AtkinsRéalis,
The Vantage Building, 5th Floor,
32-36 Great Victoria Street,
Belfast, BT2 7BA
Salary
£24750
Start date
Location Type
Hybrid
Job Description
Transform our urban legacy
Do you have a desire to make a difference in the world?
Are you ready to be part of a world-leading, inspiring and ambitious team? We’re making some exciting changes to our company brands and uniting SNC-Lavalin, Atkins, and Faithful+Gould to become AtkinsRéalis. Aligned to this we’re introducing a brand new look.
This is a journey, and it will take time to evolve, so for early careers you will still see us as Atkins for the time being. Please be reassured that this doesn’t impact any of the roles you apply for – we’re still us, just better.
Atkins, operating under AtkinsRéalis is a leading global consultancy with over 80 years of design, engineering and project management expertise. With us, you’ll join a team that asks questions and dares to see things differently while engineering a better future for our planet and its people.
While you develop in your apprenticeship, we also encourage you to maintain a positive work-life balance. So, during our recruitment process, tell us what matters to you. Speak to us about how we support wellbeing in and out of the office – including different ways to be flexible around work. We’re not all the same, and that’s our greatest strength. Reaching your full potential means being able to bring your whole self to work and being respected for the different opinions, strengths and experience you bring. Find out more about why we believe ‘Different, makes a difference’.
What you’ll be studying
Based in our Belfast office, we have an opportunity for a Civil Engineering apprenticeship for our Infrastructure business.
Level 6 Degree Apprenticeships:
Civil Engineering
To learn more about this apprenticeship and the academic requirements please click here for details of the first learning provider, and click here for details of the second learning provider.
If you’d like to find out more about our Infrastructure business, please click here. Further information about this business area will also be discussed with you during your interview and you’ll have a chance to ask questions.
Your apprenticeship in a bit more detail:
Our apprenticeships are designed to give you an insight into a wide variety of areas of work and the chance to explore where your skills and interests lie. Through a combination of on-the-job learning and practical skills development, you’ll work on real projects from day one that offer scale and variety, collaborating with others and creating meaningful impact on the world around us. You’ll work towards your professional qualification; whichever path you take, your future starts here.
You’ll also be supported by our leaders, technical specialists, your own dedicated mentor and our continuous learning and development framework.
Not only will you gain valuable 'on the job' experience and work towards professional qualifications but you'll also earn a meaningful salary from day one. We’re proud to be paying Real Living Wage for our Level 6 Apprenticeships.
You'll be making a sustainable difference in people's lives, shaping cities, reimagining transport and transforming nuclear energy. And with the opportunity to work across Cities & Development, Nuclear & Power, Transportation, Water or Environment, you'll decide where you want your career to go.
Here’s what your role as an apprentice will involve:
Developing your skills in a wide range of exciting projects
Learning and using relevant design software
Being involved in client meetings and assisting in building key client relationships
You’ll get to understand and learn digital skills, to help us harness technology in new ways
Your mentors will support you as you study towards nationally recognised qualifications and accreditation
You’ll have dedicated time to spend at college or university to focus on your studies
Please click hereto watch a video from one of our apprentices and to learn more about life at Atkins as an apprentice, check out our early careers blogs.
Meeting your needs
As well as ensuring you’re rewarded for your efforts, we also have a variety of initiatives to support you:
33 days annual leave, including bank holidays. You also have the option to buy an additional 15 days or sell up to 5 days
Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing you with immediate and confidential help for any work, health or life matters
Two paid annual volunteer days
Join any of our employee networks for social interaction, peer support and personal development
Opportunities to further develop yourself by applying to various companywide development programmes
An enhanced maternity scheme and family friendly policies
Life #InsideAtkins - join hundreds of talented apprentices, with opportunities from skill-building to social events, charity challenges, social clubs, and more.
You can also check out our Connectr platform for tips and advice on applying. On Connectr you can even message your questions directly to one of our apprentice mentors.
Atkins, a member of the SNC-Lavalin Group, is a leading global consultancy. From designing end-to-end project solutions to pioneering new technologies and ways of working, everything we do supports our goal of delivering outstanding project outcomes for our clients, while engineering a better future for our planet and its people – no matter the scale, complexity or location of their project. Learn more.
This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer.
If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.
We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.
Person Specification
What you can bring:
To thrive throughout your apprenticeship and shape the best start to your career you’ll want to show us:
An interest for working in a consultancy environment
That you embrace equality, diversity and inclusion in everything you do
A desire to work collaboratively with a curious approach, challenging yourself to find new solutions
Enthusiasm and drive to complete your apprenticeship programme and seek out development opportunities
You’re motivated to achieve a professional qualification and continue learning
You’re comfortable to embrace digital ways of working and learning new technologies.
Applicable courses
Civil EngineeringUlster University
Description
The course in Civil Engineering is designed to allow graduates to work in both consultancy or contracting within industry. It incorporates elements of Structural design, Highway design and Water and Wastewater design.
You will be involved in all aspects of planning and design, construction and operation and maintenance of the various types of Civil Engineering projects such as reservoirs, pipelines, and water/wastewater treatment plants related to the water and wastewater element of the course; roads, railways, bridges, tunnels, ports and airports related to the highways elements of the course and large multi-storey structures, sports stadia, commercial and industrial buildings, power stations related to the structures elements of the course.
The University has one of the most advanced and best equipped highways laboratories in Ireland which is working with clients such as Red Bull Racing and the Highways Agency on Skid Resistance. You will be in this laboratory for testing and will also be using it should you take a highways project.
Part-time attendance is normally one day per week for the duration of the course. However, there are two times when a single week (block release) is required.
Attendance is compulsory on the Higher Level Apprenticeship course and any absence may be reported to your employer and the Department for the Economy who pay the fees for apprentices.
Modules
Year one
Sustainable Construction and Traffic Engineering
Year: 1
This module introduces the construction profession and the construction process in its widest form, examining the interaction between design, construction methods/materials, the programming of work and health and safety issues.
Learning will be supplemented by the use of site visits, in order to examine real situations, and MSProject, a computer software package widely used in industry.
Practical sessions will allow students to be introduced to traffic engineering and carry out assessment of junctions and a carpark.
The module is examined both by continuous assessment and examination.
Digital Construction and Communication
Year: 1
The modern day built environment professional is required to communicate effectively utilising electronic tools with the rest of the project team. This has been mandated by the UK Cabinet Office Construction Strategy, by European Commission procurement regulations and is being followed across the world. This module develops an understanding of the key drivers and barriers to fully implementing Level 2 BIM and points towards the development of level 3 BIM working in the near future. The module develops the foundational skills for internationally recognised BIM Level 2 for the contemporary and future built environment professionals.
Surveying
Year: 1
Proper design, location, positioning and delineation of infrastructure are essential to the built environment. This module is designed to facilitate learners in developing a working knowledge of the spatial principles and practices that are essential to the civil engineering, and construction sectors. Necessary skills are obtainable only through practice in application of precise measuring and observation equipment. This module offers significant opportunity to acquire and develop such skills and associated computational methods.
Year two
Materials
Year: 2
An understanding of fundamental behaviour of materials used in civil engineering is essential for their correct specification, design and construction. This module introduces structure and properties of commonly used construction materials and examines their uses and limitations. It also investigates the basic properties and classification of soils. Practical classes help to underpin main principles covered in lectures.
Mathematics - BEng
Year: 2
This module covers those mathematics topics which graduates in the engineering discipline will require for professional practice. For certain engineering courses this module also provides a platform for the further study of mathematics.
The module starts with refresher topics, includes basic algebra, mathematical functions, polynomial equations, logarithms and exponentials, trigonometry, complex numbers, matrices and determinants, vectors, differentiation and integration, and finishes with subject of sequences and series.
Engineering Mechanics
Year: 2
Civil, Safety, and Energy engineering design and construction activities require knowledge of the forces due to the statical and dynamical behaviour of water and the statical behaviour of structures. Methods of determining forces arising from analyses using simple hydrostatics and hydrodynamics are given and applied to practical hydraulics problems. Common analysis methods for simple structures are introduced. Practical classes illustrate the use of these analysis methods at laboratory scale.
Year three
Mathematics for Engineers
Year: 3
This level 5 mathematics module is for engineering students on Built Environment programmes. It covers a variety of mathematical methods appropriate for the solution of problems in engineering. Emphasis is placed on applications in engineering contexts and problem solving tools, rather than on a rigorous exposition of their theoretical basis.
Structures 2
Year: 3
This module develops an understanding of the principles of structural analysis and stress/strain analysis. Deformation analysis and the analysis of statically indeterminate structures by flexibility, stiffness and plastic methods are included. Two and three dimensional stress and strain transformations and interactions are examined and elastic failure theories introduced. Axial buckling is investigated and torsional buckling introduced.
Structural Engineering Design 2
Year: 3
This module considers durability, deformation characteristics, design and quality control of structural materials; philosophy and concepts of key design codes of practice; design methodology and procedures for reinforced concrete, structural steel, timber and brickwork elements, use of proprietary design and detailing computer packages for reinforced concrete and structural steel.
Year four
Safety in Design
Year: 4
An understanding of health and safety in civil engineering is essential to prepare students for both a design office or construction site environment. This module will develop strategies for risk identification and management and emphasise the responsibility on individuals for health, safety and environment issues for their design and workplace.
Geotechnics 2
Year: 4
This module seeks an appreciation of the origin and form of the landscape and its influence on construction, knowledge of raw materials used in construction and an awareness of the geological and environmental considerations influencing engineering practice. The basic concepts of ground engineering are introduced. The fundamental behaviour of soils and the measurement of soil properties are studied together with the techniques and limitations of sub-soil behaviour.
Water Resources 2
Year: 4
The module builds upon previous knowledge of fluid mechanics to prepare students to participate in the design of hydraulic and public engineering projects. Experience is also given in experimental work and report writing.
Year five
Water Resources Engineering 4
Year: 5
The module builds upon previous knowledge of hydraulics, river and water engineering to prepare students to participate in the design of hydraulic, river, hydrological and water engineering projects. Experience is also given in the development of computer methods in and report writing.
Construction Management
Year: 5
The construction industry, including the organisations and the people they employ, is always under pressure to improve its performance with respect to cost, time and quality. The module is a response to these demands, in that it examines current practice and possible areas for change in the management of process and people in design and construction. The module draws together the processes of tendering for construction and decision making within teams in construction/design operations, in the context of relevant contractual arrangements and the people/organisations concerned. The management simulation provides an opportunity for teams to choose suitable strategies for improved performance relating to procurement practice and risk. Practical applications and case studies are employed to bring reality to the classroom.
Project
Year: 5
This module is optional
The module provides opportunity for intensive student directed study of a specialised aspect of civil engineering. It also develops competence in self management as well as written and oral communication skills.
Dissertation
Year: 5
This module is optional
The module provides opportunity for intensive student directed study of a specialised aspect of civil engineering. It also develops competence in self management as well as written and oral communication skills.
Year six
Soil Mechanics 4
Year: 6
Ground engineering and the installation and construction of foundations and earth retaining structures, is imperative for all civil and structural engineers. This module is the basis for the development of such expertise.
Structural analysis and design 4
Year: 6
This module seeks to prepare students for the structural design of a whole project and to introduce them to the stages involved with producing a structural design. Design is presented as following a rational methodology. The module stresses the benefits of the use of sketches in structural analysis and design and further investigates applications of equilibrium, compatibility, and material response relationships.
Civil Engineering Design
Year: 6
This module is optional
The module builds upon previous knowledge of water, highway and infrastructure engineering to prepare students to participate in the design of a broad range of civil engineering projects. The module is firmly grounded in the principles and application of sustainable development and requires each student to apply innovation and creativity in a systems approach.
Environmental Engineering 4
Year: 6
This module is optional
The module builds upon previous knowledge of environmental and civil engineering studies and prepares students to participate in the design of a broad range of engineering projects. The module is firmly grounded in the principles, appreciation and application of Sustainable Development and requires the student to seek optimum solutions in several environmental challenges, across the themes of waste management, water and wastewater engineering, environmental conservation and climate change.
Highways and Transportation Engineering
Year: 6
This module is optional
This module sets out the procedures and techniques required for the design, implementation and management of transport systems. The student will assimilate knowledge of the policies, regulations and environmental aspects of transportation.
Year seven
Project Management
Year: 7
The module is designed to provide a postgraduate multi disciplinary learning experience on the subject of Project Management. It introduces the concepts of Project Management, examines the recognised practices and accepted principles involved in the project management function, and combines these with an understanding of the increasingly demanding multi-dimensional aspects of the discipline. It provides an overall project orientated management framework (theoretical tempered with world best practice) with local, national and international dimensions within which you can develop your knowledge / understanding and key professional competencies.
Integrated Design studies A
Year: 7
The module builds upon previous knowledge of civil and infrastructure engineering, building services engineering and broader transport and energy issues to prepare students to participate in the design of a broad range of built environment projects. The module is firmly grounded in the principles engineering understanding and detailed problem-solving tasks. There will also be some application of sustainable development within the modules. The modules is designed to allow students to apply innovation and creativity in a systematic approach to this problem solving and development of concept design.
Structural Design for Infrastructure
Year: 7
This module provides students with the opportunity to further their knowledge, understanding and appraisal of the specialist nature of civil engineering structures with a particular emphasis on infrastructure projects. Several techniques are used in design studies of bridge and culvert structures, earth retaining, water retaining and other geotechnical solutions. Specialist geotechnical design methods are introduced for the solution of a range of geotechnical problems.
Infrastructure Design Studies
Year: 7
The module builds upon previous conceptual design experiences, and on the themes offered in the Masters technical modules, and requires a detailed design folio to cover infrastructural aspects of a large project. The connections between the themes will be captured through appraisal of health and safety, investigation of costs and specification, leading to design and detailing of the project. The module is firmly grounded in the principles and application of sustainable development and requires each student to apply innovation and creativity in a systematic approach.
Sustainable Development
Year: 7
This module strengthens student awareness and knowledge of sustainable development and how it can be delivered and measured. It explores a range of economic, environmental and social challenges to determine how the built environment can best respond. It provides an appreciation of the policy and actions needed to deliver a smarter and more resilient built environment.
Year eight
Advanced Materials, Structures and Geotechnics
Year: 8
This module is optional
Knowledge of structural analysis and design is extended and soil structure interaction explored within a challenging case study. Complex geotechnical issues are investigated. Advanced materials are presented to inform and assist the design process.
Numerical Modelling
Year: 8
This module is optional
This module addresses the fundamental principles of the finite element method and sets out techniques of the applications for engineering structures.
Waste Systems
Year: 8
This module is optional
This module addresses prudent resource management and low energy usage wastewater treatment systems. The waste issues cover the fields of municipal, hazardous, commercial, construction and industrial sectors, including yields, collection, treatment and disposal of by-products. Wastewater treatment impact on the environment requires energy efficient and appropriate treatment, and is dealt with through secondary and tertiary processes, as well as their effective management due to potential pollution from sewage discharges.
Utilities and Water Engineering
Year: 8
This module is optional
This module describes and develops a broad range of water engineering and utilities services covering legislation, construction, remediation and decommissioning. Hydraulic analysis and performance of key elements of water supply and distribution systems will be given detailed attention; this will all be set in the context of water supply resilience.
Structural Fire Engineering
Year: 8
This module is optional
This module considers durability, building code requirements, structural fire testing, material properties at elevated temperatures, thermally induced structural behaviour, in the context of structural design against fire.
Highway Asset Management
Year: 8
This module is optional
This module introduces the professional skills necessary to design, appraise and maintain a safe sustainable highway, applying a range of technical and managerial systems.
Award
BEng (Hons) or MEng (Hons)
Validated By
Ulster University
Eligibility
18+ Fully Funded
Entry Criteria
A level
BBB including
A-Level Essential: Mathematics and one subject from Physics, Chemistry, Engineering, Biology, Geography, Applied Science or DA Science, Life and Health Science (single or double award), Technology (including Technology & Design, Design & Technology, Environmental Technology, Environmental Science and Digital Technology).
As long as the two-subject requirement is met, applicants can satisfy the requirement for one of the A level grades (or equivalent) by substituting a combination of alternative qualifications recognised by the University.
For further information on the requirements for this course please contact the administrator as listed in the Contact details section below.
Applied General Qualifications
QCF Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Construction or Civil Engineering.Award profile of DDD to include a Distinction in Further Mathematics or Mathematics in Construction and the Built Environment and a Distinction in Structural Mechanics or Public Health Engineering.
RQF (2019) Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Civil Engineering. Award profile of DDD to include a Distinction in Further Mathematics for Construction and a Distinction in Structural Mechanics or Public Health Engineering.
RQF (2016) Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Civil Engineering. Award profile of DDM to include a Distinction in Further Mathematics for Construction and a Distinction in Structural Mechanics or Public Health Engineering.
QCF Pearson BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering. Award profile of DDD to include a Distinction in Further Mathematics or Mathematics for Engineering Technicians and a Distinction in Mechanical Technology or Mechanical Principles.
RQF (2019) Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Engineering. Award profile of DDD to include a Distinction in Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems anda Distinction in Further Engineering Mathematics or Distinction in Principles and Applications of Fluid Mechanics.
RQF (2016) Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Engineering. Award profile of DDM to include a Distinction in Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems anda Distinction in Further Engineering Mathematics or Distinction in Principles and Applications of Fluid Mechanics.
QCF Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Construction, Civil Engineering, Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering. Award profile of DD plus A Level Grade B in Mathematics.
RQF (2019) Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Construction, Civil Engineering or Engineering. Award profile of DD plus A Level Grade B in Mathematics
RQF (2016) Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Construction, Civil Engineering or Engineering. Award profile of DM plus A Level Grade B in Mathematics
QCF Pearson BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Construction, Civil Engineering, Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering. Award profile of D plus A Level Grades BB one of which must be Mathematics.
RQF (2019) Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Construction, Civil Engineering or Engineering. Award profile of D plus A Level Grades BB one of which must be Mathematics.
RQF (2016) Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Construction, Civil Engineering or Engineering. Award profile of D plus A Level Grades BB oneof which must be Mathematics.
The subject requirement must be met.
Please note that OCR Cambridge Technical qualifications do not satisfy the subject requirements for this course and will be accepted as grade only when presented with A levels and BTEC qualifications in the required subjects.
Irish Leaving Certificate
120 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of five subjects (four of which must be at higher level) to include English at H6 if studied at Higher Level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level. This course also requires you to achieve H3 in Mathematics and one other science/technological subject from Physics, Chemistry, Physics/Chemistry, Biology, Technology, Technical Drawing/Graphics, Construction, Engineering or Geography.
Irish Leaving Certificate UCAS Equivalency
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Scottish Highers
Grades BBBCC to include grade B in Mathematics and grade B in one other subject from Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, Geography, Construction,Technology and Technical drawing/graphics.
Scottish Advanced Highers
Grades CCC to include Mathematics and one other subject from Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, Geography, Construction,Technology and Technical Drawing/Graphics.
International Baccalaureate
Overall is minimum 26 points (13 at higher level) to include minimum grade 5 in HL Mathematics and grade 5 in another HL science subject. Grade 4 in English Language also required in overall profile.
Access to Higher Education (HE)
Access Course (120 credit Access Course) (NI Access Course) in a Science, Technology or Engineering subject area with an overall mark of 65% to include 65% in each of the level 3 modules and to include 65% in NICATS level 2 Maths module for Year 1 entry.
Overall profile of 24 Distinctions and 21 Merits (60 credit Access Course) (GB Access Course).
GCSE
GCSE Mathematics Grade B, C* 5 (or equivalent)
If A Level Physics is not being offered then Double Award Science at grades BB, C*C*, 55 or GCSE Physics, Chemistry or Further Maths grade B, C*, 5 is required.
GCSE English Language at grade C or 4.
Please note that for purposes of entry to this course the Level 2 Certificate in Essential Skills - Application of Number is NOT regarded as an acceptable alternative to GCSE Maths.
English Language Requirements
English language requirements for international applicants The minimum requirement for this course is Academic IELTS 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5. Trinity ISE: Pass at level III also meets this requirement for Tier 4 visa purposes.
Ulster recognises a number of other English language tests and comparable IELTS equivalent scores.
HNC Pass QCF HNC in Civil Engineering/Construction with overall Distinction to include 90 level 4 credits at Distinction to include Analytical Methods and Strutural Analysis and Design.
Pass RQF HNC in Civil Engineering/Construction with overall Distinction to include 90 level 4 credits at Distinction to include Mathematics in Construction and Principles of Sturctural Design.
HND Year 1 Pass HND (120 credits in level 5 moudles) in Civil Engineering. GCSE Maths Grade C/4 or an alternative Mathematics qualification acceptable to the University is also required.
HND Year 2 Pass HND in Civil Engineering with overall Merit to include 60 L5 credits at Distinction and a Merit in Engineering Maths and Merit in either Structural Analysis, Hydraulics/Hydrology and Soil Mechanics.
Ulster Foundation Degree Year 1 Pass in Foundation Degree in Civil Engineering/Construction to include 55% in the 20 credit Maths moudle. GCSE Maths grade C.
Ulster Foundation Degree Year 2 Pass in Foundation Degree in Civil Engineering with an overall mark of 55%, and minimum 55% in all taught level 5 modules, and 55% in the 20 credit Maths module. Applicants will normally be considered for year 2 entry to the linked Honours degree.
Exemptions and transferability
Depending on experience in industry or previous qualifications - exemptions to some or all year 1 and year 2 modules may be permitted.
Progress to the MEng (Hons) Civil Engineering is permitted on achieving an average of 60% or above in the equivalent of the second year of the full-time BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering course.
Duration
8
Start Date
Friday 12 September 2025
End Date
Tuesday 28 June 2033
Progression Pathway
Civil EngineeringQUB
Description
You will be tackling some of the biggest challenges of the modern world, such as achieving sustainable living in an increasingly urbanised society. As the demands on resources like water, energy and land increase, there is a strong need for qualified Civil Engineers with the relevant technical skills but who also possess an ethical awareness of the environmental impact of the projects they undertake.
It is a broad discipline that deals with the very infrastructure of society from our bridges to our water and energy resources, and our roads. Our degree programmes are concerned with the planning, design, construction, sustainability, management and maintenance of this infrastructure. Fields of activity include structures, transportation, foundations and water engineering.
The programme aims to produce apprentices equipped for professional roles in industry, the professions and public service. The programme will be submitted to Joint Board of Moderators for accreditation as meeting the academic requirements for IEng and Partial CEng.
Civil Engineering was one of the founding degrees at Queen's, making it one of the oldest in the UK and Ireland. Staff lead high-quality research and are recognised for their excellence in teaching.
Civil Engineering at Queens is an Academic Partner of the Institution of Civil Engineers and we have one of the highest graduate employment rates in the Russell Group of Universities. www.ice.org.uk
The programme will be submitted for accreditation to the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM) comprising the Institution of Civil Engineers, Institution of Structural Engineers, Institute of Highway Engineers, the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation and the Permanent Way Institution on behalf of the Engineering Council for 3 Institution of Civil Engineers is a Registered Charity in England & Wales (no 210252) and Scotland (SC038629) Website Wording for Accredited Courses Version 2 Revision 7 – 03 August 2022 the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer (IEng). www.jbm.org.uk
Industry Links
Our strong links with employers gives you access to a range of opportunities, for example the opportunity for sponsorship through the national QUEST Scholarship Scheme. We also have an extensive Civil Engineering Advisory Panel, which includes members from the major employers.
Career Development
Our programme requires apprentices to be in Civil Engineering employment from the outset. It is designed around the needs of apprentices and employers, offering access to work leading staff and exciting learning opportunities.
Internationally Renowned Experts
Queen’s is a leader in civil engineering research, and our exceptional teaching is informed by the latest research into global challenges like environmentally sustainable urban development and prosperity, and technological innovation. You’ll learn from staff and guest lecturers who are engaged in international, award winning research and practice. https://www.qub.ac.uk/schools/NBE/Disciplines/civil-and-structural-engineering/
Student Experience
We have a vibrant Queen’s University Belfast Engineering Society (QUBES) which is actively engaged in professional meetings and social activities. These activities are supported and nurtured by the academic staff.
Modules
Introduction
This degree is designed to provide apprentices with a good foundation for a professional career as a chartered Civil Engineer. Emphasis is placed on the practical application of theory through design and laboratory work. The degrees contain an element of choice, but all apprentices are required to take courses which will equip them with the technical, management and professional skills needed for a career in civil engineering.
Years 1 & 2
Apprentices study the fundamentals of civil engineering theory and practice. This forms the transition from the basic mathematics and sciences studied at secondary level to engineering applications.
Year 1 & 2 courses provide a foundation in engineering, construction materials, surveying, and engineering design, structural behaviour and hydraulics.
Years 3
Year 3 is when the knowledge in core topics: structures, geotechnics, management and site characteristics are further enhanced in preparation for practice/learning. This year provides a flavour of the different fields within Civil Engineering and will help apprentices to identify their career path.
The courses develop apprentice understanding of the core areas of geotechnics, structures and design. Important skills will be developed in project management, modern methods of construction and how civil engineers work in a changing environment.
Years 4 & 5
Theory is applied in a professional context in Years 4 & 5. The modules offered are related to modern methods of construction, digital technology in construction, infrastructure methods, management and research. Important skills will be developed in project management, modern methods of construction and how civil engineers work in a changing environment. The modules offered in these two years are unique to HLA programme and provide a holistic overview of the infrastructure management and will equip apprentices with skills to communicate to a wider audience.
All apprentices undertake a major individual research project aligning to their practice.
The information below is intended as an example only, featuring module details for the current year of study (2023/24). Modules are reviewed on an annual basis and may be subject to future changes – revised details will be published through Programme Specifications ahead of each academic year.
Hydraulics (20 credits)
Infrastructure Site Characterisation (20 credits)
Solids and Structures 1 (20 credits)
Design and Communications 1 (20 credits)
Construction Materials (20 credits)
Surveying and Measurement (20 credits)
Modern Methods of Construction and Digital Technologies (20 credits)
Engineering for a Changing Environment (20 credits)
Design and Communications 2 (20 credits)
Project Management and Engineering Data (20 credits)
Structural Mechanics (20 credits)
Geotechnics 2 (20 credits)
Industrial Project (40 credits)
Structures 3 (20 credits)
Whole Life Management of Structures (20 credits)
Durability of Structures (20 credits)
Geotechnics 3 (20 credits)
Contact Teaching Hours
Small Group Teaching/Personal Tutorial
3 (hours maximum) Typically 3 hours of tutorials (or later, project supervision) each week.
Personal Study
6 (hours maximum) Typically 6 hours studying and revising in your own time each week, including some guided study using handouts, online activities etc.
Medium Group Teaching
3 (hours maximum) Typically 3 hours of practical classes, workshops or seminars each week.
Large Group Teaching
3 (hours maximum) Typically 3 hours of lectures.
Learning and Teaching
At Queen’s, we aim to deliver a high quality learning environment that embeds intellectual curiosity, innovation and best practice in learning, teaching and apprentice support to enable apprentices to achieve their full academic potential.
In Civil Engineering we do this by providing a range of learning experiences which enable our apprentices to engage with subject experts, develop attributes and perspectives that will equip them for life and work in a global society and make use of innovative technologies and a world class library that enhances their development as independent, lifelong learners. Examples of the opportunities provided for learning on this course are:
E-Learning technologies
Information associated with lectures and assignments is often communicated via a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) called Canvas. A range of e-learning experiences are also embedded in the degree through, for example: interactive group workshops in a flexible learning space; IT and statistics modules; podcasts and interactive web-based learning activities; opportunities to use specialist IT programmes associated with design in practicals and project- based work etc.
Lectures
Introduce basic information about new topics as a starting point for further self-directed private study/reading. Lectures also provide opportunities to ask questions, gain some feedback and advice on assessments (normally delivered in large groups to all year group peers).
Personal Tutor
Undergraduates are allocated a Personal Tutor during Year 1 who meets with them on several occasions during the year to support their academic development.
Practicals
Where you will have opportunities to develop technical skills and apply theoretical principles to real-life or practical contexts. You will be expected to attend a number of practicals per week depending on your year of study. These are designed to reinforce the core subjects you are studying.
Self-directed study
This is an essential part of life as a Queen’s apprentice when important private reading, engagement with e-learning resources, reflection on feedback to date and assignment research and preparation work is carried out.
Seminars/tutorials
Significant amounts of teaching are carried out in small groups. These provide an opportunity for apprentices to engage with academic staff who have specialist knowledge of the topic, to ask questions of them and to assess their own progress and understanding with the support of peers. You should also expect to make presentations and other contributions to these groups.
Supervised projects
In final year, you will be expected to carry out a significant piece of research on a topic or practical methodology that you have chosen. You will receive support from a supervisor who will guide you in terms of how to carry out your research and will provide feedback to you on at least 2 occasions during the write up stage.
Work Based Learning
The Civil Engineering HLA includes Work Based Learning (WBL). The purpose of which is to enhance the apprentice journey by connecting the two pillars of on-the-job and off-the-job learning together and providing a richer experience. The on-the-job learning will be recognised within the programme and will contribute 50 CAT points of academic credit across the first two years of the HLA. The WBL relates to content which all civil engineers will develop at a very early stage in their career and will be developing during their four days per week of training with their employer. The subject matter for WBL which will contribute to the degree will be based on concepts which all apprentices would be expected to encounter very early in their careers regardless of the background of their employer (Client, Consultant, Contractor). All Civil Engineers will be expected to develop drafting & communication and basic surveying skills. These skills are developed within modules typically containing Design and Surveying components. The specific example of ‘drafting’ or ‘surveying’ will vary from employer to employer so examples utilised (structures, road layout, pipe networks etc) in demonstrating these skills will vary. However, the core skill developed can be demonstrated universally.
Assessment
Details of assessments associated with this course are outlined below:
The way in which you are assessed will vary according to the Learning objectives of each course. Some courses are assessed solely through project work or written assignments. Others are assessed through a combination of coursework and end of semester examinations. Details of how each course is assessed are shown in the Apprentice Handbook which is provided to all apprentices during their first year induction.
Feedback
As apprentices progress through their course at Queen’s they will receive general and specific feedback about their work from a variety of sources including lecturers, course co-ordinators, placement supervisors, personal tutors, advisers of study and peers. University apprentices are expected to take a greater role in reflecting on this and taking the initiative in continuously improving the quality of their work. Feedback may be provided in a variety of forms including:
Feedback provided via formal written comments and marks relating to work that you, as an individual or as part of a group, have submitted.
Face to face comment. This may include occasions when you make use of the lecturers’ advertised “office hours” to help you to address a specific query.
Placement employer comments or references.
Online or emailed comment
General comments or question and answer opportunities at the end of a lecture, seminar or tutorial.
Pre-submission advice regarding the standards you should aim for and common pitfalls to avoid. In some instances, this may be provided in the form of model answers or exemplars which you can review in your own time.
Feedback and outcomes from practical classes.
Comment and guidance provided by staff from specialist support services such as, Careers, Employability and Skills or the Learning Development Service.
Once you have reviewed your feedback, you will be encouraged to identify and implement further improvements to the quality of your work.
Award
BEng
Validated By
Queen's University Belfast
Eligibility
18+ Fully Funded
Entry Criteria
A level requirements
BBC including grades BB in Mathematics and at least one from Biology, Chemistry, Computing, Digital Technology, Environmental Technology, Geography, ICT (not Applied ICT), Physics, Software Systems Development, Technology and Design or Double Award Life & Health Sciences.
Applicants not offering Physics at A-level should have a minimum of a grade C/4 in GCSE Physics or GCSE Double Award Science grades CC/44.
A maximum of one BTEC/OCR Single Award will be accepted as part of an applicant's portfolio of qualifications with a Distinction being equated to a grade B at A-level and a Merit being equated to a grade C at A-level.
Irish leaving certificate requirements
H3H3H3H3H4 including Higher Level grades H3 in Mathematics and a Science subject (see list under A-level requirements)
If not offered at Higher Level then Ordinary Level grade O4 required in English.
BTEC Level 3 Extended/National Extended Diploma
(QCF) BTEC Extended Diploma (180 credits at Level 3), with overall grades DDM. Distinctions will be required in four specified units (40 credits), including Mathematics for Technicians and Further Mathematics for Technicians.
Or
(RQF) BTEC National Extended Diploma (1080 GLH at Level 3) with overall grades DDM. Distinctions will be required in four specified units, including Engineering Principles and Further Engineering Mathematics.
Extended Diploma/National Extended Diploma must be relevant.
Applicants are also required to have GCSE Mathematics at grade C/4.
Applicants not offering Physics at A-level should have a minimum of a grade C/4 in GCSE Physics or GCSE Double Award Science grades CC/44.
Access/Foundation Course
Successful completion of a relevant Access Course with 65% in each module.
Must be a relevant Access Course including two modules in Mathematics (Level 3) and two modules in Physics and/or Chemistry (Level 3).
BTEC Higher National Certificate
For applicants offering a relevant Higher National Certificate (HNC), the requirements are successful completion of the HNC with 6 Merits and remainder Passes. Merit grades will be required in three specified units eg Applied Mathematics for Construction and the Built Environment, Applied Mathematics for Complex Engineering Problems and Structural Analysis and Design.
A relevant HNC in Engineering is required, including Analytical/Mathematical units.
Applicants are also required to have GCSE Mathematics at grade C/4.
All applicants completing an HNC are considered for entry to Stage 1 (Years 1 and 2 of the part-time HLA).
BTEC Higher National Diploma
Applicants offering a relevant Higher National Diploma (HND) may be considered for entry to Stage 2 (Years 2 and 3 of the part-time HLA). The duration of the programme will be 4 years. The relevant HND must include: Applied Maths for Construction and the Built Environment or Applied Maths for Complex Engineering plus Structural Analysis, Science & Materials, Soil Mechanics and Hydraulic Principles or other modules deemed suitable by the university.
Applicants must have at least 2 first year modules at Merit grade and the remainder Passes. Students would be required to achieve 8 Merits from modules assessed in final year. A Merit grade would be required in each of the stipulated modules outlined above.
Applicants are also required to have GCSE Mathematics at grade C/4.
Foundation Degree
Applicants offering a Foundation Degree in a relevant subject eg Civil Engineering may be considered for entry to Stage 2 (Years 3 and 4 of the part-time HLA). The Foundation Degree must include:
Mathematics 1 and Mathematics 2 plus two modules from: Structural Analysis & Design, Fluids & Hydraulics or Geology & Soil Mechanics
OR
Mathematics & Structures and Further Mathematics plus two modules from: Fluid Mechanics & Water Resources, Surveying for Civil Engineering or Geology & Soil Mechanics
OR
Mathematics for Engineers and Mathematics & Structures plus two from: Fluid Mechanics & Water Resources, Surveying 1 or Introductory Geology & Soil Mechanics
Applicants must have at least an average of 50% in first year modules with all modules passed. Students would be required to achieve an average of 55% in final year modules with no less than 50% in relevant modules.
Applicants are also required to have GCSE Mathematics at grade C/4.
All applicants
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Applicants must provide evidence of their ability in appropriate skills and knowledge to undertake the programme. Guidance is available for such applicants on the University's website (see link below) and any evidence submitted will be assessed by subject specialists who will determine an applicant’s suitability for the course. Applicants may be required to attend for interview.
Applicants must satisfy the University’s General Entrance Requirements as specified in the University Calendar of General Regulations. In addition, the following minimum criteria apply:
GCSE (or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the University) – English Language at Grade C/4 or above (Level 2 Essential Skills in Communication is acceptable in lieu of a Grade C/4 in GCSE English Language).
How we choose our students
APPLICANTIONS WILL OPEN IN LATE DECEMBER 2024
Applications are dealt with centrally by the Admissions and Access Service rather than by the School of Natural and Built Environment. Application for the BEng Civil Engineering, (part-time), Higher Level Apprenticeship (HLA), is by Direct Entry and prospective applicants can access the application via the Apply tab.
In addition, to the entrance requirements above, it is essential that you read our guidance below on 'How we choose our students' prior to submitting your application.
At the time of application for the BEng Civil Engineering, (part-time), Higher Level Apprenticeship (HLA), applicants must have already secured remunerative employment. Applicants are required to provide details of their employer and attach a scanned copy of their letter from the employer detailing the offer of employment.
1 When completed, the form, together with the required supporting documents, should be scanned and emailed to the Admissions and Access Service (admissions.hla@qub.ac.uk), as soon as possible, and not later than the closing date indicated. (Please see point 3 below.)
2 The application form should be accompanied by:
• scanned copies of all qualification certificates/transcripts, for qualifications already completed; • a scanned copy of your letter from the employer detailing the offer of employment; • a covering email may also be submitted.
3 Time limited application - Applicants are advised to apply as early as possible and not later than Friday 25 July 2025 at 4.00 pm. However, in the event that the BEng Civil Engineering (part-time) HLA receives a high number of applications, the University reserves the right to close applications earlier than advertised. When capacity is reached, eligible applicants will be placed on a waiting list and should places become available, they will be notified. In these circumstances it may be necessary to consider applications in date/time order of receipt. Applications received after the closing date will be regarded as late and will be considered only if vacancies exist when all applications received by the closing date have been processed.
Selection is on the basis of the information provided on your application form, which is considered by an Admissions Manager/Officer from the Admissions and Access Service and, if appropriate, the Academic Selector from the School. Therefore, it is important to include all required information.
If you cannot find the information you need here, please contact the University Admissions and Access Service (admissions.hla@qub.ac.uk) providing full details of your enquiry.
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INTO Queen's offers a range of academic and English language programmes to help prepare international students for undergraduate study at Queen's University. You will learn from experienced teachers in a dedicated international study centre on campus, and will have full access to the University's world-class facilities.
These programmes are designed for international students who do not meet the required academic and English language requirements for direct entry.
A level requirements BBC including grades BB in Mathematics and at least one from Biology, Chemistry, Computing, Digital Technology, Environmental Technology, Geography, ICT (not Applied ICT), Physics, Software Systems Development, Technology and Design or Double Award Life & Health Sciences.
Applicants not offering Physics at A-level should have a minimum of a grade C/4 in GCSE Physics or GCSE Double Award Science grades CC/44.
A maximum of one BTEC/OCR Single Award will be accepted as part of an applicant's portfolio of qualifications with a Distinction being equated to a grade B at A-level and a Merit being equated to a grade C at A-level.
Irish leaving certificate requirements H3H3H3H3H4 including Higher Level grades H3 in Mathematics and a Science subject (see list under A-level requirements)
If not offered at Higher Level then Ordinary Level grade O4 required in English.
BTEC Level 3 Extended/National Extended Diploma (QCF) BTEC Extended Diploma (180 credits at Level 3), with overall grades DDM. Distinctions will be required in four specified units (40 credits), including Mathematics for Technicians and Further Mathematics for Technicians.
Or
(RQF) BTEC National Extended Diploma (1080 GLH at Level 3) with overall grades DDM. Distinctions will be required in four specified units, including Engineering Principles and Further Engineering Mathematics.
Extended Diploma/National Extended Diploma must be relevant.
Applicants are also required to have GCSE Mathematics at grade C/4.
Applicants not offering Physics at A-level should have a minimum of a grade C/4 in GCSE Physics or GCSE Double Award Science grades CC/44.
Access/Foundation Course Successful completion of a relevant Access Course with 65% in each module.
Must be a relevant Access Course including two modules in Mathematics (Level 3) and two modules in Physics and/or Chemistry (Level 3).
BTEC Higher National Certificate For applicants offering a relevant Higher National Certificate (HNC), the requirements are successful completion of the HNC with 6 Merits and remainder Passes. Merit grades will be required in three specified units eg Applied Mathematics for Construction and the Built Environment, Applied Mathematics for Complex Engineering Problems and Structural Analysis and Design.
A relevant HNC in Engineering is required, including Analytical/Mathematical units.
Applicants are also required to have GCSE Mathematics at grade C/4.
All applicants completing an HNC are considered for entry to Stage 1 (Years 1 and 2 of the part-time HLA).
BTEC Higher National Diploma Applicants offering a relevant Higher National Diploma (HND) may be considered for entry to Stage 2 (Years 2 and 3 of the part-time HLA). The duration of the programme will be 4 years. The relevant HND must include: Applied Maths for Construction and the Built Environment or Applied Maths for Complex Engineering plus Structural Analysis, Science & Materials, Soil Mechanics and Hydraulic Principles or other modules deemed suitable by the university.
Applicants must have at least 2 first year modules at Merit grade and the remainder Passes. Students would be required to achieve 8 Merits from modules assessed in final year. A Merit grade would be required in each of the stipulated modules outlined above.
Applicants are also required to have GCSE Mathematics at grade C/4.
Foundation Degree Applicants offering a Foundation Degree in a relevant subject eg Civil Engineering may be considered for entry to Stage 2 (Years 3 and 4 of the part-time HLA). The Foundation Degree must include:
Mathematics 1 and Mathematics 2 plus two modules from: Structural Analysis & Design, Fluids & Hydraulics or Geology & Soil Mechanics
OR
Mathematics & Structures and Further Mathematics plus two modules from: Fluid Mechanics & Water Resources, Surveying for Civil Engineering or Geology & Soil Mechanics
OR
Mathematics for Engineers and Mathematics & Structures plus two from: Fluid Mechanics & Water Resources, Surveying 1 or Introductory Geology & Soil Mechanics
Applicants must have at least an average of 50% in first year modules with all modules passed. Students would be required to achieve an average of 55% in final year modules with no less than 50% in relevant modules.
Applicants are also required to have GCSE Mathematics at grade C/4.
All applicants Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Applicants must provide evidence of their ability in appropriate skills and knowledge to undertake the programme. Guidance is available for such applicants on the University's website (see link below) and any evidence submitted will be assessed by subject specialists who will determine an applicant’s suitability for the course. Applicants may be required to attend for interview.
Note Applicants must satisfy the University’s General Entrance Requirements as specified in the University Calendar of General Regulations. In addition, the following minimum criteria apply:
GCSE (or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the University) – English Language at Grade C/4 or above (Level 2 Essential Skills in Communication is acceptable in lieu of a Grade C/4 in GCSE English Language).
Selection Criteria
In addition, to the entrance requirements above, it is essential that you read our guidance below on 'How we choose our students' prior to submitting your application.
In addition, to the entrance requirements above, it is essential that you read our guidance below on 'How we choose our students' prior to submitting your application.
At the time of application for the BEng Civil Engineering, (part-time), Higher Level Apprenticeship (HLA), applicants must have already secured remunerative employment. Applicants are required to provide details of their employer and attach a scanned copy of their letter from the employer detailing the offer of employment.
1 When completed, the form, together with the required supporting documents, should be scanned and emailed to the Admissions and Access Service (admissions.hla@qub.ac.uk), as soon as possible, and not later than the closing date indicated. (Please see point 3 below.)
2 The application form should be accompanied by:
• scanned copies of all qualification certificates/transcripts, for qualifications already completed; • a scanned copy of your letter from the employer detailing the offer of employment; • a covering email may also be submitted.
3 Time limited application - Applicants are advised to apply as early as possible and not later than Friday 26 July 2024 at 4.00 pm. However, in the event that the BEng Civil Engineering (part-time) HLA receives a high number of applications, the University reserves the right to close applications earlier than advertised. When capacity is reached, eligible applicants will be placed on a waiting list and should places become available, they will be notified. In these circumstances it may be necessary to consider applications in date/time order of receipt. Applications received after the closing date will be regarded as late and will be considered only if vacancies exist when all applications received by the closing date have been processed.
Selection is on the basis of the information provided on your application form, which is considered by an Admissions Manager/Officer from the Admissions and Access Service and, if appropriate, the Academic Selector from the School. Therefore, it is important to include all required information.
If you cannot find the information you need here, please contact the Admissions and Access Service at Queen's University (admissions.hla@qub.ac.uk) providing full details of your enquiry.
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