Civil and Structural Engineering MEng

Program Overview

The Civil and Structural Engineering MEng program at the University of Liverpool equips students with the knowledge and skills to become professional engineers in the field. Emphasizing a holistic approach, the program incorporates active learning, research, and practical experience to prepare graduates for success in various industries and sectors, including engineering, construction, and infrastructure.

Program Outline

Civil and Structural Engineering MEng - University of Liverpool

Degree Overview:

This program aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become modern professional engineers in the field of Civil Engineering. It focuses on active learning, incorporating traditional lectures and tutorials alongside research-led teaching conducted in collaboration with industry, government, research laboratories, and academics worldwide. The program emphasizes a holistic, systems approach to engineering, encompassing technical knowledge and skills, life-cycle processes, and ethical, safety, environmental, economic, and social considerations.

Outline:

The Civil and Structural Engineering MEng program is a four-year integrated master's degree. It is structured as follows:

Year 1:

• Compulsory Modules:
• GEOMECHANICS 1 (CIVE120): Introduces students to the role of the Geotechnical Engineer and the fundamental principles of soil mechanics.
• INTRODUCTION TO PROGRAMMING (ENGG185): Covers basic concepts of elementary statistics and programming, reviewing software tools and programming languages used in engineering.
• ENGINEERING MATHEMATICS (MATH198): Reinforces and builds upon A-level mathematics, providing a strong foundation for engineering studies.
• SOLIDS AND STRUCTURES 1 (ENGG110): Introduces fundamental concepts and theory of how engineering structures sustain loads, including stress analysis and design of basic structural elements.
• INTRODUCTION TO STRUCTURAL MATERIALS (ENGG108): Introduces mechanical properties of materials used in engineering, including testing techniques and failure mechanisms.
• Energy Science (ENGG116): Develops understanding of fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and problem-solving skills.
• CIVIL AND ARCHITECTURAL ENGINEERING PROJECTS (CIVE162): Provides an introduction to projects in the built environment, professional engineer roles, and skills required in the sector.

Year 2:

• Compulsory Modules:
• ENGINEERING MATHEMATICS II (MATH299): Introduces advanced mathematics required for engineers.
• Field Theory, Partial Differential Equations & Methods of Solution (MATH282): Covers vector calculus, field theory, and methods for solving differential equations.
• GEOMECHANICS 2 (CIVE220): Introduces the theoretical framework of geotechnical engineering, emphasizing soil as a material and its application to practical problems.
• GROUP DESIGN PROJECT (CIVE263): Students work in groups to produce a structural design portfolio, promoting teamwork and industrial awareness.
• HYDRAULICS (CIVE210): Focuses on pipe flows and open channel flows, covering hydrostatics and hydrodynamics of liquids.
• STRUCTURAL ELEMENT DESIGN (CIVE241): Provides an overview of basic structural design concepts and the application of common materials in construction.
• STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING IN THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT 2 (CIVE233): Builds upon Year 1, exploring advanced materials, structural behavior, and design tools.
• ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING AND INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECT (CIVE261): Introduces the contexts of transport and infrastructure and the skills required in this sector.
• EXPERIMENTAL METHODS (ENGG201): Focuses on data analysis, interpretation, engineering experimentation, measurement techniques, and instrumentation principles.

Year 3:

• Compulsory Modules:
• INDIVIDUAL PROJECT (ENGG341): Students undertake an individual research project over two semesters.
• Geotechnical Engineering (CIVE320): Covers the design of foundations, retaining walls, slopes, and other structures according to Eurocode 7.
• Sustainable Design and Construction Management (CIVE350): Covers approaches to designing for climate change adaptation, net-zero carbon implementation, and management practices associated with modern methods of construction.
• OLD STRUCTURES OF STEEL, TIMBER AND MASONRY (CIVE334): Provides insight into the structural appraisal and reuse of existing structures.
• STRUCTURAL PLANNING (CIVE340): Covers structural planning, applying knowledge of structural analysis, design, and behavior to real-world problems.
• UNCERTAINTY, RELIABILITY AND RISK 1 (ENGG304): Covers uncertainty quantification methods, reliability analysis, and risk assessment in engineering applications.

Year 4:

• Compulsory Modules:
• ADVANCED GEOMECHANICS (CIVE420): Introduces advanced theories, concepts, and methods of modern geomechanics.
• STRUCTURAL SYSTEMS (CIVE405): Focuses on the conceptual design of civil engineering structures, structural behavior, and assessment.
• Advanced Construction Management (CIVE450): Covers project management implementation, modern methods of construction, and decision-making in complex situations.
• Structural Optimisation (ENGG414): Covers classical and modern optimization methods and their application to structural optimization.
• TECHNOLOGY 3.1: INTEGRATED TECHNICAL PROJECT DESIGN (ARCH361): Covers construction technologies, materials, and methods, presenting the work of internationally respected architects.

Assessment:

Assessment methods vary depending on the module and learning outcomes. The main modes of assessment include coursework and examinations. Students may also encounter project work, presentations (individual and/or group), and specific tests or tasks.

Teaching:

The program utilizes a combination of face-to-face teaching methods, including group lectures, laboratory sessions, tutorials, and seminars. It emphasizes a substantial practical component, with an increasing focus on project work as students progress.

Careers:

Graduates of this program are well-prepared for rewarding careers in a wide range of international industries and organizations. Recent graduates have found employment in the following sectors:

• Engineering and Infrastructure
• Aerospace and Aviation
• Construction and Project Management
• Defence and Military
• Energy and Utilities
• Government organizations
• Glass and Materials
• Technology and Research

Other:

• The program is accredited by the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM) for the purposes of meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng).
• The program includes a year abroad option, allowing students to spend an academic year at one of the University's partner universities.
• Students have the opportunity to undertake a week-long residential construction course at the Constructionarium.
• The program is delivered through the Liverpool Curriculum Framework, which focuses on research-connected teaching, active learning, and authentic assessment.
• The program is designed to produce industry-ready engineers with practical experience and highly desirable skills.

Tuition Fees:

UK fees (applies to Channel Islands, Isle of Man and Republic of Ireland) Full-time place, per year £9,250 Year in industry fee £1,850 Year abroad fee £1,385 International fees Full-time place, per year £27,200 Year abroad fee £13,600