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Civil Engineering was among the inaugural degree programs at Queen's, establishing it as one of the UK and Ireland's longest-running courses. Yet it continues to rank highly among desirable professions, offering solutions to contemporary societal challenges. Environmental and Civil Engineering focuses on infrastructure's effects on our natural surroundings, covering aspects from planning and design to construction, sustainability, and infrastructure upkeep. Key areas include water systems, waste treatment, structural engineering, transport networks, and foundation work. Beyond technical expertise, environmental engineers need strong project coordination and interpersonal abilities.
This program prepares students for engineering careers across private industry, professional practice, and government sectors. It fulfills the Engineering Council's UK-SPEC standards for BEng qualifications and aligns with the QAA Engineering Benchmark Statement, contributing toward Chartered Engineer accreditation requirements.