Civil Engineering with Foundation Year

University of Salford

United Kingdom, Salford

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University of Salford

United Kingdom , Salford

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

Course ID H201

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 4 year(s)

Next Intake September-2026

Civil Engineering with Foundation Year

About

Introduction

In a nutshell

Civil engineers create, improve and protect the environment and facilitate our day-to-day life. Gain the skills to successfully plan, manage and implement major civil engineering projects, and open up exciting career opportunities, with a Civil Engineering degree.

This foundation year pathway is designed to help you build a strong foundation of knowledge in key engineering and mathematic principles, alongside essential higher education study skills. This an ideal route if you want to study the full honours degree, but don't meet the direct entry requirements, or are returning to education.

On successful completion of the foundation year, you will progress on to our full BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering degree.

Start your study journey

Register for our next Open Day to learn more about studying civil engineering, explore our facilities and meet the course team

You will:

Develop competence in essential areas of engineering and mathematics
Build the technical skills and confidence ready to progress to the full civil engineering undergraduate degree
Gain essential analytical and problem solving skills so you can study engineering
Shape practical and I.T skills, as you strengthen communication and study skills

Placement

options available

Develop your practical engineering skills in our new civil engineering laboratories

Experience the Constructionarium on-site project in year two

Visit world famous civil engineering projects located minutes from our Greater Manchester campus

Develop digital skills during your engineering studies

Work in teams to solve engineering challenges

Complete practical sessions in our heavy structures laboratory

Put theory to practice on our new civil engineering laboratories

Carry out tests in our hydraulics laboratory

Build team working skills through live projects

This is for you if...

You enjoyed studying mathematics or physics, and like using technology to find solutions

You are looking for a change of direction into engineering, or you want to formalise your current experience

You want to open up opportunities to become a civil engineer

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Requirements

What you need to know

Applicant profile

We are looking for applicants who want a career in civil engineering. Good interpersonal skills, attention to detail and a strong work ethic are desirable characteristics. You should have a good understanding of linking theory to real-world application.

International students

This course is not suitable for international students. If you are an international student and interested in starting your studies with a foundation year, please consider our International Foundation Year.

English language requirements

All of our courses are taught and assessed in English. If English is not your first language, you must meet our minimum English language entry requirements. An IELTS score of 6.0 (no element below 5.5) is proof of this, and we also accept a range of equivalent qualifications.

Read more about our English language requirements, including information about our Pre-Sessional English course, that can help you gain entry on to our degree courses.

Standard entry requirements

GCSE

English Language and Mathematics at grade C/ 4 or above (or equivalent). You must fulfil our GCSE entry requirements as well as one of the requirements listed below.

UCAS tariff points

64 UCAS points

A level

64 UCAS points to include grade C in Mathematics, or a numerate science (Physics, Chemistry Electronics, Design Technology, or Computer Science)

BTEC National Diploma

MPP for Engineering or science subjects, to include Merits in Mathematics modules

T level

This programme accepts the following T levels: Design and Development for Engineering and Manufacturing Maintenance, Installation and Repair for Engineering and Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing, Processing and Control.

Access to HE

Pass with 64 UCAS points from a QAA-approved Engineering or Science programme

Scottish Highers

64 UCAS points, to include grade D Higher level Mathematics or numerate science (Physics, Chemistry, or Design Technology)

Irish Leaving Certificate

64 UCAS points to include Higher Level Mathematics and numerate science

European Baccalaureate

Pass in Diploma of at least 60%, to include Science, Engineering or Technology

International Baccalaureate

26 points including grade 4 Mathematics or Physics at Higher Level

Alternative entry requirements

Salford Alternative Entry Scheme

We positively welcome applications from students who may not meet the stated entry criteria but who can demonstrate their ability to successfully pursue a programme of study in higher education. Students who do not have formal entry qualifications are required to sit a written assessment to measure their suitability. Please contact Admissions for further information.

English Program Requirements

Equivalent qualifications

English language requirements are shown on individual course pages. Generally, this is shown as an IELTS grade, however we accept a range of equivalent qualifications.

As a general guide:

For undergraduate courses we require IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum 5.5 in each component) or equivalent

For postgraduate courses, we require IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum 5.5 in each component) or equivalent

For the International Foundation Year, we require IELTS 4.5 (with a minimum 4.0 in each component) in UKVI IELTS for UKVI (Academic)

The approved equivalent qualifications list includes the following:

Secure English Language Tests (SELTs)

University of Salford English language courses

Regional-based qualifications

Majority English Speaking Countries as deemed by UKVI

Medium of English Institutions

Applicants who require a Student Route visa to study in the UK may require evidence of a Secure English Language test rather than an examination or qualification due to visa requirements, as deemed by the UK Government Home Office, Visa and Immigration (UKVI).

Career

Employment and stats

What about after uni?

Employment

Once you progress to complete the full BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering, and gain the knowledge and skills to successfully plan, manage and implement major civil engineering projects, you can open up some exciting career opportunities.

There is huge demand for civil engineers, both in the UK and worldwide. You may choose to focus your career in the built environment and construction industries, or you may prefer to work in transport, utilities or information technology sectors, or even the armed forces.

Typically, civil engineering graduates focus their career in structural design, or infrastructure consultancy. Today, you’ll find our alumni working at leading companies including WSP and Roger Bullivant.

Further study

You might find you want to learn more about civil engineering. Building on our expertise, we offer a range of postgraduate courses that can take your interests and career opportunities further. Salford graduates and alumni will also receive a generous fees discount.