct progression route into the final year of the University of Plymouth degree programme delivered at NSBM Green University.

The programme is designed for applicants who already hold relevant higher-level qualifications and have suitable industrial experience. Delivered on a part-time basis, it allows working professionals to advance their academic qualifications while continuing their careers in the civil engineering industry.

Final-year study focuses on advanced areas of civil and structural engineering, including structural analysis and design, water engineering, geotechnical engineering and computer-aided engineering. Students also complete a substantial individual project, allowing them to investigate and develop solutions to a selected civil engineering problem.

KEY FEATURES

  • Direct entry to Level 6 / Final Year
  • Part-time study suitable for working engineering professionals
  • Advanced study in structural, geotechnical and water engineering
  • Application of Computer Aided Engineering in civil engineering analysis and design
  • Practical and problem-based learning relevant to professional civil engineering practice
  • Completion of a substantial Individual Project

The programme develops technical, analytical and design capabilities while encouraging independent learning and professional decision-making. Students are exposed to areas such as structures, geotechnics, hydraulics, environmental engineering and construction, with learning supported by practical activities and specialist facilities.

Aims of the Top- Up Program

The Top-Up programme aims to provide a progression pathway for civil engineering professionals who wish to upgrade their existing qualifications to an honours degree.

It is designed to deepen students’ understanding of civil and structural engineering while developing their ability to apply theoretical, analytical and practical approaches to engineering problems. Particular emphasis is placed on structural analysis and design, geotechnical engineering, water engineering and computer-aided engineering.

The programme also develops professional and transferable skills required in the construction and design sectors, while encouraging an understanding of the economic, legal, social, ethical and environmental responsibilities associated with civil engineering practice.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

Students entering through the Top-Up pathway undertake Level 6 of the BEng (Hons) Civil and Structural Engineering programme, comprising 120 credits.

Year 3 – Level 6

Across Semesters 1 and 2

  • PUSL3201 – Individual Project – 40 Credits

Semester 1

  • PUSL3202 – Water Engineering – 20 Credits
  • PUSL3203 – Structural Analysis and Design 2 – 20 Credits

Semester 2

  • PUSL3204 – Geotechnical Engineering 2 – 20 Credits
  • PUSL3192 – Computer Aided Engineering – 20 Credits

Total: 120 Credits

ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS

Lateral Entry to Level 6

Applicants should have completed one of the following qualifications in a relevant engineering discipline:

  • Higher National Diploma (HND)
  • Higher National Diploma in Engineering (HNDE)
  • National Diploma in Technology (NDT)

Applicants are also expected to have two years of industrial experience.

As part of the admission process, applicants will be required to sit for an English Proficiency Test conducted by NSBM Green University. Shortlisted applicants will also be required to attend an interview to assess their suitability for entry to the Top-Up programme.

Relevant prior experiential learning may be considered on an individual basis through the applicable APEL process.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

The programme supports career progression across a broad range of civil engineering and construction-related sectors. Possible career pathways include:

  • Civil Engineer
  • Structural Engineer
  • Construction Engineer
  • Geotechnical Engineer
  • Environmental Engineer
  • Water Resources Engineer
  • Transportation Engineer
  • Research and Development Engineer

These career pathways are also reflected in the existing NSBM Civil and Structural Engineering programme webpage.

COURSE FEE

Semester-based Flexible Course Fee Structure, Contact us for more details     +94 11 544 5000

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