Civil Engineering (Graduate Apprenticeship) BEng (Hons) at University of the West of Scotland

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PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION

This degree is accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM) comprising the Institution of Civil Engineers, Institution of Structural Engineers, Institute of Highway Engineers and the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer (IEng) and partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng).

Candidates must hold a masters or doctorate accredited as further learning for CEng to hold accredited qualifications for CEng registration. See www.jbm.org.uk for further information and details of Further Learning programmes for CEng.

Course Overview

The UWS Graduate Apprenticeship BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering is mostly delivered through work-based learning. Typically, you will spend one day every week at UWS. While the work and learning you do in your workplace counts towards more than three quarters of your degree, you will also be a student at the UWS Paisley Campus. All Graduate Apprenticeship (GA) degrees require that applicants are employed in a relevant role in Scotland, and they have the right to live and work in Scotland.

The course uses modern blended learning, industry-led projects, and minimal exam based assessments. It focuses on cultivating professional development skills in project management, enquiry based research, and problem based learning. During your time in UWS you will be supported by a dedicated team of lecturers, you will be assigned a dedicated personal tutor and workplace mentor.

The BEng Civil Engineering (Graduate Apprenticeship), designed in line with Skills Development Scotland Civil Engineering framework, provides you with a broad knowledge of core Civil Engineering subjects.

Hear from a current student talk about the benefits of our BA (Hons) Civil Engineering (GA) course:

Shona McCrea, Graduate Apprentice

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CIVIL ENGINEERING PROGRAMME LEADER

The UWS Graduate Apprenticeship BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering is mostly delivered through work-based learning. Typically, you will spend one day every week at UWS. While the work and learning you do in your workplace counts towards more than three quarters of your degree, you will also be a student at the UWS Paisley Campus. All Graduate Apprenticeship (GA) degrees require that applicants are employed in a relevant role in Scotland, and they have the right to live and work in Scotland.

The course uses modern blended learning, industry-led projects, and minimal exam based assessments. It focuses on cultivating professional development skills in project management, enquiry based research, and problem based learning. During your time in UWS you will be supported by a dedicated team of lecturers, you will be assigned a dedicated personal tutor and workplace mentor.

The BEng Civil Engineering (Graduate Apprenticeship), designed in line with Skills Development Scotland Civil Engineering framework, provides you with a broad knowledge of core Civil Engineering subjects.

Disciplines

Computing

Engineering & Physical Sciences

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Year 1:  Applicants must have completed the Certificate of General Secondary Education plus a relevant Foundation programme or Diploma Year 2:  Community College Diploma

English Program Requirements

If you do not fall into any of the categories above you will need to provide proof of your English language ability through the International English Language Test System (IELTS) or the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).

Duo Lingo

For 2022-23 entry, the University has approved the use of the online Duolingo English test as evidence of English language ability. UWS will accept an overall score between 90-115 with no component score below 90.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

GBP 17,250

How to Apply

1. Choose a course

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2. Check entry requirements

Check if your academic qualifications and English Language levels meet the course entry requirements.

3. Contact TEG Admissions Team

Fill out the enquiry form below and one of our team will be in touch.

4. Prepare the documents

Once you have had a call with us, compile the required documents to be submitted.

5. Write a personal statement

Check out our guide on how to write a personal statement.

6. Submit an application

Fill out an application form here.

7. Accept the offer, if successful

Once your application has been processed, we will contact you by email to confirm the outcome. If successful, you will receive an offer letter which will detail your next steps.

8. Pay the deposit

You will be required to pay a deposit to secure your place at the university.

9: Attend a TEG credibility interview

The purpose of this interview is to assess if students are credible and genuine. At this stage you will need to prepare your CAS documents for review.

10. Apply for Visa

International students, including nationals from EEA or Switzerland, would require a student visa to study at UWS London.

Civil Engineering (Graduate Apprenticeship) BEng (Hons)

University of the West of Scotland

University of the West of Scotland

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