BSc Hons Civil and Construction Engineering with Placement in Kent United Kingdom | University of Greenwich

This four-year BSc in Civil Engineering with Placement provides hands-on industry experience while strengthening your practical abilities and career readiness. Our close connections with the construction sector enable you to cultivate vital technical and professional competencies through real projects, giving you an advantage in the employment market. You'll systematically develop expertise across fundamental civil engineering areas including structural mechanics, hydraulics, geotechnics, materials science, and construction management, while also tackling contemporary challenges affecting society and the environment. Our research-driven curriculum, taught by field specialists, ensures excellent career preparation. The program aligns with key UN Sustainable Development Goals, emphasizing clean energy, infrastructure innovation, sustainable urban development, and climate initiatives. The first year combines core civil engineering subjects with interdisciplinary modules shared across engineering disciplines, fostering professional breadth and technological integration skills. Second-year studies deepen this foundational knowledge, while third-year applications focus on practical projects. Design components are embedded throughout the program for continuous hands-on learning. Industry professionals contribute through guest lectures and site visits, complemented by access to advanced facilities like Europe's largest slab testing lab and modern equipment including 3D laser surveying technology. The placement year allows you to implement classroom knowledge in professional environments, build industry networks, and gain valuable career insights - significantly enhancing both your confidence and employment opportunities upon graduation.